Growing up in New England, fried fish has always been an absolute staple. Being such a short drive from Maine, Coastal New Hampshire, and Boston has spoiled me. I have fond childhood memories of grabbing lunch at some of the most unassuming beach restaurants in Rye, NH, with some of the freshest fried fish platters I’ve…
Recipes
Sweet and Spicy Korean Chicken Thighs Recipe
It’s a beautiful rainy day here on day 2 of our beach vacation in Avon, North Carolina. The forecast is looking a little shaky for the rest of the week, but hopefully some nice weather pass through. Things don’t always go as expected, but you have to make the most of it. I’m currently stuck…
Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine and Balsamic Reduction
Hard to believe it’s been one year since our two week vacation across Italy. It was an out of this world experience full of some of the most amazing cuisine and culture I’ll probably ever experience. One of our favorite and most unique dinners was at this restaurant called Acqua Al 2, in Florence. The restaurant…
Truffle Ketchup: Truffle Oil & Ketchup
Homemade truffle ketchup—a novel yet simple idea, and possibly one of the most useful and delicious kitchen hacks I’ve ever come across. One of Portland, Maine’s most raved about spots is this tiny bustling lunch restaurant called Duckfat. If you guessed they cook everything with duck fat then you’ve guessed right. Patty and I have…
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Lime Sauce
I went to San Diego and came back with fish taco fever. Seriously. Aside from the perfect climate and beautiful ocean views, San Diego also has an awesome food and cocktail scene. Patty and I went on a family trip to visit her sister and on the last night, I only wanted fish tacos. We…
How to Grill The Best Pizza You’ve Ever Had
It’s a hot summer evening and let’s face it, no one feels like cooking indoors. In fact, it’s sacrilegious to not spend as much time outside as possible. Grilling pizza is probably not something people even consider, however it’s been a staple in our family for years! And I guarantee it will be some of…
Spicy Squid Ink Pasta with Mussels Recipe
Squid ink pasta with mussels is essentially mussels arrabiata over ‘black’ squid ink pasta. Yes, you heard me correctly, pasta made with actual squid ink, dying it black. Does it taste any different? I’ll let you be the judge of that. Some say it’s stronger than traditional pasta, but honestly I think it’s the novelty of…
Strawberry Mojito Recipe
It’s finally 85 degrees out on this spring day as I write this post after one of the coldest, longest New England winters I’ve felt in a long time. We didn’t necessarily get a lot of snow, but it wasn’t until this past week that the weather warmed up passed ‘miserable.’ That’s what you’ve got…
Perfect Porterhouse Steak for Two Recipe
The infamous pan-seared porterhouse steak. It’s surely the king of all things beef. The porterhouse is a large cut of beef that contains both the New York strip (sirloin) and filet mignon cut (tenderloin), separated by a bone. It’s the best of both worlds and the ultimate steak for sharing (or not). This recipe all…
Sazerac Cocktail Recipe
I was all about the sazerac before I went to New Orleans and jumped on the sazerac train. A classic cocktail originating in NOLA’s French Quarter in the mid 1800’s. Yes the 1800’s. Something I find to this day, absolutely fascinating. Maybe I’m a nerd, but the idea of sipping a cocktail created nearly 200…
How to Build the Perfect Charcuterie Board
You’re obsessed with cheese boards; I’m obsessed with cheese boards. I know it and you know it. But what makes the perfect charcuterie board? As self-proclaimed charcuterie connoisseurs, Patty and I worked on building a well-rounded cheese board for every occasion. Or if you’re like us, you can make a meal out of it (which…
Pappardelle with Truffle Oil and Shrimp Recipe
Get ready for warm weather because I’ve got your new favorite summer-inspired pasta dish on the hook. Pappardelle pasta with shrimp and truffle oil is a spin-off recipe inspired by Tight restaurant in Copenhagen, Denmark. Patty devoured it and I mentally filed it away as my latest and greatest pasta creation. That was almost two…
Grilled Chicken Kebabs with Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
