Thai style chicken wings add a cool ethnic flair to any summer picnic, or appetizer party. I know, grilled chicken wings are not exactly Thai fare, but they are a tasty way to enjoy this party staple. The inspiration for this chicken wings recipe comes from a restaurant near my house claiming to have the...
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Herbes de Provence
[feast_advanced_jump_to] What are herbes de provence? Thyme, oregano, lavender, tarragon, and parsley; these are the some of the lovely flavors in herbes de provence. Lavender? Not as crazy as it sounds! Actually the lavender helps to add a touch of interest to this flavorful herbal blend. French cuisine is built on the use of...
Avocado Chicken Sandwich
Avocados From Mexico are the perfect food! I just came up with this delicious avocado, chicken sandwich. An open face sandwich, just to be exact. Ah, the possibilities of sandwiches! The possibilities of avocados! Whole-grain bread topped with grilled chicken, sliced grape tomatoes, sliced avocados, topped with crumbled queso fresco, and sprinkled with lime juice...
Frozen Mango Rum Cocktail with Mint
The perfect summer poolside drink: Frozen mango rum cocktail with mint. Served alone or with your favorite tapas, this fruity cocktail rocks, to say the least! It's perfect for day parties, a relaxing dinner with friends, or pairing with an uncomplicated summer Sunday brunch. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Why You'll Love It Now, I will confess, I'm usually not...
Spicy Shakshuka
Spicy shakshuka eggs? Now that sounds interesting. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is shakshuka? Well, it's a simple dish that uses tomato sauce, eggs, basil and red pepper flakes. It can be prepared in less than 30 minutes; so in my opinion a fabulous dish! Spicy shakshuka (also known as eggs in purgatory) are perfect for a...
Spicy Curry Lentil Burgers
Here's another one of my meatless burger creations: Spicy Curry Lentil Burgers. Until recently, I was very skeptical of veggie burgers, after all I grew up with meaty, juicy, burgers. But, like with all things, I had to give it a chance. So, my veggie burger adventure began with chickpea burgers, followed by black...
Sweet and Spicy Chai Latte
TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods: the ultimate marriage of 5,ooo years of ancient traditions and modern convenience. In today's busy world, the delicious flavors of chai latte can be yours in a matter of minutes. Chai has become synonymous with tea. But, did you know that the word is directly taken from the Persian chi which in turn...
Sweet and Spicy Maple BBQ Sauce
And here's to another recipe for the upcoming grilling season: Sweet and spicy maple bbq sauce. Aaah, I can almost hear the call of the grill. Summer is just a few weeks away. It can't get here fast enough, because I've come up with this awesome bbq sauce that combines two of my favorite flavor profiles,...
Sparkling Berry Lemony Mocktail
This sparkling berry lemony mocktail is the perfect end to a day's work, especially in hot weather. What is a mocktail? A fun, flavorful drink sans booze. A sweet way to perk up I adore the way the flavors of Dasani Sparkling tickles my taste buds. It's the perfect choice when you want a little...
Ultimate Spicy Vegan Curry
This is truly the ultimate spicy vegan curry, not because my daughter gave me the recipe, but because it's delicious beyond words. Now, I am not a vegan by any stretch of the imagination, but this dish would make me a convert if I was so inclined. I honestly think that it is the mixture...