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
Labor Day
The Timeless Appeal of Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs, the classic crowd-pleasing appetizer, never fail to satisfy taste buds with their creamy and tangy goodness. This timeless dish starts with perfectly hard-boiled eggs, then halved, and their yolks expertly mixed with mayonnaise, mustard, and a hint of paprika for a … [Read more...] about The Timeless Appeal of Deviled Eggs
Learn to Make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken
Get ready to discover the secrets of achieving perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken with tender, juicy meat. Learn the tricks for achieving that coveted crispy coating of the classic buttermilk-soaked variation. Once you learn to make the ultimate American comfort food … [Read more...] about Learn to Make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken
The Palmer House Brownie
The Palmer House Hotel opened in Chicago in 1871. Their kitchens created a delicious chocolate treat for the 1893 World Fair and came to be known as a brownie. Food historians agree that brownies are an American creation, and credit Fannie Farmer for the first published … [Read more...] about The Palmer House Brownie
Antoine’s Famous Oysters Rockefeller
Established in 1840, Antoine’s is considered America’s oldest family-run restaurant and the original Oyster Rockefeller recipe is said to be one of the most sought-after recipes in the world. Even the ex-employees of this restaurant will not talk about how Antoine’s Oysters … [Read more...] about Antoine’s Famous Oysters Rockefeller
