Salt-baked fish. The first thing that comes to mind is, “Will it be salty?” The answer is, NO. You have a perfectly seasoned, flavored, juicy fish that is just waiting to be devoured. I love pickling and wanted an “island” vibe with this dish so decided to do escovitch veggies. The veggies were perfectly crisp, …
It is the start of the week and I hope everyone is having a good day. I have some good news! Earlier in January, I submitted my recipe, Pickled Beets & Goat Cheese Salad With Pistachios to The Taste of SF and they picked mine as the winner! Check out the link! This journey of …
Hi, I’m Jacob Allen, and I’m excited to share my Chicken Tikka Masala recipe. It’s more than just food; it reminds me of my college days with friends, eating and studying together late into the night. In college, my friends and I loved cooking new dishes to spice up our meals. One day, we found …
Hi, I’m Jacob Allen from the Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I want to share the recipe for a sweet and creamy dessert named Fresas con Crema. When I was young, my grandma made Fresas con Crema for us in the summer. The creamy texture and fresh strawberries always made us happy. It became a …
Comfort in a bowl – that’s what pastina means to me. This tiny star-shaped pasta, no bigger than a grain of rice, holds a special place in Italian cuisine and in the hearts of anyone who’s ever been soothed by its simple goodness. Growing up in an Italian-American household, pastina was our cure-all. Feeling under …
Hey there, I am Jacob Allen from Beyond The Bayou Blog, your friendly cocktail enthusiast! Today, I mixed up a batch of classic Boulevardier cocktails that never fail to bring a smile to my face. There is something about the blend of bourbon, Campari, and sweet vermouth that just warms my heart. As I was …
Hello everyone! It’s Jacob Allen from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m very excited to share my take on a timeless classic: Ambrosia Salad. In my busy kitchen, I’m getting ready to cook up one of my absolute favorites: Ambrosia Salad. It’s a recipe I’ve perfected over time, and every time I make it, it …
Hi, I am Jacob Allen From Beyond the Bayou Blog. I made Focaccia Recipe today. It’s yummy with tender Chicken, fragrant herbs, and fluffy bread. While making the dough, I remembered my trip to Italy. I tried real Chicken Focaccia with Ham Soup made by a chef in a cute Tuscan town. It was so …
This rustic veggie medley has been a staple in my kitchen for years, and for good reason – it’s the perfect way to showcase summer’s bounty. Ratatouille’s origins can be traced back to the sun-drenched fields of Nice, where farmers would gather their freshest produce to create a hearty, wholesome meal. While the traditional recipe …
Sushi bake is a deconstructed version of traditional sushi, served casserole-style and baked in the oven. It typically consists of layers of seasoned sushi rice, a mixture of seafood (often crab or salmon), and a creamy, savory topping made from mayonnaise, cream cheese, and sriracha. It has quickly become a favorite in my kitchen, transforming …