Valentine’s Day is around the corner and your son or daughter is shuffling around trying to decide what to give their teachers as a present. Well, look no further because a sure way for your child to win their teacher’s heart is to make these delicious thick, chewy chocolate chip cookies. Oh did I mention …
The Essence of Chocolate – Homemade Chocolate Liqueur
Well Valentine’s Day is vastly approaching and I came across this potent recipe; in The Essence of Chocolate in the section of Cook the Book, for a chocolate liqueur that is so potent it can be served on its own, topped with whipped cream and cocoa nibs. It can also be used in place of …
Grandma’s Banana Bread
Yesterday as I was speaking to my grandmother over the phone, I started reminiscing on one of the very first recipes she ever taught me…. her famous Banana Bread. I remember being in the kitchen with her and just watching her mix all the ingredients and I knew I wanted to do what she was …
How To: Make Fluffy White Rice
One thing I would always recommend to anyone who wants to make rice is to always wash it before cooking it. This will
Chicken and Dungu (Chicken and Chinese Mushrooms)
This past weekend my parents were visiting from Miami for business and pleasure. While they were here I wanted to make one of my Mom’s favorite dishes, Chicken and Dungu. This was a staple meal that my grandmother made all the time while my mom, uncle and aunt were growing up. Being Chinese-Jamaican my grandmother …
Romance For Two – Cheesey Garlic Bread
To eat with the Shrimp Alfredo Linguine Pasta you need to have the delicious Cheesey Garlic Bread as its accompaniment. This cheese bread is such a hit you will eat the whole loaf on your own.