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September 4th is National Macadamia Nut Day, so today’s tip is to add some to your meals. Believed to have originated in Australia, the nuts grow on a genus of evergreen trees. They were named after named after John Macadam, a botanist who first described the genus. While macadamia nuts contain even more heart-healthy monounsaturated…
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While the coals are hot, make grilled clams and mussels as a healthful and low-calorie Labor Day treat. This video shows how easy it is: Find more of our favorite seafood recipes.
A good caterer knows that presentation makes a big difference. At every event we attend, there’s usually a clever idea to bring home. Today, the tip is to repurpose the rocks glass. Elegant Affairs Caterers, which works in The Hamptons and metropolitan New York City, uses it instead of a conventional plate to layer a…
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How many ways can you think of to use this crunchy, colorful garnish? Photo courtesy Bemka.com. If you’re a sushi fan, you’ve seen tobiko (also spelled tobikko). They’re the tiny, crunchy, nutty beads of flying fish roe. They’re served in a gunkan-maki (battleship roll), on uramaki (reverse rolls) and as a sashimi garnish. Originally…
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Think outside the box when combining ingredients. That’s what Executive Chef Leo Forneas of Silk Rd Tavern did, topping a crispy fish fillet with julienned apples. He chose red-skinned apples to add a touch of color. You can use raw apples or lightly sauté the strips in butter or oil. You can cook the apples…
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