Posts Tagged ‘foodie’
Ask Chef Walter: Turkey Triumphs and Tumults on Thanksgiving – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Navigating Thanksgiving pitfalls with pizzazz! Friends: Ah, the Thanksgiving dinner, where culinary dreams take flight or crash and burn like a poorly basted turkey. As a chef with my fair share of Thanksgiving triumphs and tribulations, let me dish out some sage advice (pun intended) on the mistakes to…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: A Nutty Journey to Gluttony – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer The epic tale of Southern Pecan pie. Morris K. from Alkabo, North Dakota, inquired about the pecan pie. Here’s some to read, Morris: Enjoy it! Oh, have you tried the classic Southern Pecan Pie yet? Let me tell you, it’s a genuine treat for your taste buds—like dancing under…
Read MoreWe Cook! Espresso Chocolate Chip Pound Cake w/Espresso Chocolate Glaze – Anthony Salemme
By Anthony Salemme, contributing chef This is an intense mocha flavor and a light fluffy cake – Happy Mother’s Day! Cake ½ cup butter ½ cup coconut oil 5 eggs 2 cups turbinado sugar 6 ounces dark chocolate chips 1 cup buttermilk 3 Tablespoons instant espresso 3 cups flour 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder 2…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: The Seasonal Table – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Rediscovering the rhythm of real food. Friends: In a time of high energy and food costs, there is no more pertinent issue to address than the value of cooking in season. Imagine a tomato that tastes not like a vague, watery memory, but like sunshine and soil. This is…
Read MoreYelp Ranks Celeste in Narragansett #2 Best New Restaurant in America for 2025
Yelp’s Best New Restaurants of 2025 highlights top dining destinations, cutting-edge menus, and creative experiences, as ranked by Yelp data and community reviews – Celeste only restaurant in New England on the list of 25. Celeste, located at 15 Kingstown Road in Narragansett, Rhode Island, is pleased to announce that it has earned the second…
Read MoreWe Cook! Caramel Apple, Gruyeré Dutch Baby – Anthony Salemme
By Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Serves 4-6 I was inspired to recreate this Dutch Baby after watching an episode of Bob’s Burgers when Linda Belcher insisted on ordering one even though it took 20 minutes to cook. Here’s my version. Pre-heat oven to 425 F. Place cast iron skillet in oven while its pre-heating.…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: The History of Tiramisu and Recipe – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: Wandering through the charming cobblestone streets of Treviso, Italy, you can’t help but be enveloped by the delightful scents of history and freshly brewed espresso. Along the way, you might stumble upon the show’s star: tiramisu! This fantastic dessert is a treat for your palate and a feast…
Read MoreUPDATED LIST: Rhode Island’s Emergency Food Program comes together. Get help here.
We will continue to update this list as the days – and the need – go by. Theses programs are offering help if you need it – donate to them if you can: Since the announcement of the halt to the SNAP program, set for Saturday, November 1st, the state and national sources have responded…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Canning Tomato Tutorial – Chef Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer A long and demanding job that will pay off during the year when you open that preserves made with your hands and with a lot of love to season your favorite dishes. Friends: If Columbus hadn’t discovered the Americas, we wouldn’t eat tomatoes. However, it is a historical…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Gnocchi Blunders – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer, Walter’s Cooking School The 7 mistakes to avoid and one practical tip Friends: Imagine a humble little dumpling, a staple of Italian grandmothers for centuries, embodying the essence of comfort food. These are gnocchi. The name seems to hint at their character, possibly rolling off the tongue from words…
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