By Mike Stines Almost every cuisine has its variety of piquant fish… from ceviche to spicy soups to pan-fried fish. And most recipes – even humble fish and chips – can be adapted to add a spice component. Sichuan Shrimp This recipe makes an impressive entrée that is easy to prepare, yet elegant in its presentation. Szechwan Shrimp 1/4 cup …
Lamb: It’s Not Just for Easter Anymore
By Mike Stines, Ph.B. Roast lamb with mint jelly is a classic fancy meal for Easter, but lamb – cooked in a variety of ways – is great anytime of the year. Lamb, hogget and mutton are all sheep, the difference being the age of the animal. “Lamb” is the term for a sheep under one year old (also known …
Winter Shrimp Festival
By Mike Stines, Barbecue Editor It’s winter, and time for comfort foods. Although casseroles and slow-cooked food are always a good choice, shrimp are very versatile and easy to prepare, making them ideal for a somewhat elegant dinner. With this compilation, the globe is covered; from Asia for Chinese Stir-Fry Shrimp with Asparagus and Chile-Garlic Sauce to New Orleans …
The Mongols are Coming!
Story and Photos by Sharon Hudgins Actually they’re already here. Mongol cuisine—or dishes dubbed “Mongolian”—has taken the world by storm, like a horde of horse-mounted warriors galloping out of Central Asia on a global raiding party. Mongolian barbecue. Mongolian hot pot. Jingisukan (I’ll bet you can figure that one out). From hole-in-the-wall mom-and-pop joints to look-alike chain restaurants to elegant …
Hatch Me If You Can
Story and Photos by Harald Zoschke Come to New Mexico in late summer, and you can’t escape its state fruit: What oranges are to Florida, chile is to New Mexico. The famous pepper is one of the defining ingredients of New Mexican Cuisine. While our perceived chile pepper color is red, a significant part of the harvest is picked, …



