A midweek date night took us to a new local restaurant. We had a fantastic first experience at The Farehouse in Taylors, SC. The space is amazing (in an old bleachery), the drinks were perfect and food was very good. We liked it so much we went back to relive the experience but unfortunately the…
Potato Crusted Halibut, Creole Craw fish, Cucumber and Red Bean Salad with Herb Pistou
The potato crusted halibut idea came from the old show with Anne Burrell, Secrets of a Restaurant Chef. The pistou came from on of my all time favorite meals (Skillet-Roasted Chicken, Farro with Acorn Squash and Kale and Herb Pistou) inspired by Sean Brocks Bon Appetit cover recipe. The craw fish (or crayfish) I bought…
The Perfect Old Fashioned Cocktail
The Old Fashioned cocktail is my favorite. I have tried it in many forms, in many bars and in many restaurants. The basic recipe is simple. Bourbon or rye whiskey, muddled sugar, bitters, a cherry (I don’t use those nasty fake red ones) and orange or lemon peel. There are lots of variables and most…
Everything Pork Loin, Wilted Mustard Greens, Pimento Cheese Grits with Mustard Jus
In all honestly, the mustard jus pictured was left over from this recipe: Braised Pork Belly, Roast Beets, Sautéed Mustard Greens with Mustard Jus. I tried to mimic the process for the purposes of this recipe but can’t promise the sauce will be great. It should be, but I’ve haven’t tried it yet. When I…
FODMAP Friendly Jagerschnitzel, Spaetzle and Green Beans with Zucchini “Hunter” Sauce
One of my all time most popular posts is my Jagerschnitzel with Spaetzle and German Red Cabbage Kraut. I’ve been making it for many, many years and it is pretty darn close to what I had while living in Germany as a kid. Fast forward to last year and a Doctor recommended my wife try…
Seared Scallops, French Green Lentils, Rainbow Chard, Purple Carrots with Satsuma and Soy Vinaigrette
You know you have created something special when you wife asks, “Is this what they mean by umami?” This one came together so well. I love scallops, the steak of the sea. The earthy lentils, the bitter greens, the crunchy carrots, the sweet satsuma and the savory soy. Oh man, it was so good. I’d…
Monkey Wrench Smokehouse in Travelers Rest, SC
Since it opened, Monkey Wrench Smokehouse in Travelers Rest, SC has been one of our favorite date nights. The food is great. The atmosphere is great. The drinks are great and it is right on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. In the warm months they open the back completely up with ample outdoor seating. Below is…
Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas
These enchiladas are super easy to make and very satisfying. This is made much faster by using a rotisserie chicken and canned enchilada sauce.
Roasted Pork Loin, Succotash, Johnny Cakes with Hunter Sauce
First time I ever had Johnny Cakes was at Husk in Charleston, SC (one of my favorite restaurants). They are like savory pancakes but made with cornmeal. Very yummy and a great side when served with a sauce or gravy. I don’t know what inspired me to make them at home, or to combine them…
Turkey Italian Sausage, Kale and Lentils with Herby Broth
On a cold winters night, this soup hits the spot. Warm and earthy. Very filling and pretty healthy too.
