Growing up in an Indonesian household, coconut rice was something that always found its way onto the table. It wasn’t an everyday side dish, but it often made an appearance during family gatherings, celebrations, and special occasions. The aroma of coconut milk gently simmering with […]
Author: Winny Hayes
Fall-Off-the-Bone Sticky Asian Ribs (Better Than Takeout!)
Whenever my family goes to a Chinese restaurant, there’s a good chance I’m ordering the sticky ribs if they’re on the menu. There’s just something about that combination of tender pork coated in a rich, glossy sauce that’s impossible to resist. The meat is so […]
Classic Louisiana Maque Choux
One of the first Louisiana dishes I ever made was maque choux, and honestly, it felt like the perfect introduction to Cajun cooking. Some Louisiana recipes can seem a little intimidating with long ingredient lists or techniques like making a roux, but this one couldn’t […]
Creamy Southern Grits
Growing up in the South, grits have always been one of those comfort foods that can fit into just about any meal. While it’s often thought of as a breakfast staple, I make it just as often for dinner because they’re the perfect alternative to […]
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
I first heard about Nashville Hot Chicken all over social media when it was going viral. Every restaurant seemed to have its own version, so naturally I had to see what all the hype was about. I even took my kids to several different restaurants […]
Memphis BBQ Spaghetti
Memphis BBQ Spaghetti is one of the city’s most iconic foods. If you’ve never had spaghetti loaded with chopped pulled pork in a smoky BBQ tomato sauce, you’re in for a treat. Only in Memphis could someone take two comfort food classics and combine them […]
