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Pigeon Breast w/ Chestnut Sauce
This is a rather complex pigeon dish, but you can always break it down into multiple ones and opt to only cook the pigeon breasts and serve them with chestnut...
Venison Steak with Red Wine Jus and Caramelized Eschalots
I have had venison on 3 different continents and on each occasion it has tasted completely different from the last. Wow!! Does that ever sound pompous; when you write that...
Zurich-Style Veal (Emince Zurichoise)
The traditional veal emice “Zurich style” in creamy mushroom sauce is arguable one of the most famous dishes in Swiss cuisine along with Fondue and Raclette of course. This is...
Laxpudding: Swedish Salmon & Potatoes Bake
This dish was taught to me by a good friend and Swedish chef. Ever since then, around Christmas time, when attending quite a number of pre-Christmas parties that are “potluck”,...
Pappardelle al Ragù
This is an Italian pappardelle al ragù recipe by Chef Eugenio Maiale with three types of minced meat: chicken, pork and veal. It’s incredibly flavorful and delicious. Enjoy! Related: Pappardelle...
Pan-Roasted Mediterranean Chicken
Armed with a 1954 Sabatier high-carbon French chef’s knife, a few pairs of tongs, and a ton of food, I set off to cook at a non-profit event recently. The...
John Dory with Orange Glazed Endive & Cauliflower Puree
One of my favorite fish dishes, the blend of cauliflower and curry with the raisins is a great contrast to the John Dory.
Snapper Pie with Slow Braised Green Beans & Kataifi
The recipe below explores the delectable combination of snapper, slow braised green beans, fennel, and kataifi. From the perfectly cooked snapper to the harmonious pairing of flavors, this dish is...
Sesame-Crusted Ocean Trout on Choy Sum & Mirin Vinaigrette
This is a shining example of the less complicated a dish is, the better it is. Each ingredient in this recipe is served very near to its natural state and...
Mangalorean Chicken Curry (Kori Gassi)
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Whole Young Chicken with Cucumbers
This recipe calls for a young chicken aka poussin, which is the butcher’s term for a young chicken, less than 28 days old at slaughter and usually weighing up to...
Stuffed Mushrooms on Herbed Polenta w/ Buttered French Beans
This dish is great to cook if you are vegetarian and just as good if you aren’t. As a person that is completely content in their carnivore ways, I can...
Chili-basted Grilled Tilapia
This recipe I use since at least 10 years. In my personal opinion, fish is not given the proper respect when it comes to the BBQ season. While ribs, chops...
Chicken Liver with Wilted Radicchio, Caramelized Eschalots & Reduced Balsamic
This is a dish that I serve even to my friends that don’t like liver. I threaten them with no main course if they don’t at least try it. They...
Chicken Salad with Arugula & Kalamata Olives
This is great example of a chicken recipe that is healthy, easy, quick and yet still a very comforting winter dish. You can enjoy the chicken with some ciabatta bread...
Cajun Scotch Fillet (Cajun Ribeye)
Also known as a Cajun Rib Eye. Of all the barbecues I have had, one thing is certain of all of them. Regardless of how many other cuts of quality...
Crispy Duck Breast with Glazed Butternut Squash and Cured Bacon
The succulent duck breast takes center stage, accompanied by a bed of fresh and vibrant rocket leaves. A final drizzle of olive oil adds the finishing touch, enhancing the flavors...
Braised Rabbit Leg with Mushroom Filling in Grappa Raisin Sauce
My grandfather has always raised rabbits, for sale and own use, on his farm. Growing up, I was introduced to rabbit as an alternative meat to chicken or pork. A...
Braised Pork Belly with Chilies
I love anything with pork belly in it. The good thing about it is if you give it a really good fry first, that will render out a lot of...
