ST. PATRICK’S DAY: Guinness Chocolate Cupcakes

Here’s another recipe from Justin O’Connor, Executive Chef at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. The cupcakes will be featured at the restaurant on St. Patrick’s Day. For added Irishness and deliciousness, we added some Bailey’s Irish Cream Liqueur to the frosting. GUINNESS CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES RECIPE Ingredients 10 ounces flour 2 ounces cocoa powder 6 ounces…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Panko Japanese Breadcrumbs

Panko Crusted Salmon with Ponzu. The recipe couldn’t be easier (photo © Kikkoman).   Ever since we discovered them at Japanese restaurants, our breadcrumb of choice has been panko, the crispy bread crumb used in tempura, tonkatsu and crunchy sushi rolls, among other recipes. They’re crunchier and more flavorful than conventional bread crumbs.    …
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY RECIPE: Lamb Kebabs with Guinness Marinade

Lamb kebabs, couscous and minted yogurt are Middle Eastern, but Guinness is serving the dish on St. Patrick’s Day. Photo courtesy Guinness.   Kebabs (variously spelled kababs, kabobs and kebaps) are meat dishes of Persian origin. The concept spread throughout the Middle East and to Greece. The word means “roasted meat.” In different countries the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Fry, Don’t Burn

A deep fryer from Hamilton Beach, with temperature controls to prevent burning.   If you’re wary of frying foods because you’ve burned them, you may simply need to switch your oil—or use a cooking thermometer (you need a candy and deep fry thermometer) or deep fryer. Proper frying, says chef Louis Eguaras, takes place between…
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY: Oysters & Champagne

Oysters and bubbly are not just for New Year’s Eve. Oysters on the half shell are a favorite in Ireland. While they’re popular bar food with a beer, you can create a real celebration with sparkling wine. Whether with Champagne or the lighter and more affordable Cava and Prosecco sparklers, invite friends over to toast…
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