Simple Cranberry Tequila Sunrise Cocktail Recipe

A cold glass of cranberry tequila sunrise cocktail

Showcasing a wonderful exhibit of layering in cocktails, the tequila sunrise is as beautiful to look at as it is refreshing and easy to drink. With the hues of red and orange, it’s easy to understand how it got its name. I’m going to take the standard tequila sunrise and give it a festive twist, …

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Easy Yorkshire Popovers Recipe

Top view of Yorkshire popovers on a purple plate put on a wooden surface

A Yorkshire popover is a bread roll made from an egg based batter. They get their name from the way they expand and pop over the tins they are cooked in. Preparations for popovers can be both sweet and savory.  Why I’m Making Yorkshire Popovers One of my absolute favorite foods is popovers. Popovers are …

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Simple Creamy Garlic Mashed Parsnips Recipe

Garlic mashed parsnips with meat garnished with herbs served on a black plate placed on a blue surface

It’s hard to think there was once a time where the humble potato was not ubiquitous around the world. Before the Colombian Exchange, there was not a single potato in Europe. What did people eat, you might ask? Rutabagas, turnips, and parsnips. If you are looking for a high-flavor potato alternative, look no further than …

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Easy Middle Eastern Tabouli Salad Recipe

Close up of tabouli salad

Whether you know it as tabouli or tabbouleh, make it from bulgur wheat or couscous, or add ingredients like garlic and tomato paste, this Middle Eastern tabouli salad has become a popular dish many people enjoy. If you’re a fan of fresh, zesty flavors and love exploring new cuisines, you’re going to want to add …

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How to Pick a Papaya

Opened ripe papaya with the seeds out

My parents grew up in Hawaii, so even when they moved to California, tropical fruits were still fairly common around the house. One that I always underappreciated was the papaya. I remember I’d always do simple preparations like papaya cut with lime juice or with cottage cheese or yogurt.  When I got older, I learned …

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How Long Does it Take to Cook Chorizo?

A tray of chorizo sausage

Chorizo is a heavily spiced sausage link that you can cook in many different ways. Because of the strong flavor of the sausage, it goes best with cooked vegetables, eggs and bread. Due to the several ways you can cook chorizo, the length of time for each method will vary. How Long Does it Take …

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How to Fry Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Fried chicken with white sauce at the center

Chicken thighs are a great source of nutrients such as zinc, iron, and protein. People love to combine nutrition along with good taste. Therefore, fried boneless chicken thighs are an excellent option to indulge in and a great start to know how to fry boneless skinless chicken thighs. How to Fry Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs? …

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Sour Blue Raspberry White Claw Cocktail Recipe with Rum

An ice-cold sour raspberry white claw cocktail with rum in a tall glass with a red bendy straw placed on a wooden table

Have a classic variety pack of White Claws and looking to mix up your drink options? Raspberry white claws are definitely one of the more popular flavors out there and perfect for mixing into a refreshing fun cocktail like my sour blue raspberry white claw cocktail with rum.   Why I’m Making a Blue Raspberry White …

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Japanese White Sauce Recipe

Cucumbers and Japanese white sauce on a black plate with metal chopsticks on top of a blue marble table

Today I’ll be making a simple Japanese white sauce. Before I dive in, let’s get one thing straight. This sauce is far from what you’d call authentically Japanese. Traditionally, the thing I love about Japanese food is its minimalistic approach to flavors and ingredients. Most traditional dishes are made from a few ingredients with nothing …

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Simple Lime White Claw Cocktail Recipe with Vodka

A glass of lime White Claw cocktail with a slice of lime on its rim

If you’re a Millennial, chances are you’ve had a White Claw (or at least have seen them at a social gathering). This alcoholic sparkling water seemed to become an instant hit overnight, and for a while, it was almost impossible for stores to keep this brand on the shelves. Due to its popularity (and the …

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How to Cook Salmon So It Doesn’t Taste Fishy

A cooked salmon with onions and asparagus

Salmon is quite popular seafood across the globe, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. However, it tastes incredibly fishy if it is not flash frozen right after being caught. Along with buying good quality frozen Salmon, you also need to know how to cook salmon so it doesn’t taste fishy. How to Cook Salmon So It …

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How to Clean a Coffee Maker With Bleach

Coffee dripping in a coffee machine

There are few things bacteria and fungi love more than warm wet environments. What is a coffee maker after you are done using it? Well, you guessed it, it is a warm and wet environment.  So you can safely continue feeding your coffee habits, let’s get down to how to clean a coffee maker.   How …

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