Something about garlic just really gets our tastebuds going.. no wonder it is commonly used as a background flavor booster in some of our favorite sauces, stir frys, curries, dips & so much more! In addition to being a captivating kitchen ingredient, it also provides some pretty great health benefits too, which in the year of 2020, we are all in need of! So of course, we have a few tools in our arsenal to make the preparation & storage even more simple & practical. Here's our top picks:

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Risotto is a dish that many love, but tend to shy away from when trying to make it in their own homes because there is a cloud of caution surrounding the dish that makes it seem like a lot to tackle! Well, there has never been a better time to put that myth to rest than in the midst of a worldwide pandemic. The key to a perfect risotto is a starchy rice, flavorful, hot broth or stock, a good wine, fresh herbs & vegetables & a constant, steady stir. IN THIS WEEK'S POST, we'll take you step by step for making a perfect mushroom risotto. After all, September is National Mushroom Month.

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We won't beat around the bush... we had a lot planned for 2020, but a lot of our plans got scrapped when we were hit with a once in a lifetime global pandemic. Who can blame us!? Instead, we are spending a lot more time than we had anticipated binge-watching & enjoying a libation or two.... So we wanted to share our knowledge of perfectly-paired cocktails with the perfect tv show for your streaming enjoyment! Cheers & happy watching!

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As we said yesterday, normalize hearty comfort foods on hot summer days! 🗣👏🏼 For some reason, Beef Stroganoff loaded with mushrooms served over egg noodles was calling our name yesterday despite it being yet another day in the 80s! But you can't help it when the stomach wants what it wants.

Inspired by yesterday's post? Make it at home today!

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Salt is a must-have in the kitchen, obviously, but yet we are still so afraid to use it! Understandably so since you only need about 1/3 tsp of salt a day to keep your body in balance. But salt when used to finish your dish can add a whole new dimension of flavor! Use to season snacks, meals & cocktails.

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