by Kathy Casey | Jun 2, 2016 | Dishing with Kathy Casey Blog
It was not long ago that ciders were far and few between, but now, ciders are popping up everywhere across the country. From dry, tiny bubble-style (like a fine French Champagne) to spiced, and fruit-forward (think pear or raspberry, and even chai). There’s something...
by Kathy Casey | May 26, 2016 | Dishing with Kathy Casey Blog
Nothing says Pacific Northwest like salmon, and it’s that time of year again when this rich, delicious local gem is readily available. Bring on the summer sun, its salmon-cooking season! D’lish Salmon! (Photo courtesy of Alaska Seafood Marketing) There are several...
by Kathy Casey | May 20, 2016 | Dishing with Kathy Casey Blog
The days are longer and the sun is shining. It’s time to think about a summer vegetable garden and what to plant. So what grows best here in the Pacific Northwest? Well, now is the time to plant those pole beans. Have you ever made a pole bean tee pee?...
by Kathy Casey | May 13, 2016 | Dishing with Kathy Casey Blog
Everyone loves a great margarita! It’s been popular in the U.S. since the early 50’s, and there are a lot of opinions on what makes a great margarita. Poppy’s Margarita from my book Sips & Apps that features a housemade Spicy Chipotle-Lime Sour A classic...
by Kathy Casey | May 6, 2016 | Dishing with Kathy Casey Blog
I love adding a touch of zing to dishes, punching up the flavor. Like a squeeze of lime, and a sprinkling of cumin and chili flakes on grilled fish or a fresh zesting of lemon over steamed asparagus. Now you probably have your own favorite seasoning or rub, or maybe...
by Kathy Casey | Apr 28, 2016 | Dishing with Kathy Casey Blog
Spring is definitely here when you see the vibrant stalks of rhubarb piled up at grocers and farmers markets. Rhubarb stalks range in various colors from pale green, sometimes speckled with pink, to fully pink and bright red. The color depends on the variety and is...