What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Summertime Dinner Spotlights Grilled Shrimp
By Clay Purdy This combination never fails to please on a warm summer evening. And we’ve sure had many of those. It includes one of my favorites from Marcella […]
Gumbo Life: Tales from the Roux Bayou, Rich in History and Flavor
By Clay Purdy Chicagoan Ken Wells has invented an alternate form of autobiography: a memoir with recipes. Gumbo Life: Tales from the Roux Bayou is 250 pages of nothing but […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Herb-Roasted Chicken Flavors a Bed of Vegetables
It’s spring according to the calendar, but these brisk days call for this delicious roast chicken. Prepared on a bed of onions, celery and carrots, and stuffed with fresh thyme, […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Pork Roast Worthy of the Year of the Pig
By Bob Benenson According to the Chinese zodiac, we have just entered the Year of the Pig. So I feel kind of honored to be able to celebrate with a […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Hearts of Meatloaf
Nothing says “I love you” more than a heart-shaped meatloaf. It’s not too late to dash to the grocery and pick up a pre-made meatloaf mix (typically in the deli section), […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Chicken and Tangy Olives in a Ligurian Favorite
By M.D. Walters My first culinary excursion was to the colorful Italian Riviera, curving along the beautiful, blue Mediterranean Sea. Just south of Genoa, the pink, blue and yellow stucco […]
Favorite Old Recipes Bring Back Happy Memories
What better time is there than after the holidays to clean your closets and drawers? I was inspired—only to be gobsmacked with all the piles of paper. If you’re like […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Cheese, Charcuterie and More
By Gloria Rosemarin What better time than the holiday season to think creatively about food? I was planning my usual appetizers for Thanksgiving when I came across #ainttooproudtomeg on Instagram and […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? For a Light Meal, Meze to the Rescue
By George J. Tanber You ate a larger-than-normal lunch and want something light for dinner. Tired of salads? Looking for something different that’s tasty yet simple? Two easy-to-make Middle Eastern […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Halloween Pumpkins – Meatloaf Style
Before the kids head out to trick or treat, give them a hearty lunch or early dinner. These festive and tasty pumpkins are loaded with good stuff like ground turkey, […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Luscious Linguine with Shrimp Scampi
By M.D. Walters Plans for a hearty fall dinner with friends usually don’t include bright, lemony shrimp scampi with linguine. But it came as a special request from a friend […]
What’s Cooking at Third Coast? Homemade Pizza: Ideal for any Night
By Clay Purdy Making your own pizza is not only easy, it’s fun and tastes as good as any you’ll find in your local pizza restaurant. I’ve found that […]