Food News and Tips
Tryon NC Personal Chef - Chef Patricia
Gardening for Life Project
Although I am now officially a Texan I still have very strong ties to the Foothills and will continue to send out Newsletters that I feel support the community. Over a year ago my friend and genius gardener Corrie Woods, embarked on a journey with a few friends to...
Food Trends and New Healthy Foods You Have to Try!
It’s that time of year when most folks decide that they need to clean up their diets and reset their health goals. Most of you have already shifted your diets to less meat and dairy, no gluten, less salt and sugar, more vegetables and a focus on adding more protein....
Give Back This Holiday Season – Outreach Ministries
Give to families in need in Polk County … Do you have shelves full of food items that you just never get to using – a refrigerator that is overflowing? If you are like most families you do. In fact, the waste is so huge in America’s kitchens that most families waste...
November Newsletter 2022 – Biazzo
Over the years, I have featured just a few local restaurants, but I am so excited to introduce you to Biazzo! Owner Brian Frascino from New York has opened an Authentic Gourmet Italian Sandwich Shop and Deli in Landrum. All the Subs are served on Artisan Rolls and the...
Tips for Cooking Chicken Breasts Perfectly and Chicken Parmesan Recipe
November Newsletter I know Turkey is top of mind this month but Chicken is the number one protein for American Meat Eaters! Not only is it a healthier choice than Beef but check out so many other reasons to reduce your Beef...
San Marzano Tomatoes and Marinara Recipe
As your Chef, my #1 priority is to use the finest ingredients I can find to craft your meals. A true pantry staple that is woven into so many of my recipes are San Marzano Tomatoes! One of the most distinctive traits is the rich sweet taste that other canned tomatoes...
Fall in the Air Makes You Think About Soups!
Having worked in several commercial kitchens, it always surprised me that most Chefs hate to make soup so they always dumped that responsibility onto me! Not only did I hone my knife skills, but my love for creating soups blossomed into over 40 recipes and continues...
Spotlight Local Business Update
It’s been a long time coming, but Tryon is finally going to have an authentic seafood restaurant! Not surprisingly, the genius behind this new restaurant is none other than Katie and Don of Katie D’s NY Bagels and Deli . Having made that business a success, they...
Chef tools, trends and products you may not know about!
I’m constantly on the hunt for new products, tools and trends and wanted to share my latest finds with you, so check them out… Flavor Boosters: Furikake Rice Seasoning - from Japan, Furikake is frequently used to top rice, fish, and vegetables. It's...
Take the Time to Grate Your Cheese!
One of the many benefits of having your very own personal chef is knowing that I not only try to create a balanced dish but take great care into buying quality ingredients. With that said, keeping up on what is happening with the food supply chain and food sourcing...
Velvet Cauliflower Soup
Ingredients: 1-2 heads cauliflower depending on the size leaves trimmed 8 tablespoons butter, cut into 8 pieces maybe more 3-4 potatoes peeled and quartered, I like Yukon gold 2-3 shallots, roughly chopped *can use 1 medium onion or 1 leek sliced and rinsed ½ cup...
How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti Squash is an integral part of several of my menus and I have been asked repeatedly what’s the best way to cook it. Truthfully, it’s taken me some time to master the process as I used to cook the squash way to long and it became watery and mushy. Once you’ve...
Mushrooms and All Their Benefits plus Sautéed Mushrooms Recipe Tips
For most vegetarians, mushrooms are a staple. Not only do they mimic the texture of meat, but they contain so many health benefits.In addition to their health benefits they are amazingly versatile and insanely flavorful! As you likely know, fresh mushrooms have a...
Start the New Year Off with Yoga
My blogs are always centered around food but there is a definite connection to wellness when you combine the right diet with the right exercise! That word exercise means different things to different people but Yoga is one of the most universal ways to stay in shape...
Chef Tips for a Perfect Holiday Celebration
With a little planning, this might be your best holiday yet! Tip #1: For a successful celebration “Keep it Simple.”Here is a formula that works for appetizers: 2-2-2. I recommend six items: two store bought, two semi-homemade and two homemade. That lets you take time...
My Secret for Cooking Shrimp!
Due to where we live, I’m limited in getting good quality seafood consistently, but I can get beautiful wild caught North Carolina shrimp. The good news is shrimp and related prawns have so much versatility. They are the perfect candidate for entrees, salads, tacos,...
Food Adventures and the Pasta Station!
Like most Chef’s, I rarely eat my own food, so I have to have places that not only inspire me but make me happy to enjoy a meal I didn’t make! For those of you that haven’t visited my Food Adventures page, check it out!But this Newsletter is about a treasure I found...
Lemon Parmesan Herb Breadcrumbs Recipe and Some Recommended Chef Patty Products!
Part of my service is to create a total experience for my clients. In doing so, I am constantly on the lookout for items that have loads of flavor and pair up with what I am featuring! These items may be store bought, semi-homemade or homemade. I spend lots of time...
Chef Patricia
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