February 11, 2022 | Jamie Aragonez

Side Dishes, Brunch

After the glow of the holidays have faded and the delight in winter squash begins to pale, suddenly it's citrus season! Winter often gets overlooked for its fruit bounty so keep your eyes open and don't miss out. I always know it's time when the abundance of citrus in grocery ...

June 03, 2021 | Jamie Aragonez

Appetizers

This post is for those of us who like the crusts cut off. The extra effort and attention that goes into making these beautiful tea sandwiches shows in every detail — the sweet shapes, the colorful combinations and, as always, the thoughtful flavor pairings. Make a platter for ...

December 08, 2020 | Jamie Aragonez

Side Dishes

Here's a fresh twist on a classic French recipe! Green beans almondine is a delicious light veggie dish, equally suited as a standalone snack or alongside a heartier meal. Our version uses and together for a complimentary combination of seasoning. Both of these blends are h...

April 10, 2019 | Amanda Bevill

Entrees

The opening of halibut season is a rite of spring in the Pacific Northwest and always brings the excitement of fresh wild bounty. You can do just about anything with halibut, and I've done many, being a huge fan of the fish. It's willing to accept a wide range of flavor, it's ...

April 04, 2019 | Amanda Bevill

Sauces & Dressings, Pastes

We've all been there. You want to add a little pizzazz to your finished dish but just don’t have the time or inclination to go that final step and make a sauce. Enter the Compound Butter. Like a knight in shining (glistening?) armor, these handy little life savers can come str...

May 07, 2013 | World Spice

Brunch

Eggs Benedict is a classic, there's no denying that, but "classic" is perhaps not the word I'd use to celebrate my funny, youthful, and adventurous mother! For Mother's Day, her poached eggs will sit atop crisp potato pancakes, under a blanket of creamy  hollandaise sauce. The...