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Istanbul Sofra, Pittsburgh, PA

Many different restaurants have occupied the space at 7600 Forbes Avenue in Regent Square. One of the busiest intersections in Pittsburgh, it would …

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Pico De Gallo Recipe

Pico De Gallo Gallo Recipe   In Mexican cuisine, pico de gallo, also called salsa fresca, is a fresh, uncooked salad made from …

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Ardent Goods Handcrafted Grilling Furniture

    Are you a hard-core grilling enthusiast?  I am, even during those brutal winter months.  My neighbors often give me strange looks …

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Nola on the Square, Pittsburgh, PA

  Our grueling holiday work was done at the club for the season, and we needed to unwind, and celebrate. Amanda (one of …

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Avocado Gazpacho

I’m a HUGE fan of the avocado. If I were ever going to get a tattoo, it would be of this delicious, rich, oily fruit. Avocados are rich and luxurious… they go well on sandwiches, omelets, and salads. This avocado gazpacho recipe is perfect for those warm summer days when you’re craving soup, and want something to cool your palate.

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Asian Dipping Sauce

Asian Dipping Sauce

I’ve been making an Asian Dipping Sauce at the club lately that goes very well with seared Ahi tuna. It’s sweet, tangy, and delicious of most types of fish, and shrimp.

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Tapenade Recipe

Tapenade is a Provencal dish that is made with chopped, or pureed olives, capers, anchovies, and olive oil. I’ve added a few additional ingredients to my recipe- it’s great served on crostini, or with fresh vegetables.

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Thanksgiving Day Turkey Recipe

Thanksgiving Day Turkey Recipe – Cooks and Eats

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Kitchen Essentials for the Holidays

Kitchen Essentials for the Holidays

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Salmon Salad

Salmon Salad

Do you like tuna salad? Well, salmon salad is even better. Whenever I fabricate salmon for grilling or pan-searing, I always have various parts left-over. I never throw this extra salmon away… it’s too valuable!

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