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Thrill of the Grill

Posted on May 15, 2012 by stacy

Grilling is the perfect summertime meal solution because it’s relatively fast, simple, and a great way to enjoy the gorgeous weather we look forward to all year.  Clean-up is a cinch because there are no pots or pans to scrub … Continue reading →

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The Roots of Flavor – Ginger

Posted on May 3, 2012 by stacy

Ginger’s roots date back to ancient times, over 3,000 years ago. Related to tumeric and cardamom, ginger is native to Southern Asia, which is why it is considered a staple in Asian cuisine. It isn’t just the Asian culture who … Continue reading →

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Tricks of the Trade – Zest for Life

Posted on April 19, 2012 by stacy

Many recipes call for citrus zest to make recipes more flavorful.  When making a fragrant citrus scented pound cake, you might use a zester, Microplane grater, or even a box grater, which are excellent choices to get the job done.  … Continue reading →

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Tricks of the Trade – The Art of Using a Recipe

Posted on April 8, 2012 by stacy

“A recipe is only a guideline”, bellowed Chef Gabriel, as we chopped, sautéed, and braised our way through our Food Techniques recipe packet.  It was perhaps the most important lesson I learned in culinary school. When using a recipe, like … Continue reading →

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Tricks of the Trade – Avocados

Posted on April 3, 2012 by stacy

Rich, creamy, the truffle of all produce, avocados can be tricky to eat if you don’t know how to properly prepare it. The most important thing to keep in mind is to make a clean, smooth cut from the top … Continue reading →

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Mushroom Magic

Posted on March 29, 2012 by stacy

They’re the food of ancient royalty, the luxurious noshes of the Pharaohs.  Mushrooms were held in such high esteem in ancient Egypt, that commoners were forbidden to eat them.  In other civilizations throughout the world, many people believed that mushrooms … Continue reading →

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Luscious Lemon

Posted on March 18, 2012 by stacy

Spring is here (March 20 – I’m a little early!), and this unseasonably gorgeous Michigan weather has us craving the tart, fresh flavors of lemon. Lemons are one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen, which is one of … Continue reading →

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French Wine Dinner

Posted on March 15, 2012 by stacy

Join us for a taste of France on Thursday, March 29th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm. Reservations are required. Call Pam at 248.477.4333. The cost is $35 per person.

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Grilled Asparagus with Manchego

Posted on March 14, 2012 by stacy

If you’ve never grilled asparagus before, it’s time to give it a try! This week is going to be gorgeous, according to the forecast, so if you rolled the grill into the garage, push it back to the patio and … Continue reading →

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A Taste of Spring – Asparagus

Posted on March 11, 2012 by stacy

Spring is here, and with it come the vibrant green stalks of asparagus.  A member of the lily family, asparagus is a very popular vegetable year-round. The optimum season forMichiganasparagus is late April through June, with the height of the … Continue reading →

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