You might guess the art of cooking coastal includes a lot of seafood and you would be right.
Yet there is much diversity by the sea. Each coastal living family follows their own traditions be it Italian with festivals, German with Oktoberfest, clambakes and endless celebrations. Join us as we celebrate culture by the sea.

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October 14, 2014

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Can Food Excellence Merge Science & Nature?

Poland's Michelin Star Restaurant Being half Polish, I cook the well-known Pierogi and, Golumpki; I even do the Kielbassa and Egg brunch on Easter. I envision my grandparent's homeland just as they described it. Simple, rural living. Everyone farms and grandmothers wearing their babushkas preserve the harvest. Well, maybe it still exists somewhere but … Read More
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July 6, 2014

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Identify male from female squash flowers

Choosing male from female zucchini flowers How to Identify Male from Female squash flowers for cooking Identifying male from female squash flowers When picking your zucchini flowers it's important to only pick the male flowers. It's quite easy to tell which are which. The stems that are plump with the formation of a squash are the … Read More
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June 12, 2014

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Granddaughters & Breakfast

A magical morning with a little nature and lots of French toast. This morning after checking out the baby birds in our nest, it was time for breakfast. French toast is her fav so that's what I made. Here is the recipe: 2 slices of your favorite bread (I like … Read More
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April 22, 2014

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My Asparagus bit me, darn it.

Just as I was going out the door my pan of asparagus and olive oil dripped onto the front of my new suit. Found a genius way to make things right. Sprinkle cornstarch on the stain to absorb any oil possible. Let sit for a half hour. Then brush it … Read More
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April 15, 2014

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Ready for Strawberry Shortcake Supreme?

Strawberry Shortcake  Strawberry Shortcake mildly sweet and light Fresh strawberries make all the difference. They are abundant in the northeast in the early spring through summer. If fresh isn't possible, purchase whole strawberries frozen and check the ingredients label. If they are sugared already, omit sugar. To be sure, taste them.  There … Read More
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March 30, 2014

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Ever used a NuWav Infrared Oven?

Chicken Cooked Frozen 7 pound chicken Olive oil Fresh ground black pepper 1 Tbsp rosemary 2 cloves garlic, crushed   Today I excitedly took out my new NuWav oven. No, I didn't succumb to another gadget, it was a gift. They advertise that a whole chicken can go from freezer to oven to … Read More