Grilling Tips
With grilling season in full swing, our Food Guru, Tony, recently shared some of his best barbecue tips with WGN News. If you want to make the best burger, check this out! Tip #1 Roll meat into 8 oz or 10 oz balls, do not press hard. Form the balls into patties with a fork. […]
Patrick’s Picks: Christmas in July
California Variety Melons are in Season. One stand out is the Santa Claus Melon (also known as a Toad Melon, because of its skin). Santa Claus Melons are one of the few melons that can be stored for 4-5 months or until Christmas (hence its name). This melon is super sweet and only harvested until […]
Patrick’s Picks: Aquaponic Lettuce
Chicago Botanic Garden’s Farm on Ogden grows lettuce in their incredible aquaponic growing system, right in Chicago. These lettuces are grown with the assistance of fish (Tilapia in this case), in a sustainable water system. Check it out here.
Patrick’s Picks: Blueberries
Michigan Blueberries from Mick Klug Farms are in today!! Third generation family farm out of Saint Joseph, has been farming for 91 years. Coming in a 1 pint these will be here for about 3 months. Store in the refrigerator, good for 4-5 days, wash right before eating. Perfect time to make that Pie, oh […]
Patrick’s Picks: Watermelon
Indiana watermelons are in and just in time for the 4th of July weekend! Ripe, Fresh and DEEElicious. I promise you you’re going to eat these up!!!
Patrick’s Picks: Pluots
If you like plums, you’re in for a real treat, Pluots are now available! Pluots are a hybrid between an apricot and a plum, that was developed in the 80’s. Store them in a refrigerator, but not for too long (watch my video to find out why). To ripen, let them sit out for a […]
Patrick’s Picks: Red Seedless Grapes
California Grapes are in full swing. My favorite is the Red Seedless. Did you know that Red Seedless Grapes weren’t even a thing until 1950’s? Most of the varieties grown for consumers today are seedless. Green, Red & Black being the most popular. Store in the refrigerator, freeze for a great refreshing snack!
Patrick’s Picks: Portabella Mushrooms
For me there is nothing better than a grilled portabella mushroom. I grill them all summer long, making a perfect plant-based cheese burger! They are delicious!! Our mushrooms come from River Valley Ranch in Burlington, Wisconsin. A great, local, third generation family farm. [wprm-recipe id=”3950″]
Patrick’s Picks: Peaches & Nectarines
Stone fruit is in full swing now! Last week it was Cherries, this week is Peaches and Nectarines!! Have you ever tried grilled peaches? First, I get the grill hot. I cut a peach in wedges and brush a little canola oil on it and put it on the grill for 1 minute on each […]
Own the Grill: Hot Dogs & Sausages
Hot Dog & Sausage Tips & Tricks How to grill a great hot dog? Some of the local iconic hot stands in Chicago are famous for their Char Dogs (think Wiener Circle). You can replicate this at home on your own. Some simple tips. Most all hot dogs are fully cooked already, all your […]