One of our favorite meals has to include a pork shoulder. Whether you are smoking it, roasting it or grilling this wonderful cut of pork, learning how to brine a pork shoulder properly will definitely … Read more
I have often heard friends say, “the first person to crack open a raw oyster and then decide to eat it must have been really hungry.” At the very least, they were very brave people. Now, … Read more
If you have enjoyed a chicken meal at your favorite restaurant recently, you probably asked your dinner guest, “How do they get this great flavor to come out?” The answer in no uncertain terms has … Read more
I actually learned how to make smoked marlin when I was on a holiday with a few of my friends. Our day seemed to be laying out as if Hemingway himself was dictating our moves. Four … Read more
A comforting scent for me, is walking into my mother-in-law’s house and her chuck roast is well into its third hour of braising. The onion, garlic, and pepper draw me into the kitchen, and keeps … Read more
I will admit that I am a bit of a snob about certain foods. No matter how strange or inappropriate the time or setting, there are certain dishes that I will always order. I have … Read more
Actually, I learned how to make bacon jerky after a cool, funny story with my son. While I was cleaning out some pictures from my parents’ house, I came across a few from my scout days. My son … Read more
Who does not like beef sticks? They are tasty, packed with protein, and can last quite a while if preserved properly. However, it seems like every year they get more and more expensive to buy … Read more
Tuna steaks are a versatile piece of meat. It doesn’t have that overwhelming fishy smell or feel to it that other fish steaks like halibut have.In fact, people who normally stay away from seafood will … Read more
Sunday dinner as a child was a ritual for our family. Mom would prepare a beef roast, sided with English peas, carrots and roasted potatoes. As we grew older, the meal stayed the same. When … Read more