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The Secret Ingredient

MacGyver® Recipes for a Pandemic

We usually post every other week, but during these challenging times, we’re trying to come up with something helpful, supportive or entertaining each week. This week, we thought we’d lighten things up…

Stick-to-Your Ribs Weather

by Kassandra Lamb (on behalf of the whole gang) As the weather gets cooler (and yes, it’s even cooler down here in Florida now), one has the urge to eat something hot…

What’s Your Favorite Holiday?

by Kassandra Lamb Independence Day has always been my second favorite holiday, Christmas being the first. But now I think July 4th is edging toward first place. When I was a kid,…

Happy Memorial Day! (with recipes)

by Kassandra Lamb (on behalf of the whole gang) Memorial Day in the U.S. is all about honoring the men and women in our armed forces, past and present. And most especially…

Fine Dining, Mashup Style

During these long winter months, a lot of folks enjoy getting together for meals and entertainment.  So let’s take a look at the subject of:  Fine Dining And this isn’t just your…

pumpkin pie surrounded by pumpkins

The Secret Ingredient–Some Autumn and Holiday Treats

Every few weeks, the misterio press authors do a joint post. Today, we thought we’d share some of our favorite stick-to-your-ribs, cold weather dishes and some ideas for holiday meals and treats.…

The Mystery of the Grilled Brie and Chocolate Sandwich

In the Riga Hayworth series of paranormal mystery novels, there’s lots of magic, lots of wine, and a definite appreciation for food. But metaphysical detective Riga Hayworth is too busy solving paranormal…

A Spam burger with pineapple ring

Ukuleles, Grass Skirts and…Spam?

What comes to mind when you think of quintessential Hawaiian flavors? Pineapple, coconut, maybe poi? Well, add Spam–that salty, slightly greasy, canned “meat product” from Hormel Foods of Austin, Minnesota–to the list.…