Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries is a flavorful, easy side dish that works beautifully for Thanksgiving, Christmas, holiday dinners, or a simple weeknight meal. Tender cubes of butternut squash are roasted until sweet and caramelized, then paired with warm fall spices, dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, creamy goat cheese, and fresh herbs. It is a colorful, … Read more

Table of Contents An Introduction to Sous Vide What Sous Vide is Not How Sous Vide Works What can you do with sous vide? Sous Vide and… Steak? What Makes Meat Tough Does Sous Vide Make Meat Tender? The term “sous vide” appears often on restaurant menus, cooking blogs, and food videos, but the technique … Read more

These crispy fried potatoes are golden and crunchy on the outside, tender and fluffy in the center, and full of simple, savory flavor. Made in one skillet with butter, oil, and pantry seasonings, this easy pan fried potatoes recipe is ready in about 40 minutes and works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Why You’ll Love … Read more

This brown butter cinnamon banana bread with pecans is soft, moist, nutty, and full of warm banana flavor. It comes together with simple ingredients, and you do not need a stand mixer or hand mixer. The browned butter adds a toasted, caramel-like richness that pairs beautifully with ripe bananas, cinnamon, and crunchy pecans. This brown … Read more

Join me as I sail along the California coast with Princess Cruises. The next stop on this California Coastal Cruise is Santa Barbara, a sunny and beautiful port that quickly became one of the most memorable parts of the trip. During our visit, I attended a wine-filled private event at Fess Parker Winery, and it … Read more

Corn mango salsa is a bright, fresh, and flavorful recipe made with sweet mango, crisp corn, juicy tomato, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and cilantro. It has the perfect balance of sweet, savory, tangy, and lightly spicy flavors, making it a healthy salsa that works for almost any occasion. Serve it with tortilla chips, spoon … Read more

The holiday season has a way of making peppermint and chocolate feel even more irresistible. This Microwave Peppermint Fudge brings those classic flavors together in a rich, creamy, festive treat that is ideal for Christmas dessert trays, holiday parties, homemade gifts, or a cozy night at home. It tastes like a special seasonal candy, but … Read more

Nowadays, one of the quickest and easiest ways to find a COVID-19 test in Waikīkī is to visit Longs Drugs. Longs Drugs is Waikīkī’s main pharmacy, commonly known as a chemist in some countries, and it is conveniently located in the Bank of Hawaii Waikiki Center at 2155 Kalākaua Ave #102, Waikīkī. You will find … Read more

If you have ever wanted to bring a classic New York steakhouse dinner into your own backyard, this Peter Luger Surf and Turf recipe is the one to make. It is inspired by the bold, fire-kissed style of a legendary steakhouse meal, with a thick-cut steak seared until it develops a deep crust and lobster … Read more

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Quinoa Bowls are a simple, healthy dinner that works well for busy weeknights, family meals, or easy meal prep. The Instant Pot cooks the chicken thighs until tender and flavorful, while the cilantro lime quinoa can be prepared at the same time on the stovetop. With salsa, canned corn, black beans, … Read more