Party Recipes: 1950s Appetizers and Hors D’oeuvres
I am someone who not only loves to cook but someone who has a deep appreciation for the history of food. While perusing cookbooks, I often find myself drawn to the traditions of different eras. I think about what my parents ate and how it differed from the cuisines of my grandparents and great-grandparents. I […]
Baked Ziti vs. Lasagna: What You Need To Know
Whenever I have to cook for a big crowd I always need a pasta dish, I’m constantly going back and forth between lasagna and baked ziti. These are my fallbacks for a couple of reasons. One is that they are pretty easy to make. The other is that everyone loves a classic Italian American pasta […]
The Only Knife You Need To Cut Vegetables
Let’s talk about knives. In my opinion, whether you’re a home cook or you are on a team of professional chefs, having the right tools in your kitchen is imperative. Do you know what the best vegetable knives are? Let’s find out.
Easy Guide to Pairing Pasta with Wine
Picture this. The waiter comes over to the table and asks you what you’d like to drink. You want a glass of wine, but you have no clue what to order. I want to make picking a wine easy for you so I decided to make a quick and easy guide.
Simple Catering Side Dishes for Your Next Party
I’ve been brainstorming some new items for the catering menu at Mortadella Head. I think it’s really important to keep coming up with creative ideas on how to feed large crowds. When I am working on a new menu, my favorite part of the process is coming up with new side dishes. The main course […]