Whether you like your steak rare, medium, or well-done, everyone is after the same thing: a perfectly browned outside with a tender, velvety inside. The overall goal is to lock in as much moisture as possible while cooking the steak evenly. Searing the outside of your steak so that it gets nice and crisp keeps […]
If your morning cup of coffee isn’t jolting you awake like it used to, you need to make some changes. Switch up your morning routine with these simple steps.
Even though the photos of the Caribbean are truly tempting and irresistible, many people doubt whether or not they can actually go there when it comes time for a vacation. You might not think a Caribbean island is suitable for the entire family, but many of the islands are excellent destinations for adults and children […]
The type of pasta you uses for this sauce is very important as well. Typically you’ll want to use long pasta such as spaghetti, linguini, bucatini, etc. I personally like to use even thinner long kinds of pasta such as capellini or spaghettini. The perfect portion size is about two ounces of pasta per person. […]
My new cruise ship deployment has officially been issued. This summer I’ll be working as a chef de cuisine for an ultra-luxury cruise company. Their culinary program is considered the best at sea and rivals any high-end trendy restaurant on land. Once I am officially on board I will announce on my Facebook page the […]
Here is a list of some helpful ingredients that can add great flavor to your everyday dishes. Many at-home and professional chefs continuously look for ways to improve the foods they cook. If you find the foods you cook to be a bit bland, you may appreciate this list of helpful ingredients that can […]
If you want your next vacation to go smoothly, you must know which travel mistakes to avoid. Avoiding these mistakes on your next vacation will ensure that you can fully relax and get all the benefits of a vacation instead of returning home with regrets. Not Packing Properly One of the worst travel mistakes you […]
Aloha! This Hawaiian pineapple, coconut, and macadamia nut bread is a real treat. It brings a very welcomed tropical taste of Hawaii into your own home. Since I’ve recently been working on a cruise ship that circumnavigated the breathtaking Hawaiian Islands I thought it would be a good idea to share this recipe with you […]
All holidays provide a great opportunity for us to get together with our loved ones to enjoy good company, delicious food, and seasonal drinks and cocktails. Easter is one of the next big holidays that provide us with a reason to gather and celebrate. Some at your gathering this year may not want to drink […]