In Pirate Caroline’s anchorage, it’s Eastern Shore ‘Loupe season; in Pirate Kristin’s it’s not nearly so romantic. We have four seasons here in southern Louisiana: football, Mardi Gras, crawfish, and hurricane; and we’ve just entered the latter one. No storms yet — it’s early — but the heat and humidity make sailing a very catch-as-catch…
No, it’s not Friday. We’re just getting an early start to kick off Cantaloupe Weekend! Maryland’s Eastern Shore muskmelons are coming into full season about now and you might be lucky enough to get some, Maryland-grown or not, for your upcoming 4th of July dock party. Today I’m going to show you the Italian…
Happy National Catfish Day, Scallywags! Okay, so a couple of introductory explanations. First, here in Cajun country, it’s pronounced “Coo-BEE-yohn” with a silent “n” … which isn’t normal “en Francais.” Second, it’s Cajun so it’s thick and highly spiced and stew like, as opposed to the french version which I am told is a delicate…
These knock-your-socks-off poppers came by way of fellow food lover, Alex. With roots in Ecuador and a family legacy of great cooking, she brought these stuffed jalapeños to a party in Baltimore a few weeks ago. I’ve had Jalapeño Poppers before but none with a kick like these! The secret? Well, it wasn’t the…
A good salsa verde recipe is a staple; absolutely critical to the functioning of a boat and its crew. Maybe a small exaggeration, but I have a sister-in-law for whom it is one of the major food groups beside chips, gumbo, and pie. It’s wholly different than a pico de gallo or other standard, red,…