With Think Tasty being almost three years old, I've become quite comfortable with sharing recipes, writing restaurant reviews, and conducting chef interviews. To keep things interesting, it seemed like the perfect time to add a new feature to the site: finding the best restaurants in America. I decided that introducing ten or twelve great restaurants per region would be assist our readers in finding new dining adventures. Adding a poll to determine which is the best would be beneficial to the restaurants themselves, as I would be writing a more in-depth review of the winner each region.
Starting with the
The Best Restaurant in the Pacific Alaska Region
by TT May 28th, 2010 | Regional Best, Restaurant News
All-Clad Gourmet Accessories Panini with Press
by TT May 26th, 2010 | Equipment Reviews
At our house, there is a general feeling of love toward good sandwiches. When it is make-your-own-sandwich dinner night at our house, creativity surges. Interesting combinations of meats, cheeses, veggies, and spreads are commonplace.
Although a well-filled sandwich is delightful, a well-filled sandwich that also includes hot, melted cheese is enthralling. While we could make these sandwiches in the tried and true manner of grilling in a frying pan, the idea of having a panini press was pretty exciting. We could make toasty sandwiches that would be well compacted and have nice grill marks.
Thus began the journey to find the
Although a well-filled sandwich is delightful, a well-filled sandwich that also includes hot, melted cheese is enthralling. While we could make these sandwiches in the tried and true manner of grilling in a frying pan, the idea of having a panini press was pretty exciting. We could make toasty sandwiches that would be well compacted and have nice grill marks.
Thus began the journey to find the
Chicken Cordon Bleu Burgers
by TT May 24th, 2010 | Recipes, Sandwiches
With the arrival of beautiful weather comes the start of grilling season. We enjoy grilling all sorts of things, including burgers. And while you can't go wrong with a perfectly cooked burger topped with your favorite condiments, it is fun to think outside the box sometimes.
So, last week I decided that we would have burgers, just not the sort made with beef; that seemed too mundane. I wanted a sandwich that looked like a burger but had its own unique taste. Ground chicken seemed like the perfect vehicle for this quest. Unlike ground veal or pork, which some might confuse
So, last week I decided that we would have burgers, just not the sort made with beef; that seemed too mundane. I wanted a sandwich that looked like a burger but had its own unique taste. Ground chicken seemed like the perfect vehicle for this quest. Unlike ground veal or pork, which some might confuse
Balsamic Reduction
by TT May 21st, 2010 | Recipes, Spreads & Sauces
As I sat here, mentally preparing this post, I had an internal debate: Is making a balsamic reduction a recipe, or should I create a helpful hint category?
The part of my brain that thought recipe won the debate, though by no means was it a firm and final decision. All that you need to make the reduction is one ingredient and time. So, I don't think that makes it a recipe. However, if you're seeking a delicious topping for vegetables, meat, and more, this "recipe" will give the ultimate finishing touch.
Besides being a delicious addition to a meal, it
The part of my brain that thought recipe won the debate, though by no means was it a firm and final decision. All that you need to make the reduction is one ingredient and time. So, I don't think that makes it a recipe. However, if you're seeking a delicious topping for vegetables, meat, and more, this "recipe" will give the ultimate finishing touch.
Besides being a delicious addition to a meal, it
Balsamic Chicken
by TT May 19th, 2010 | Healthy Cooking, Main Dishes, Recipes
Sometimes simple is what you are seeking in food. Sure, I enjoy making sauces, sautéing vegetables, and creating new flavor combinations. However, it also is nice to enjoy food that is less complicated.
This was the case on a recent Sunday. That Sunday was a day of indulgence. We had no plans that required leaving the house, and the weather was crummy. So, we spent the entire day in pjs, cooking, reading, watching tv, and enjoying a couple meals. After making a batch of homemade cinnamon rolls for breakfast, there was no need for lunch. After spending hours on breakfast,
This was the case on a recent Sunday. That Sunday was a day of indulgence. We had no plans that required leaving the house, and the weather was crummy. So, we spent the entire day in pjs, cooking, reading, watching tv, and enjoying a couple meals. After making a batch of homemade cinnamon rolls for breakfast, there was no need for lunch. After spending hours on breakfast,