“There were many summers I’d go to my grandparents house and we’d can things to make sauce or prepare beautiful veggies to be preserved. This would be the time to butcher the animals we’d consume during the winter or sell them to other families who would survive on the meat we’ve prepared. There’s a certain unsaid honor that is derived from the relationship between consumer and butcher or farmer.”
Read MoreAs I'm sure some of you have noticed we've taken a brief hiatus. We've been busy bees in the background planning for the big game you all know it: THE HOLIDAYS. Is your family coming for dinner and you're stuck between finding time to start holiday shopping, wrap the presents; AND plan a full menu? We get it, we've been there.
Read MoreWhen the air gets crisp, when you can see your breath, and when little white flakes start to fall, we get a strong craving for the flavor meld that is in various soups, stews, and heavy sauces. Why is this? Who cares! Just enjoy the season and the joy that soups, stews, and sauces bring!
Read MoreAs we have recently moved into the unofficial autumnal season, we are starting to notice different scents, different menu items in restaurants… and different flavor profiles being present to add a different kind of season to our favorite meals.
Read MoreToday we are going back to the farm… but not a nice one with rolling fields, happy grazing animals, and family members working hard to get by – no, we are going back to visit the idea of the factory farm because we uncovered yet MORE information you might not know about in regards to your factory farms and your chicken!
Read MoreWe normally talk about meat… and meat… and even more meat. TODAY we are going to take the time to discuss the home of Wayside Market – the North Fork of Long Island, often just called The Northfork, or NOFO. You might thing that the end of summer is the time to run from here for warmer weather… but is it really? Keep reading to learn more!
Read MoreWelcome back! We talked about beef and steak pairings before, and then we followed up with different types of poultry. Definitely, go and check these out! Once you are done, come right back here and check out pairing fish and seafood!!
Read MoreWelcome back! We talked about beef and steak pairings before, and a natural progression for us is to move on to pairings for different kinds of poultry. If you have not read our article on beef pairings, check it out! We are sure you will be thrilled with the opportunity to learn more about making your favorite meats even better!
Read MoreThere are people that, as soon as they go into the market, the first that they look for is that white and green “USDA Certified” mark on their meat and produce. However, only about 1% of US farms are organic certified, so why are some people so worried about that label?
Read MoreWe have talked a little bit before about the idea of pairing different spices, and sharing different ideas as it is related to food, serving food, and preparing food. But we have not, as of yet, talked much at all about pairing! Honestly, what good is a juicy burger, succulent steak, stuffed pork chop, or perfectly marinated chicken without a collection of sides and drinks?
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