Who Wants Jambalaya?” The word “Jambalaya” always reminds me of “Seinfeld”, when Kramer almost sings the word as he describes the dish – but I got my inspiration from one of New Orleans’ greatest restaurants! Commander’s Palace has been a… Read More ›
Chef memoirs
Carol’s Monday Musings! Food and Music – And My Lamb Dish Too!
Monday Musings where normally I share some things that have thrilled me, made me think or smile or even have a mini-rant but generally it is my happy place and I hope yours…Today it is a happy place although my… Read More ›
CarolCooks2…Her A-Z World Cuisines…Part 22…Ecuador!
Please read Carol’s terrific series – today is Ecuador! Welcome to my new A-Z …World Cuisines…where I will be looking at the countries of the world, their food and national dish or their most popular dish around the world…by this I… Read More ›
Frenchie’s Grilled Lamb With Peas And Mint Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Heads To Paris!
Who’s Ready To Go To Paris? Well, that’s where I ate Chef Greg Marchand’s incredible lamb dish – at his restaurant Frenchie’s, and we are all heading back there! For week #34 in my “52 in 22 cooking challenge”, I… Read More ›
Here’s Robbie’s Delicious Fish Pie Recipe! Robbie’s inspiration!
Here is a link to Robbie’s terrific family recipe – enjoy her story and of course, her food! Last week I didn’t post a recipe. I was away at a game reserve with my family and our access to Wi-Fi… Read More ›
Carol’s Terrific Saturday Snippets…Wine Wine Wine! Today’s One Word Prompt Is “Vine”!
Welcome to Saturday Snippets this is one of my favourite posts of the week I learn much from my research and your comments so please keep them coming…my muse is a funny thing sometimes a word is given to me… Read More ›
The World’s Most DECADENT Mashed Potato Recipe! My “52 In 22” Cooking Challenge Swims In Butter!
The World’s Most Decadent Mashed Potatoes! The late Chef Joe Robuchon was known to make the world’s most decadent mashed potatoes, and here’s why! Jöel Robuchon’s purée de pomme is known as the most famous mashed potatoes recipe in the… Read More ›
It’s National Oyster Day! Here Is How You Can Celebrate The Bi-Valve!
Nothing Better Than Freshly Shucked Oysters! I love fresh oysters! The look, the briny freshness of the ocean, and of course, the icy cold sensation as they slide down your throat…and they are incredibly good for you as well! Here… Read More ›
A Delicious “Fish In Crazy Water” Recipe! My “52 In 22 Cooking Challenge” Has A Mediterranean Summer!
Cooking With “Crazy Water!” It’s summer, and that means I want to cook lighter, fresher but with tons of flavor – so my “52 In 22” cooking challenge heads to the Mediterranean for a delicious dish with some “crazy water!”… Read More ›
My “Dinner And A Movie” Recipe With Julia Child’s Iconic Boeuf Bourguignon!
Having A Delicious “Dinner And A Movie” – With Julia Child! I love food and I love movies – so what is better than a chance for a “dinner and a movie?” I have been cooking dishes from some of… Read More ›