Smooth and creamy with a cool crunch, this avocado and cucumber dip is not your ordinary guacamole. Made with sour cream and ranch dressing, this dip is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

As a side dish or an appetizer, the squash fritter is the chameleon of international cuisine. Served with marinara they are Italian, tzatziki sauce creates a Mediterranean dish, and for a taste of Morocco try them with harisa. Top the fritters with a curry sauce for a …

In my life I have worn many different hats in my struggle for the legal tender. There was one chapter that I particularly enjoyed which required extensive travel overseas. I was working for a sportswear company that produced garments in every corner of the world. My job …

Afternoon backyard  gatherings are something I truly enjoy. Hanging out with my people, enjoying some laughter, a cold drink or two, and sharing good eats outside. I also love to have something cooking on the grill with guests around. The wafting smell of delicious things to come always …

Of all of the interesting foods I have enjoyed while traveling around the world, the cuisine of Vietnam would have to be some of my favorite. Vietnamese recipes utilize a diverse range of herbs, including lemongrass, mint, long coriander and Thai basil leaves. Fish sauce, soy paste, …

Maine may be known for its lobsters, the gulf coast for its shrimp, but Maryland was blessed with crabs. Situated around Chesapeake bay, Maryland is ranked the 42nd state in size with only 10,460 square miles of land. But when it comes to water, this …

The history of aji is perhaps as deep as its flavor. It is likely thought that some form of aji or uchu was used by the Inca civilization at Machu Picchu centuries ago. This Peruvian condiment, widely found across South America is still a popular condiment …

When it come to a great snack, cheese is a natural. Everyone loves cheese (unless you’re lactose intolerant) and to have it in the form of a crunchy stick to wave around, what a treat. Served with a salad or next to an ice-cold brew, …

I pride myself on finding creative things to prepare with items that I find on sale.  I also focus on buying fruits and vegetables that are in season. For example, planning a dish that requires lots of fresh tomatoes in the dead of winter usually results …

I consider myself to be a very fortunate person, not because I am wealthy, or possess the chiseled features of a G.Q. cover model, but due in part to the fact that I have been lucky enough to have experienced travel all over the world.  I …

The deviled egg, frowned upon by many for its unhealthy image, is usually one of the first items to disappear at any cocktail party or picnic.  I know I can personally slide an embarrassing quantity of these tasty canoes into my gob, probably putting the …

Found in many Cajun dishes, the peppadew is a flavorful sweet and spicy cherry pepper. The name is a combination of the words “pepper” and “dew”.  Many times confused as a cross between a tomato and a pepper the peppadew is actually a breed of …