Wicked Basics & Oddities

Irish Hand Pies are one-handed goodness for a St. Patrick’s day celebration! This hand pie recipe is filled with smoked pork belly bacon, creamy gold potatoes and savory green cabbage, then wrapped in rich, golden, and buttery pie crust. Take a bite of my Irish hand pie and with your other hand sip on a delicious Zwickel style lager. They’re great for a picnic or hearty parade-walking fare. Sonder Brewery, “Zauber” is a rare and unique beer style, it’s bread and cracker like flavor with floral notes is a perfect paring for these hand pies. Just allow the rush of nirvana surround you!...

Antipasti Platter Ingredients, Tips, and Tricks are a “win-win” for your next Party Victory! Bring on the Delicious Cured Meats from Italy and Spain, Sinful, Yummy Cheeses, Tasty Marinated Veggies and Succulent Seafood Treats. So go out to your local upscaled deli or grocery…they always have the coolest stuff. Think 4-6 oz. of ingredients per person. Also remember to add some rustic breads, savory crackers and crostini. Think out of the box! Textures and variety matters…it’s not just salami and cheese. Bring marinated seafood treats, marinated olives, and peppers to the platter.   These Antipasti Combination ideas will assist you to...