Category Archives: Winter

Citrus Pickled Onions

Crisp slices of red onion are marinated in a mixture of citrus juice, white wine vinegar, salt, pepper and allspice until tart and tender. Charred jalapeño and bay leaves are added to the mix to bump up the savory spice factor. Continue reading

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Brussels Spouts with Bacon and Miso-Mustard

Halved sprouts are sauteed in bacon fat until tender and deeply caramelized. Finished with Parmesan cheese and crispy bacon, these flavorful little nuggets are served with a bright miso-mustard. Continue reading

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Butternut Squash Five-Spice Liqueur

Tender butternut squash is steeped in vodka until fragrant. The infused vodka is then sweetened with a homemade syrup spiced with cinnamon, clove, black pepper, fennel and star anise. Continue reading

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Bittersweet Blood Orange Salad

Comprised of various contrasting flavors and textures, this Bittersweet Blood Orange Salad will have you smiling with each harmonious bite. A treat for Valentine’s Day dinner. Continue reading

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Buddha’s Hand Citron Infused Vodka

This wonderfully fragrant vodka can be enjoyed on the rocks with a splash of soda water or mixed into a cocktail. It’s absolute heaven in a Meyer Lemon Drop. Continue reading

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