Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we will offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems). Spinelli’s Market looks quaintly old-fashioned for a 28-year-old, and that’s part of its appeal. The Park Hill deli plays the stately anchor on its strip of 23rd Avenue, complemented by the Cherry Tomato Italian restaurant and, across the street, Honey Hill Cafe. Despite its relative youth, Spinelli’s has a lived-in feel and recipes that seem to span generations, thanks to founders Jerry and Mary Ellen Spinelli. They sold the place in 2014, prompting a bit of a...
Welcome to the weekend, my friends! The kids are back in school, mornings are growing cooler, leaves are starting to fall and I am so very excited about all of it. ON THE BLOG this week: Spicy strips of chicken, bell peppers, and onion are cooked together in this oh-so-easy crock-pot recipe for Chicken Fajitas. Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are a meal that you can start in the afternoon and they’ll be ready by the time everyone is hungry in the evening. Rosemary Potatoes are everything I want in a side dish – easy, delicious, and loved by my whole family. We eat these as a side dish for breakfast or for dinner. To say this Blueberry Coconut Bread is a...
Tomato Pie is simply layers of fresh garden tomatoes, shallots, basil and a delicious cheese mixture in a pie crust and baked until golden and bubbly. This savory side dish or appetizer is one of the best ways to use up some of your fresh garden tomatoes. Use a store-bought pie shell, or make your own with my fail-proof pie crust recipe. What is Tomato Pie? Tomato Pie is a tasty traditionally southern dish that is enjoyed all over the world. It’s a savory pie made with chopped fresh garden tomatoes and basil, topped with a creamy mayonnaise/cheese mixture, then baked in a pie crust shell until golden brown and bubbly. Slice and serve it like a pie, warm or...
A day’s foraging for prawns, crabs and mussels is just as delightful as the feast they will yield, says Tom Godber-Ford Moore Tom Godber-Ford Moore; Game Chef; Croyde Beach; Sea Forage; Coastal ForageMaster the art of seafood foraging, and you’ll land yourself with a summer supper to savour, says Tom Godber-Ford Moore. Find out how to make oyster and asparagus fitto misto with black olive dip — a delicious Italian seafood dish to enjoy in the sun. There’s no need to stop for lunch when elevenses with oomph will keep everyone fuelled until supper time. Try Philippa Davis’ heather honey partridge skewers with blue cheese dip. THE JOY OF SEAFOOD FORAGING If you happened to be strolling along the shore...
This tomato onion salad with fresh parsley is the perfect summer salad. It’s fresh, light, and super easy to make! I love to make it for BBQs and potlucks. Why This Recipe Works This tomato onion salad is a staple in our kitchen over the warmer months. The recipe is insanely easy to make and all you need is 10 minutes! And the recipe only calls for very basic and budget-friendly ingredients. When tomatoes are in season, I love to use my own tomatoes from our garden. Make sure to use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. For the dressing, I used an easy combination of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Freshly chopped...
