I was recently at a party where someone asked me “What is the benefit to…what is it you call…where you cut the chicken in half and flatten it?” Ah yes! Spatchcocking. One of my favorite words and definitely my favorite way to roast a bird. So much that I even spatchcocked yesterday’s Thanksgiving turkey! You can…
Oysters are a tradition on the Chesapeake. But what used to be the most valuable fishery in the Bay is now a mere fraction of the size. Many volunteers…kids, schools, locals…have been pitching in recently to help seed oyster “gardens” to boost the populations. So in appreciation of our most precious bivalve, my co-pirate and…
Galley Pirates wishes all of our fellow pirates a Very Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your day of family, friends and food on land or at sea. And leave room for dessert!
I never get to eat the turkey drumsticks at Thanksgiving. They are always on others’ plates by the time I get my apron off and pour myself a glass of Beaujolais Nouveau. So to make up for it I created this “Fit for a Pirate” all drumstick dinner. The drumsticks are laid on top carrots, shallots,…
As I’m staring out brass portholes, smelling a hint of diesel fumes and holding tank, I imagine lavender scented breezes blowing through french lace curtains in the Provence countryside. I can even hear the warblers calling. The imagination is a wonderful thing. A friend of mine directed me to this recipe that was published in the Washington…
This is one of my favorite Greek dishes, and I have LOTS of them! It is a lighter version of the traditional Baked Prawns with Feta, by using all fresh ingredients. And it is super quick and easy, especially if you have a cast iron pan. From the burner to the oven, you’re good to go. Like…