When the weather is cold, my thoughts often turn to gumbo. It is one of the iconic New Orleans dishes. With its infinite number of...

Dry spices and seasoning are a staple in kitchens. What many people don’t realize it that after 6 months, they start to lose their...

It’s time to bring out all those traditional New Year’s Day dishes. The centerpiece of my table is always a ham. It represents prosperity...

Christmas is here. I know all of the presents are bought and wrapped. It’s time to concentrate on the big meal. Whether it’s a turkey,...

Today is a very important day for me. It’s my Dad’s birthday. I only had 11 years with him as he died way too soon. He was a loving,...

I know that everyone is in full swing with their Christmas present shopping. With the prices of everything going up, why not head to the...

I am an avid collector of cookbooks. I was very excited when I saw that Kolette Mandina Ditta was publishing a cookbook with the recipes...

Thanksgiving is almost here. The star of most tables is the turkey. Of course in Cajun country, they have developed a unique way of...

Like an oyster, I wonder who was the first person to look at an artichoke and think that it would have something worth eating inside. The...

When you think of coconut, do you automatically think of desserts? Many people do, which is natural. Adding coconut to any dish will add...

With Halloween being tomorrow, it’s no wonder my mind has turned to many people’s favorite course of a meal, dessert. To me, a meal is...

Many people love to cook but don’t like the cleanup afterwards. Some recipes require multiple pots and bowls to create. Jambalaya is a...

October is a special month for me. The 20th is the day of my wedding anniversary. To celebrate, my wife and I are usually on a cruise....

Walk through the meat department of any grocery store and you will find numerous brands of sausage. From Smoked and Kielbasa to Brats and...

There are numerous sweeteners on grocery market stores these days. My favorite is Steen’s Cane Syrup. Part of the reason is that it’s a...

Football season is here! Whether you are tailgating or just watching on television, you never want to be without your Game Day Snacks. I...

My regular readers know of my love for the Main Street Searcy Farmer’s Market. Every Saturday morning, the freshest produce to be found...

With school underway, parents are looking for quick and easy dishes to cook. Not only quick and easy, but also budget friendly. These...

Time flies when you’re having fun. Today marks another milestone. This is my 200th article with the Daily Citizen. Never in my wildest...

Most everyone has a sweet tooth. Rarely in restaurants these days will you find a dessert served without a sauce on top or on the plate....