A surprise connection to cousin Marjorie Mattingly Samuels draws me closer to the iconic bourbon, Maker’s Mark
Arkansas Originals
Arkansas Originals is food and drink woven into our culinary fabric and sharing it with friends and family is the way we celebrate life!
The Margarita Trail
Traversing the margarita trail is an eye-opening experience. We chased the rainbow from sunup to sundown until we reached trail’s end.
Tim’s Steakhouse Menu
A steakhouse holds a special place in my heart, and like a lion on the African savannah, we carnivores enjoy nothing more than a big juicy steak.
French Creole Menu
Cure the mid-winter blues with a vieux carre and a french creole menu. With favorites from each of NOLA’s grand dames, it can’t be beat.
Christmas Menu
Standing prime rib roast, the world’s best mashed potatoes, roasted green beans and pecan pie make this a Christmas Menu to celebrate.
The Monkey Bar – NYC
The Monkey Bar is one of those places that I must visit while in New York. It is still the quintessential piano bar with beautiful artwork and fine cocktails.
Thanksgiving Menu
This is our Thanksgiving Menu, but first let’s talk about food insecurity. It’s a problem everywhere and not only during the holidays.
“An Offal Good Dinner” – The Hero’s Journey
Our group dinner is a transparent excuse for eating and drinking while sharing tall tales. As host I chose a menu based upon less popular cuts of meat referred to as offal.
Interview with Eduardo Garcia
I wanted to hear Eduardo Garcia’s rags to riches story, from working illegally in a shadow economy to internationally acclaimed chef and restaurateur, so we decided to visit him in Mexico City.