Growing up in a Catholic Italian family, seafood was a staple—especially on Fridays during Lent. Fresh fish, clams, and shellfish were regulars at our table, and those traditions shaped my love for seafood. I could honestly live off seafood. One thing I miss about Long Island is the abundance of excellent fish markets and seafood … Read more

The difference between deep-dish and Chicago-style pizza is the assembly: Chicago-style places cheese and meat directly on the crust and then tops them with sauce, while traditional deep-dish typically has sauce added first. You can finish a Chicago-style pizza with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or Romano over the sauce if you like. This recipe … Read more

Venison Queso is a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game day, cookouts, or casual gatherings. This Tex‑Mex-style dip combines smoky ground venison with classic RoTel tomatoes and melted Velveeta for a rich, creamy, flavorful dish that serves a crowd. Smoking the ground venison adds depth and a distinctive savory note that pairs beautifully with the spicy, … Read more

There’s nothing like fresh tortilla chips made from scratch — truly fresh, from masa harina corn tortillas. This is a recipe you’ll want to save. You Can Make Blue Corn Tortillas? Health Benefits of Blue Corn Can I Substitute Different Masa Harina? What If I Don’t Have A Tortilla Press? Recipe If you make tortilla … Read more

This Gluten-free Pumpkin Coffee Cake is a moist, cozy fall coffee cake packed with pumpkin and warm spices — cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg — and finished with a cinnamon–maple streusel. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and Paleo-friendly. Give me anything pumpkin this time of year and I’m happy. This coffee cake is tender and pumpkin-forward, with … Read more

Adapted from Style Me Pretty Living “How to Plan a Backyard Dinner Party” Longer days and warmer evenings signal the start of outdoor entertaining, and alfresco dining is one of the best ways to enjoy them. Outdoor meals can be casual or refined, but my favorite is a relaxed evening with close friends, good drinks, … Read more

Mango & Shrimp Quesadillas are incredibly delicious and disappear fast. Make them with or without cilantro for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy. I’ve loved quesadillas since I was a child. My mom used to bring home a cheese crisp and I would fold it in half — crispy outside, melty and … Read more

What will you be drinking this Cinco de Mayo? If you like drinks with a little heat and a pronounced smoky edge, this Mezcal Margarita is an excellent choice. It’s bright, refreshing, and packs a pleasant kick. I have a soft spot for smoky flavors and often order cocktails that feature mezcal. Swapping mezcal for … Read more

Freezer meals aren’t just for large households— they’re perfect for small families too. In this post we show how to easily halve recipes so they fit smaller households without wasting food or time. Quick tip: use a vegetable chopper for faster prep and less cleanup. Recommended Recipes Wendy’s Chili Recipe 5 from 2 votes This … Read more