Father's Day Feast, Y'all

This is going to be a different kind of post. No recipes. Just a sort of gratuitous write-up about the five-course (10-item) feast I made for my family on Father’s Day. Needless to say, it was a very satisfying experience for me – and my folks, of course. While this won’t be a strict “how-to” post, I definitely will be talking about my inspirations, the ingredients and some of the methods and techniques I used.

Well, let’s get right to it!

Everything's Peachy | RECIPE: Peach Cinnamon Rolls

As I alluded to in the first cinnamon roll post, cinnamon rolls are a constant staple in my home. I’ve made them many a time – too many to count. Nowadays, whenever I make the rolls, I try to always add a different spin to it. With the plain cinnamon roll dough as a blank canvas, I use different fillings (in addition to the standard melted butter and cinnamon sugar) as the colours to paint a deliciously pretty picture. I’ve tried different variations, using fruits, nuts and chocolate as the varying fillings – all with great results.

I'm Bananas For Bananas | RECIPE: Chocolate-Frosted Banana Cake

There’s this running joke in my family that bananas are my best friend. Cue laughter. But wait, why shouldn’t they be? They appear to always be smiling. They attentively listen to me and never interrupt. And they contribute to my overall feelings of well-being by giving me the best gifts. But should friends be eaten? Well, thanks to the work of global agriculture as soon as one friend bids their final adieu, another shows right up filling the exact same role without fail, so what's there to regret?

Break Out Of The Peperoni Pizza Box! | RECIPE: Jerk Chicken & Green Pepper Pizza + Pizza Dough + Pizza Sauce

I love unusual pairings!

As I mentioned on the About page, experimentation is the name of my cooking game. I’m not afraid to add new and “nonstandard” ingredients in my dishes if I so feel the inclination. Don’t be afraid to experiment. Have you always wondered how a certain ingredient might taste if added to a certain dish? Well go for it. Needless to say, one must exercise appropriate discretion while testing out a new twist to a tried and true dish.

The Best Cinnamon Rolls Ever! Yes, Really! | RECIPE: Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls

Move over Cinnabon, there’s a new cinnamon roll in town. And it’s just as succulent, mouth-watering and decadent.

Now, I know the post title may reek of good old-fashioned hyperbole, but these cinnamon rolls really are great. I really haven’t craved Cinnabon cinnamon rolls ever since I started making these. They’re just that good. Which is why they are perfect for my inaugural blog post.