Baking Classics The Technique Beaten Biscuits Beaten Biscuits are a Kentucky Derby classic with a procedure that dates back to the late 1700’s & they are quite different from traditional southern biscuits. A simple dough is manually fed through a hand cranked biscuit brake or roller attached to a table until the surface blisters & […]
Cooking Classics: Rosemary-Bourbon Apple Chutney
Cooking Classics The Relish Rosemary-Bourbon Apple Chutney Chutneys offer bold flavor to a variety of foods lending a sweet-tart contrast to grilled meats, ham & even when paired with cheese selections. Fresh or dried fruits, vegetables or a combination of both make a good base for the highly seasoned relishes. They can be mild or […]
The Basics: Rosemary
Cooking Essentials From The Garden Rosemary Fresh rosemary is a valuable herb in the kitchen as it not only offers bold, distinctive flavor to recipes, it can be used to garnish items beautifully as it holds up well at room temperature for lengthy periods of time. Rosemary’s versatility not only imparts bold flavor to grilled […]
Spring Entertaining: Lemon-Ricotta Artichoke Dip
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Lemon-Ricotta Artichoke Dip Kentucky Derby parties should have a menu filled with distinctive taste & Lemon-Ricotta Artichoke Dip certainly fits the bill. The appetizer blends together quickly & when baked in several small ramekins, it can be heated throughout the gathering. Offer a colorful assortment of crudités & crackers for effortless […]
Cocktail Classics: The Mint Julep
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials The Mint Julep The official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1938, the mint julep carries with it a colorful history. It’s been a favorite cocktail of notable presidents such as Teddy Roosevelt & writers from Ernest Hemingway to F. Scott Fitzgerald with each having particular specifications in which they preferred […]
Baking Classics: Derby Tartlets
Baking Classics The Technique Derby Tartlets Derby day wouldn’t be complete without serving a chocolate nut pie. The classic dessert originating from Kerns Kitchen in Prospect, Kentucky is a well guarded secret & the irresistible combination of flavors has earned it a spot on many distinguished restaurant menus. The good news is that you can […]
Spring Entertaining: Strawberry Shortcake Derby Hat
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Strawberry Shortcake Derby Hat Kentucky Derby parties become a little sweeter when pound cake graces the menu. It has long been a welcome guest of year round southern celebrations & bridges the generation gap of trendy foods on beautifully set tables decade upon decade. From tomato aspic to congealed salad– balsamic strawberry bruschetta, […]
The Essential Kentucky Derby Entertaining Primer
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials The Essential Kentucky Derby Entertaining Primer Kentucky Derby socials are lovely occasions & some of the most lavish the South has to offer. From a collection of classic recipes to carefully curated attire, the fine details should never be excluded. A perfect menu & doning your Sunday Best should be reserved for these ceremonious […]
Spring Entertaining: Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Trifle is a classic English dessert with basic components consisting of vanilla custard, sherry soaked sponge cake, fruit, jam & sweetened whipped cream. Southerners made it their own decades ago by using pound cake with variations that include orange liqueur, assorted seasonal fruits, chocolate & coffee infused creations. […]
The Basics: Vanilla Pastry Cream
Cooking & Baking Essentials The Technique Vanilla Pastry Cream Vanilla Pastry Cream is a key component in many dessert applications such as trifle & cream pies. It is the foundation to sweet mousseline creme that can be used to fill a number of pate a choux & puff pastry based confections from eclairs & cream […]
