Mardi Gras Shrimp

Found this hearty, spicy Louisiana dish on creolecontessa.com‘s site. Relatively simple to put-together and super easy to eat! Add potatoes and corn on the cob for an even more complete meal. Not into real spicy? No worries. Just adjust the...

El Mariachi – Feeding Rockville Centre for FORTY YEARS!

Watching Johnny behind the bar at El Mariachi, located at 213 Sunrise Highway is nothing short of amazing. The man’s stamina is incredible. He serves Margaritas not only with a smile, but with swift one liners as well. His young comrade Pedro keeps up the banter and the two men work at a frenzied pace […]

Vegetarian Chili For Those Cold, Winter Nights!

Living with a vegetarian certainly has its challenges, but I must admit living with him has definitely allowed me to expand my palate. I have always been wary of meat substitutes but I think the Morning Star Crumbles have me fooled. I made this vegetarian chilli recently, and I must admit, it was mighty tasty. […]

Roasted Tomato Soup with Garlic

There’s something about tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches that trigger memories of lunchtime as a kid.  This version is a tad more grown-up using roasted tomatoes, herbs and sauteed garlic.

Easy Mac-n-Cheese on the Stovetop

So easy, you can have your kids make it… takes little time and tastes similar, yet far better than that popular box-brand.  Extremely creamy, extremely cheesy!

FHOO ASIAN BISTRO – The Decor is Almost as Delectable As The Food!

Thanks to Groupon, I had a delicious evening at the local Fhoo Asian Bistro, located at 294 Sunrise Highway. I have been here many times before and the decor never ceases to amaze me. Rumor has it the design of the restaurant cost millions of dollars! There is a very large, hip bar as you […]

Juicy, Gooey Nacho Burgers

Leave it to Bobby Flay to come up with this crazy, tasty, A M A Z I N G beef patty. It’s gooey, it’s juicy, and even a bit crunchy. If you are going to grill a burger… might as well make it the BEST burger!

Cajun Crab & Corn Chowda

A spicy chunky soup for crab lovers.  Just a spoonful will transport you to Bayou Country.  Serve with warm buttermilk biscuits to soak up every morsel.