TIP OF THE DAY: Sweet & Spicy Flavor Pairings For Foods & Drinks

[1] Watermelon agua fresca with a spicy rim of Tajín seasoning. Or, switch out the salt on your Margarita. Here’s the recipe (photos #1, #2 and #3 © Tajín Seasoning). [2] Fresh fruit perks up with a sprinkle of Tajín seasoning. [3] On ice cream or sorbet: cool with sweet heat. [4] A sprinkle of…
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Tricolor (Multicolor) Tortilla Chips & Tortilla Chips History

Today’s tip is to make Cinco de Mayo (and any celebration) more colorful with tri-color taco chips. Some brands sell them in mixed-color bags. Or you can buy your favorite brand in different colors and mix them yourself. Tortilla chips, such a popular snack food and dip holder, is a relatively new Tex-Mex food, created…
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Spring Salad Bouquet Recipe, Basil Vinaigrette & Blood Orange Vinaigrette

We found this spring salad bouquet recipe (photo #1) on the social media pages of the New York City outpost of Catch seafood restaurant (a charming spot with a roof deck for alfresco dining). The salad is no longer on the menu, but it looked so festive we had to make it for ourselves. There…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Gourmet Chilaquiles & The History Of Chilaquiles

Instead of Huevos Rancheros on Cinco de Mayo, how about gourmet chilaquiles (chee-la-KEE-lace)? While there are numerous regional variations of this traditional Mexican breakfast or brunch dish, the basic recipe tops quartered, fried corn tortillas with salsa or mole sauce, and crowned with fried eggs. Pulled chicken can be added; the dish is topped with…
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Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe For National Pretzel Day

What do you bake on National Pretzel Day (April 26th)? Pretzel bites! These soft, chewy pretzel bites are a version of the jumbo soft pretzels sold by street vendors, and are easier (well, let’s say more elegant) to eat than pulling apart a six-inches-wide pretzel. Warm from the oven and served with a cold beer:…
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