Earlier this month, Think Tasty readers had the opportunity to choose the best restaurant in the Southwest region. With ten amazing restaurants in the mix, the choice was difficult. Until the last moment, diners placed their votes and left comments praising their restaurants. When voting ended, the restaurant that earned the most votes was Brennan's, in Houston, Texas.
I spoke with Chef Danny Trace to learn more about this revered dining institution.
TT: Brennan’s is a 43 year old restaurant. Are any of your items the same as the original menu?
DT: Alex (Brennan-Martin,
Whipped Cream
by TT September 27th, 2010 | Recipes, Simple Solutions
You know, sometimes the simplest of things is what impresses people the most. A perfect example of that is whipped cream. Making it requires three ingredients and one minute. That's it. Yet, every time I make whipped cream instead of spraying it out of a can, I receive comments, such as, "Ooh! Homemade whipped cream!" and "Wow! This is amazing!"
While I could encourage this thinking that making homemade whipped cream is something of a phenomenon, I don't. My usual reply is that whipped cream is a simple item to create, and one that is well worth the minute it takes.
While I could encourage this thinking that making homemade whipped cream is something of a phenomenon, I don't. My usual reply is that whipped cream is a simple item to create, and one that is well worth the minute it takes.
Aunt Sue’s Pumpkin Bread
by TT September 24th, 2010 | Breads, Recipes
Like many others, when I cook and need inspiration I usually turn to the Internet. While I do have a cupboard filled with cookbooks, I find it easier to do a quick search online, as that will offer me more options at a quicker speed than reviewing my cookbooks. However, there are times when searching my personal collection is a better option.
Among my collection of purchased cookbooks are two binders filled with recipes clipped from magazines and index cards with hand-written recipes. Some of these handwritten cards are from my mom, some of which are newer to her repertoire and
Among my collection of purchased cookbooks are two binders filled with recipes clipped from magazines and index cards with hand-written recipes. Some of these handwritten cards are from my mom, some of which are newer to her repertoire and
Review: Barking Dog Bar & Grill, Amesbury, MA
by TT September 22nd, 2010 | Restaurant Reviews
On a gorgeous fall afternoon without any children under our care, what were my husband and I to do to occupy ourselves? The answer was obvious: visit a local winery and enjoy a late lunch. So, after completing a few necessary errands, we enjoyed our leisurely drive to Jewell Towne Winery. The time spent there was delightful: sampling wine, touring the vineyard, and buying a few bottles for home. After spending an hour or so at the winery, it was midafternoon, and we were hungry. Not familiar with the area, we asked for recommendations. Of the restaurants named, we
Ricky’s Lucky Nuts
by TT September 20th, 2010 | Food News
One of the benefits of the Best Restaurant polls is meeting interesting chefs and discovering amazing restaurants. Through the Rocky Mountain poll I had the pleasure of meeting Chef Paul Gelose of The Palace Restaurant in Durango, Colorado. During our interview, I learned that not only is he an acclaimed chef, but he also is the owner of Ricky's Lucky Nuts. Chef Paul graciously offered to send samples to me, and I happily accepted.
Ricky's Lucky Nuts come in five different varieties: Original, Spicy Chile Chipolte, Bombay Curry Coconut, Black Pepper & Salt, and Cocoa & Vanilla Bean.
Ricky's Lucky Nuts come in five different varieties: Original, Spicy Chile Chipolte, Bombay Curry Coconut, Black Pepper & Salt, and Cocoa & Vanilla Bean.