Falling in Love with Brussels. Ever since renowned Cajun Chef Paul Prudhomme blackened his first redfish in the 1980s, you would think that all South Louisiana folks burn just about everything they cook. I know many of you wi.

Get Thee to an Indian Spice Shop. Adding a New Cuisine to My Repertoire. Star Anise with Candied Fennel Seeds Ice Cream. On Go Local, Go Organic, Go Amman. On Ahlan Wa Sahlan Jordan! Chef Sally Jane Elsewhere.

Heirloom Tomato Sandwich on Sourdough with Garlic Aioli. With the crisp snap of the first bite of grilled sourdough, I can taste the dual combination of smooth goat cheese, and creamy garlic aioli as the intense juice of the heirloom tomato flows over my tongue.

I have been working on this post for in my head for over a year. Once upon a time, on a very rainy day in April 2014, some curious folks set out to grow shiitake mushrooms. Drill holes into the logs.

While I still enjoy cooking and learning new techniques, I no longer feel the need to document my endeavors in the kitchen. If you like my writing, please visit my main blog at shannonturlington. I also post frequently on Google , so circle me. Plan ahead, but remain flexible.