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As we did an online search for “guava” recently, we were surprised to find that “What color is guava?” scored 2,900 searches last month. There’s obviously an interest in guava. But have you ever tried one? Guava, also known as guayaba (the Spanish name) and Bangkok apple, is a round to oval shaped subtropical fruit…
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Our earlier tip for prosciutto and peaches reminded us of this recipe, an appetizer for prosciutto, figs and Brie. Per La Tortilla Factory, which provided the recipe, it’s a classic Sonoma County combination, enjoyed as an hors d’oeuvre or a snack. We like them with a beer or a glass of wine. La Tortilla Factory…
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It looks like ice cream, but it’s sorbet: amazing peanut butter banana sorbet with a fudge swirl. Photo courtesy Sorbabes. You’ve never tasted sorbet like this before,” says Sorbabes. And they’re spot on. The Sorbabes (as in sorbet babes) are two friends who met in New York City and followed their calling as specialty…
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[1] Peaches with prosciutto and a drizzle of balsamic, from Briscola by Charlie Palmer in Reno’s Grand Sierra Resort. American-made prosciutto from LaQuercia in Iowa (photo © Murray’s Cheese). [3] Prosciutto di San Daniele hams are salted for less time than the Parma hams (prosciutto di Parma). They thus have a sweeter and more delicate…
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How delicious: oysters lightly cooked on a cedar plank. Photo courtesy Bleu Northeast Seafood | Burlington. Simple yet sophisticated, cedar planking is an easy grilling technique. The wood plank adds a smoky and woodsy flavor to meats, vegetables and especially seafood. Executive Chef Doug Paine of Bleu Northeast Seafood in Burlington, Vermont is currently…
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