Food and Drink

Louisiana-Style Seafood Gumbo

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This recipe for Louisiana Style Gumbo has been passed down my family for generations. Half of my extended family lives in Louisiana and my grandpa makes the best Seafood Gumbo! Usually made with chicken and sausage, gumbo is excellent for a rainy weekend. This time, I decided to experiment with some seafood I had. Here’s my first shot at a seafood spin on my favorite classic stew. Though it takes a long time, gumbo is well worth it on a rainy, fall day!

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Louisiana-Style Seafood Gumbo

Ingredients:

Vegetables:

Celery, 4 Stalks

Carrots, 3

Bell Pepper, 1

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Steamed Clams in Garlic, Butter and White Wine

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Steamed clams are one of the best appetizers! Personally, I eat them as a meal because they are so delicious with a side of rustic bread! I grew up in the Pacific Northwest and Puget Sound clams are easy and fun to find, not to mention scrumptious. After picking up some wonderful fresh clams from a mobile seafood cart at my favorite local grocery store, The Moscow Food Co-op, I set out to make a meal of some delicious steamed clams.

Here is a wonderful recipe for Steamed Clams in Garlic, Butter and White Wine. Continue reading →

Signature Cocktail: Blue Nazcan

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I first discovered Damiana Liquer on a trip to Cancun, Mexico. It is strong and rich, with an interesting flavor and a is a recipe for a smooth and easy night. Like other signature cocktails I’ve created, this one uses a delicious flavor from the line of Red Bull Editions: Red Bull Blue.

Signature Cocktail: Blue Nazcan

Ingredients

Red Bull Blue Edition

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