White Anchovies Tapas
White anchovies can be found as tapas throughout Mediterranean Europe. This fast and tasty starter or snack is a great introduction to the less ‘fishy’ preparation of the anchovy. Unlike...
Recipes
Vinegar is for so much more than salads. Explore uses and recipes from cooking to cocktails. And, yes, also salads!
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Chickpea and Tuna Salad
This is an ideal 10-minute meal that will leave you satisfied and feeling healthy. And eating quickly. The original recipe is based on a Portuguese dish that would be commonly...
Sage Parmesan Giant Beans
A thoroughly satisfying bean dish that is both rustic and, with some sprucing up, ready to impress company. A beautiful and indulgent introduction to the Mediterranean diet and eating that...
Panzanella Salad
Panzanella is a tomato and bread salad from Italy. The idea of bread salads and dishes is common across the Mediterranean and was a way to salvage bread that had...
Homemade Ricotta
My ricotta is better than your (supermarket’s) ricotta. Cheese making sounds intimidating but making your own ricotta could not be easier or tastier. Just be mindful of the milk you...
Bacon Potato Soup
Warming, comforting. You will like this potato soup anytime but will love it in the fall and winter. Our recipe focuses on just a few ingredients and is brothier than...
Bee's Knees Cocktail
This is a classic but less well known cocktail that I've found to be a hit with a broad group of folks because it is just sweet enough, just tart...
Manhat-Vin
Our take on a Manhattan, this Manhat-Vin offers a brighter version of the classic that is no less sultry. Our bartender friend says this is her favorite. And she knows....
Vinegary Green Beans
This is a bright, flavorful side dish that is a prefect pairing with salmon or a simple piece of grilled chicken. The dressing is less vinaigrette and more of a...
Poulet au Vinaigre (Vinegar Chicken)
This is a traditional bistro dish originating in Lyon, France. It literally has ‘vinegar’ in the recipe title so we had to try it. This recipe will serve two with...
Pink Pacific Rose Spritz
Honey, vinegar and bubbles come together in this pretty pink cocktail that is in season all year long. We’ve never been to a garden party but imagine if we ever...
Mess Up Mashed Potatoes
These mashed potatoes actually started life as a German potato salad. But I forgot the potatoes boiling so the options were to toss them out or make mashed potatoes. With...