Grilled chicken kebabs with chimichurri sauce are on fleek. If you’ve never tried chimichurri sauce, it’s an absolute game changer in the realm of sauces. Essentially, chimichurri is a tangy, Argentinian herb-based sauce made with fresh parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, and spices. You’ll find several steak and chimichurri recipes if you scour the internet,…
Coconut Crusted Cod Recipe
Patty and I never really eat cod (unless it’s fried). Why? I’ve always found it tasteless and boring. It’s a solid white fish and very easy to prepare, but I personally think it needs a lot of help in the flavor department to crack our weeknight lineup. It’s a fish we try to incorporate into…
Pesto Pasta with Chicken Recipe
This could be the world’s easiest chicken pesto pasta recipe ever created. I take that back, this IS the world’s easiest chicken pesto pasta recipe ever created. Pesto pasta has prevented me from starving to death on numerous occasions when I get home late from work and feel like doing nothing elaborate but need real, hearty FOOD fast. Just…
Manhattan Cocktail Recipe
Now I’m not trying to confuse the world or freak everyone out, but I’m posting another Manhattan cocktail recipe. I guess you know I’m obsessed when I cover one drink three times. Not to be confused with the perfect Manhattan (which uses both sweet and dry vermouth), the classic Manhattan cocktail only uses sweet vermouth. So although…
Aperol Spritz Recipe
Just two months removed from a life changing Italy trip with Patty and great friends and I’m already scheming to go back. How do we keep these once in a lifetime trips with us long after they’re over? We try to recreate the good times. Which I’ll be honest, is nearly impossible when you’re talking…
Butternut Squash Pizza Recipe
Introducing butternut squash pizza, possibly the weirdest combo of toppings for pizza, but outrageously good. Fontina and pecorino cheese, red onions, butternut squash, bacon and rosemary infused olive oil. YES. For me, all you had to spell out was b a c o n and I was instantly sold. You put bacon on anything and…
Skillet Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Pumpkin pie has been a Thanksgiving obsession of mine for as long as I can remember. I’m OBSESSED. Thanksgiving is NOT Thanksgiving without pumpkin pie. It’s non-negotiable in my eyes. If I know this pie won’t be wherever I’m celebrating stuffing my face, I’ll bring it myself. It’s that important to me. Could I skip…
One-Skillet Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
Turkey stuffed bell peppers are one of my favorite healthier, low carb Mexican fiestas. I wouldn’t necessarily say my blog puts an emphasis on the world “healthy,” but I am passionate about whole foods and real ingredients. After all, I believe everything is OK in moderation. These hot tamales are actually one of Patty’s go-to…
Easy Surf and Turf for Two Recipe
WOW, Surf and turf has never been so easy. I’ve got it, one of my new favorite celebration meals. Potentially one the best recipe finds I’ve come across in quite some time. As much as I hate to say it, it all started with an infamous Buzz Feed Tasty video. The video was an easy…
Tequila (Pilsner) Lime Chicken Wings Recipe
This post is sponsored by Barrel House Z. If you’re reading this, I’ve lied to you already…sort of. With football season just around the corner, it’s time to grill up your favorite tailgating chicken wings. I for one know I am. One of my favorite local Boston area breweries recently approached me about collaborating on…
Classic Margherita Pizza Recipe
I’ve said my spiel on how to cook the perfect pizza at home numerous times before, so I will keep the details brief. If you are new and need to catch up, you should read this quick post first on some easy tips for making perfect homemade pizza. For this recipe I use a pizza stone….
Easy Grilled Salmon with Basil Butter & Broccolini Recipe
Basil butter. Yes, fresh basil and garlic chopped and stirred into a delicious compound butter. One of the simplest ways to jazz up some weeknight grilled salmon. I’m a big fan of flavored compound butters—it’s the perfect topping for beef, chicken, or seafood. Patty and I were driving home from work last Friday night, debating…
