Greek Style Meatballs

Greek Style Meatballs

The Greek flavors of lemon and oregano shine in these meatballs that almost always go with some of the other Greek staples; Hummus, Tzatziki, Greek Salad or olive oil tossed tomatoes.

Chopped Salad

Chopped Salad

Chopped Salad is a delicious salad that show cases the freshest produce of the summer and fall.  Fresh lemon juice makes a difference considering the salad ingredients are fresh and at their peak. Easy. Easy, add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal if 

Polenta

Polenta

Both polenta and grits are made from stone ground corn.  The variety of corn distinguishes whether it’s Polenta or Grits.  Polenta is made from yellow corn and grits from white corn (or hominy).  Some say it’s more about the region – Italy or the Southern States, rather than 

Asian Chicken/Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Asian Chicken/Turkey Lettuce Wraps

Lettuce wraps have been around for centuries in Southeast Asia, and more recently became very popular throughout North America.  Wraps make a light meal or use them as part of a small plates meal.

Turkey Cubano Sandwich

Turkey Cubano Sandwich

It’s really quite impossible to tell when the Cubano Sandwich (grilled meat and cheese), was created, but as people sailed between Cuba, Tampa and Key West culture and ideas were shared.  It was a common lunch for Cubans; so, when they relocated to work in the 

Sloppy Joe’s

Sloppy Joe’s

This is a southwestern take on Sloppy Joe’s, still spicy but not the traditional style.  The girls (grandchildren) prefer less spice, so we make two batches, one for the adults and one for the kids (recipes below).  Invite some friends over and have some fun.  

Buttermilk Brined Turkey Breast

Buttermilk Brined Turkey Breast

Buttermilk and fine Sea Salt team up to create a delicious, moist turkey breast.  Buttermilk is not as acidic as lemon or vinegars and it adheres to the meat, making for crispy skin and tender meat.

Chicken Souvlaki

Chicken Souvlaki

Souvlaki literally means “meat on a stick” and is made with chunks of marinated meat.  It is generally served with Tzatziki, in a pita as “fast food” or as part of a meal with Greek Potatoes or Rice.  We always have Hummus with Tzatziki, another Mediterranean and 

Barbecued Chicken and Roasted Vegetables

Barbecued Chicken and Roasted Vegetables

The barbeque sauce makes a difference!  Sweet or bold original styles will influence the wine paired with the meal. One of our favorite barbeque sauces is Stubb’s Gluten Free Original, and the story of “Stubb” is truly inspiring.

Coconut Curry Chicken Skewers

Coconut Curry Chicken Skewers

Coconut milk, curry and chicken simply go together on hot days!  Especially on skewers.  Thai curries rely more on coconut milk than do Indian curries. Thai curries also start with a paste, while Indian curries start with spices.