National Avocado Day

avocado hummus

Queso Verde Avocado Hummus Recipe: Natallia Nice This deliciously bright dip combines creamy hummus with our zesty, earthy Queso Verde dip for a refreshingly light twist on a classic.  Ingredients 1 Can (15 oz.) Chickpeas 3 Avocados 2 Tbsp. Tahini 1 tsp. Garlic Powder LifeSpice Queso Verde Seasoning, to taste Olive Oil, to taste Lime […]

National Tequila Day

orange cocktail

Irn Bru Spritz Recipe: Renan Lopes This refreshing spritz features Irn Bru, a popular Scottish soda with bright, refreshing flavors reminiscent of orange cream soda and bubblegum. Irn Bru is available at a number of international markets in the US, as well as online retailers like Amazon. Try Irn Bru in this delicious cocktail, or […]

National French Fries Day

french fries with toppings

Loaded Hurricane Fries Recipe: Natallia Nice Ingredients 1 lbs. frozen French fries (crinkle-cut or shoestring) 1-2 Tbs. LifeSpice Whoosh! Hurricane Fry Seasoning ½ cup teriyaki glaze (store-bought or homemade) ½ cup sriracha mayo (store-bought or homemade) Seaweed Flakes for sprinkling Method Bake or fry the French fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy. […]

Pizza Day in Brazil

pizza with chicken and cheese

A Brief History of Pizza in Brazil The history of pizza in Brazil is celebrated every year on July 10. Pizza first arrived in Brazil through Italian Immigrants who settled in Sao Paulo City, which is where the first pizzas in the country were made for sale. Traditionally, the most common pizzas were mozzarella and […]

National Fried Chicken Day

fried chicken platter

Fried Chicken Pickle Tenders Recipe: Renan Lopes Ingredients Marinade 2 lbs Chicken tenders 1.5 C Buttermilk 1.5 tsp Kosher Salt 1/4 C Pickle Juice breading 1.5 C All-Purpose Flour 1.5 tsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Kosher Salt 3 Tbsp Buttermilk Dill Pickle Seasoning, to taste Method In a bowl, combine salt, tenders, pickle juice, and […]

4th of July Recipes

ribs on cooling rack

Brisket Burnt Ends Recipe by renan lopes Ingredients 1 whole Brisket 1/4 Cup Salt, Kosher 1/4 Cup cracked Black Pepper 1 tbsp Granulated Garlic 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar 1 Cup Barbecue sauce of choice Mesquite wood chips Method Preheat smoker to 255F. Mix salt, black pepper, and granulated garlic, and rub on the brisket. Smoke […]

Festa Junina

grilled pineapple

Grilled Cinnamon & Sugar Pineapple Recipe: Renan Lopes Ingredients 1 Pineapple 1 Cup Brown Sugar 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Method Peel and core the pineapple, and preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Combine the brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Cut the peeled pineapple into wedges, coat the pineapple wedges with the dry seasoning […]

Pickle Martini

pickle martini

Pickle Martini Recipe: Natallia Nice Ingredients 2 oz Gin or Vodka (your choice of martini base) 1 oz Pickle Brine ½ oz Extra Dry Vermouth Dill Pickle Seasoning, for rimming the glass Cornichons and Olives, for garnish Method Moisten the rim of a chilled martini glass with a bit of pickle brine. Dip the rim […]

Dia dos Namorados

Brigadeiro Recipe: Renan Lopes Celebrate Dia dos Namorados (Valentine’s Day in Brazil) with Brigadeiros, a smooth, creamy, bite-sized chocolate treat popular in Brazil. Ingredients 1 tb Butter, Unsalted 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk 1/4 C Cocoa Powder 1 C Chocolate Sprinkles Method In a pot over low heat, melt the butter, sweetened condensed milk, and […]

National Cheese Day

seasoned cheese ball

Everything Bagel Cheese Ball Recipe: Natallia Nice Ingredients 16 oz Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature 1 1/2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese 1/4 Cup Sour Cream A few dashes of Worcestershire Sauce 3 Tbsp Everything Bagel seasoning, plus more for coating Method In a stand mixer or large bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, […]