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March

Welcome back….We’re thrilled you are here!

As hospitality industry professionals we recognize how fortunate we are to welcome back frequent diners and dedicated clientele into our establishments.  “Regulars” as this special group are often referred to as, are the heart and soul

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22

July

Summer Sipping in Sonoma

Thirty years ago this week, I had the fortunate opportunity to travel to Sonoma County, California, for the first of what would be many future visits.  As a young twenty something I was beyond excited to

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19

July

Am I Tasting or Smelling or Both?

Whether you enjoy a delicious dish or recipe at home, or indulge in one at your favorite restaurant, we all crave enjoyable “taste” band flavor sensations that often trigger food memories or creates new ones. 

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28

June

Dinner in the Sky

In May 2006, Hakuna Matata, a communications agency specialized in gourmet pleasures, and The Fun Group, a company specialized in amusement park installations deploying cranes, joined forces and made a child’s dream come true: a

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27

June

Why would an organization hire a Flavor Taste Consultant and what is the process?

The answer to this question may appear to be obvious, however, the process of designing & building recipes, and creating menus and presentations is an in depth and strategic process.  Many individuals can execute tested

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09

August

Puttanesca "Starter"

Chef Jamie McFadden presents Puttanesca “Starter” Yields Sauce for 1 pound of prepared pasta ½ cup    Italian olives, pitted & chopped 1 tsp     crushed red pepper ½ cup    green olives, chopped 2 tsp     black pepper

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09

August

Fava Bean and White Truffle Ailoi

Fava Bean and White Truffle Ailoi 16 servings This delicious combination is the perfect substitute for the typical butter you serve on your Holiday table and pairs beautifully with Freshly Baked Bread from Olde Hearth!

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09

August

French West Indian Curry Rub

French West Indian Curry Rub 10 servings 1/4 cup Brown rice, uncooked 1/4 cup whole cumin seeds 1/4 cup whole coriander 1 tbsp mustard seeds 1 tbsp black peppercorns 1 tsp whole cloves 3 tbsp

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09

August

Caper Tapenade for Lamb

Caper Tapenade for Lamb 4 servings 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped  1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons capers, drained 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1/2 cup assorted olives

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09

August

Florida Frog Legs, Buffalo Style

Florida Frog legs, Buffalo Style 4 Servings By Chef Jamie McFadden Marinade Ingredients 8 frog legs 2 cups Milk 2 cups buttermilk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon coarse black pepper In a medium size bowl

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