Cooking can sometimes feel like more work than it’s worth, so it’s no wonder many steer clear of the kitchen altogether. But fear not. Our chef-approved hacks will have you cooking like a pro in no time: Save your pasta …
Five Ways to Make Cooking at Home Easier
Cooking simple and delicious meals at home may seem out of reach for many. But with our simple tips for making cooking at home easier (and fun!), you can do away with the takeaway and ditch processed meals in place …
Five Fabulous Fall Spices
All the talk may be about pumpkin spice (pumpkin, pumpkin, pumpkin…) but pumpkin spice, while undeniably delicious, is most decidedly not the only spice game in town. This fall, as thermometers creep south and cooler temperatures (eventually) prevail, try these …
Eating Out is Costing You More than You Think
Long gone are the days when dining out and ordering in were reserved for socializing, celebrating, well-deserved breaks, and other special occasions. Today, the average American eats four to five commercially prepared meals per week, according to the Bureau of …
Pairing Wine with Lobster, Shrimp, and Scallops
Gone are the days when the only wine that went with shellfish was white. Today, anything goes. It’s best to think in terms of how it’s cooked, and its density and meatiness. Lobster A light, buttery Burgundy Chardonnay’s distinct flavor …
Recipe: Pan-Seared Scallops with Beurre Noisette
These delicious pan-seared scallops are quick and easy to cook and go great with a nutty, brown butter sauce and a bit of lemon juice. The trick to getting a beautiful brown sear on the scallops is to salt them …
10 Simple Seasoning Tips that Will Make Your Food Taste Better
Reliable recipes and the right equipment are important but knowing how to make the most of your seasonings will help elevate your home cooking from tasty to dee-licious. Whether you’re new to the kitchen, or an old pro who’s trying …
What You Need to Know to Properly Pair Wine with Fish
Not sure which wine to pour with the fish you’re serving? With so many wines to choose from and so many types of fish, proper pairings may seem daunting. But you needn’t be intimidated. With our resident chef’s three easy …
Recipe: Chesapeake Style Baked Rockfish
This is a simple rockfish recipe that comes from Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The salty and tangy sauce made with Old Bay compliments the Rockfish perfectly. Preparation time:10 minutes Cook time: 6-8 minutes Serves: 4 INGREDIENTS: 4 (6-ounce portions rockfish) 4 …
Your Backyard BBQ Deserves These 7 Condiments
If you’ve elevated your backyard BBQ from hot dogs to haute cuisine, then it’s about time you dial up the fancy-meter on your condiments too. Basic ketchup and yellow mustard will always have their place on the table, but you …