Ahi Poké Poké (pronounced po-kay) is a popular dish on many Hawaiian menus- from up-scale Waikiki restaurants to the humble […]
Blackberry Cobbler You can use whatever fresh berries or other fruits that are in season, but I like blackberries the […]
These buffalo cauliflower bites are a tasty vegetarian alternative to buffalo wings. This recipe is fast and easy, and makes […]
Buttermilk Biscuits I’ve made a lot of biscuits over the years, and I’ve tried a few different biscuit recipes, but […]
For a new spin on pigs in a blanket, try these sausage puffs, made from spicy andouille wrapped in buttery, […]
Cheddar Bay Biscuits A homemade version of the popular Cheddar Bay Biscuits served at Red Lobster restaurants. You may want […]
Meatloaf is one of those classic comfort foods that everyone seems to have fond memories of- and yet everyone’s favorite […]
This recipe is delicious when served with a hearty loaf of brown soda bread. You can serve these on their […]
Death in the Afternoon, also called “Hemingway Champagne” or simply as “The Hemingway”, is a cocktail made of absinthe and […]
Green bean casserole- you either love or loathe this ubiquitous staple of the American holiday table. At its best, it’s […]
These are a great alternative to French fries, and have even been known to convert picky eaters and vegetable haters. […]
Grandma Bonnie’s Cornbread This is my grandmother’s tried-and-true cornbread recipe. It’s easy enough for a beginning baker, and fast enough […]
Gumbo with Shrimp, Chicken, and Andouille Sausage Adapted from Bon Appétit Magazine December 2006 (recipe by Paul Prudhomme and Emeril) Let […]
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad If you’ve ever been to Hawaii or eaten at an L&L BBQ, you known that no Hawaiian […]
In the southern U.S., crawfish season typically starts in late February or early March and ends sometime in June, but […]
Kalua Pork Kalua pig and cabbage are classic luau food. Kālua is a traditional Hawaiian cooking method that uses an […]
Korean-Style Mochiko Chicken Mochiko chicken is a popular main dish in Hawaiian plate lunches, often served with other local favorites […]
This dip is a riff on the muffuletta, a popular sandwich created in New Orleans. You can serve this on […]
New England Clam Chowder Recipe courtesy of Skipjack’s restaurant in Boston. The original recipe calls for shucked fresh clams in […]
Peach Pie Fresh peaches make a perfect summer pie. You can peel the peaches as they are, or blanch them […]
Pickled Red Onions There are countless uses for pickled red onions. They liven up a bowl of pinto beans and […]
Portuguese Bean Soup is an iconic local Hawaii (not Hawaiian – here’s the difference) dish made from a stock of […]
Red beans and rice is a budget-friendly, easy, and filling dish. Although it’s emblematic of Louisiana Creole cuisine, the dish […]
Roasted Turkey Roulade This is a great alternative to roasting an entire turkey for the holidays, and requires less time […]
With origins stretching back to antebellum New Orleans, the Sazerac is possibly the oldest American cocktail. It’s also the official […]
No bourbon, crème fraîche, or any of the fancy add-ins here- just a solidly excellent, down-home sweet potato pie recipe. […]
Vieux Carré Walter Bergeron created this cocktail at New Orleans’ Hotel Monteleone in the 1930s, and named it “le Vieux […]