There's something delightfully nostalgic about rhubarb, that tart and vibrant stalky vegetable that has been gracing kitchens for centuries. Rhubarb has held a special place in the hearts and palates of many, becoming a symbol of refined taste and culinary sophistication since … [Read more...] about The Tantalizing Tastes of Rhubarb: A Beloved Indulgence
Gilded Age
Twelfth Night Cake: A Tale of Traditions from England to America’s Gilded Age
Commemorating the Feast of Epiphany on January 6th, Twelfth Night signifies the conclusion of the Twelve Days of Christmas. Twelfth Night Cake symbolizes the search for the baby Jesus by the Three Wise Men: a delightful confection steeped in tradition, holds roots that traverse … [Read more...] about Twelfth Night Cake: A Tale of Traditions from England to America’s Gilded Age
Palates of Privilege: How Peach Cobbler Became a Status Symbol Dessert
While sweetened juicy peaches tucked under a blanket of tender biscuit is a treat easily enjoyed today, peach cobbler was once a dessert deemed a luxury, its flavors and costly ingredients far out of reach for all but the most privileged classes in the 19th century. There are … [Read more...] about Palates of Privilege: How Peach Cobbler Became a Status Symbol Dessert
History of Kentucky Burgoo
Kentucky burgoo is a traditional stew made when communities come together to celebrate. "If it walked, crawled, or flew, it goes in burgoo." That old adage once applied to this stew from Kentucky, originally made with an assortment of game and livestock cooked in giant cauldrons … [Read more...] about History of Kentucky Burgoo
The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich
People from all over the country come every year to the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky to try the legendary hot brown, a sandwich that’s on par with the Derby and bourbon as one of Kentucky’s cultural calling cards. Invented at the hotel nearly 100 years ago, the decadent … [Read more...] about The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich
