Whiskey Kick

Whiskey Kick

Every June the biggest Rodeo in the west happens here in Reno. Pretty much the whole town gets involved and everyone runs “rodeo” sales and specials. I worked all 10 days and by the last night I was ready to get back to my normal…

Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche

Shrimp and Scallop Ceviche

Ceviche is the perfect summer food.  It’s cold and refreshing, but also packed with protein and vibrant in color.  Eat it with chips, a spoon, seriously whatever your heart desires.  You can’t go wrong.  All I know is I can’t have mine without a bit…

Jamaican Jerk Shrimp Cakes

Jamaican Jerk Shrimp Cakes

If you love crab cakes, then these are going to be right up your alley.  Crab gets expensive to eat regularly, but swapping crab for shrimp in this recipe allows you to enjoy these little guys any dang time you want.  How great is that?! …

Jamaican Jerk Sauce and Marinade

Jamaican Jerk Sauce and Marinade

Caribbean food is up there as far as flavor goes.  They are in no way afraid of flavor, spices, or heat.  Their food is always packed full of flavor you wouldn’t think it’s possible to use one more ingredient.  Somehow, they’ve perfected impactful flavor combinations…

Frozen Peach Bellini

Frozen Peach Bellini

We are smack in the middle of the hottest month here in Nevada, so I decided to make a frozen cocktail to cool off. This is cold, refreshing and fruity which just screams summer! It is very easy to make so you can whip up…

Unconventional Chicken Enchiladas

Unconventional Chicken Enchiladas

Enchiladas are one of those meals that people think take a lot of work to put together, but are actually quite simple.  I like making them because I can make them once and then the family can eat them for the week.  That makes my…