A Chow's Life

Getting My BBQ — Indoors

As you know, I’m not much on the art of barbecue, but that hasn’t stopped me from dabbling in grilling indoors from time to time. There just doesn’t seem to be much that the sun and my skin can agree upon, so I would rather sacrifice cooking on a grill …

Cooking Basics

Basics of Focaccia Bread

Focaccia bread, with its fragrant aroma and delightful textural nuances, is an Italian staple that has found a cherished place in the hearts (and ovens) of bakers worldwide. But, achieving that signature airy crumb and crisp crust can sometimes seem like a gourmet feat. Here’s where we introduce a dash …

Cooking Basics

French cooking is famous for the mother sauces which can be modified to many many classic sauces. In home kitchens, the foods that branch off into a whole lot of dishes are great to know about for an avid meal planner or a seat of the pants cook feeding a …

Cooking Basics Recipes

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew

No matter how you prepare it, a good stew is always considered comfort food for cold days. It’s also a meal that is packed with hearty ingredients that are just as satisfying any type of weather where you want to feel pampered on a gloomy day. It used to be …

Cooking Basics

Homemade Chocolate Truffles Gift for the Holidays

Many things in life bring back memories when you see familiar items that gave you joy in your younger years. The same applies to the smells and ambiance that make eating such a clear example of the enjoyment of life itself. These smells and aromas instantly trigger a feeling that …