Food Styla

Bagels are an iconic New York City food: boiled, then baked hand-shaped, round rolls with a hole in the middle. It is a small and dense bread with a malty flavor and a dark, shiny, and crunchy exterior which should snap when bitten into it. Originally, they were brought to the United States by Jewish …

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Greek pizza was created by Greek immigrants in Boston, in the late 1960s. It is characterized by its thick, wettish dough, greasy cheese, and tomato sauce with a strong taste of oregano. This type of pizza is usually baked in a heavily greased pan, which results in a lacy, crisp edge and fried bottom crust. …

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Italian beef is a popular Chicagoan sandwich consisting of thinly sliced, seasoned layers of roast beef in a dense and chewy Italian-style roll, topped with either pickled giardiniera relish or roasted green bell peppers. The sandwich is typically dipped in jus – on one end, both ends, or completely soaked in the flavorful gravy.   Additionally, mozzarella or cheddar …

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An ice cream float is a beverage consisting of ice cream that is placed in a soft, fizzy drink. One of the most popular varieties of the beverage is a root beer float. The origins of ice cream floats date back to the 19th century. It was invented in Philadelphia by Robert Green, a soda …

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The intriguing fortune cookies are crispy folded wafers hiding an entertaining “fortune” inside. The “fortune” is a written note; a proverb or a universal prophecy believed to predict the person’s future. The cookies are made with egg whites, flour, sesame oil, and sugar, and have a slight vanilla flavor.   They are rolled in flat, …

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American lobster (lat. Homarus americanu), also known as Maine lobster, Atlantic lobster, Canadian lobster, true lobster, northern lobster, and Canadian Reds, is considered the heaviest crustacean in the world, and can be found along the Atlantic coast of North America.   It usually reaches 8-24 inches (20-60 cm) and there are several color variants, but it’s typically blueish green or brown-red. …

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General Tso’s chicken is a Chinese-American sweet and spicy dish consisting of chicken dices that are first deep-fried, then stir-fried together with ginger, garlic, scallions, and hot chili peppers in a sauce made from sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and rice wine.   Although named after General Tso Tsungtang, the dish has no real-life connection …

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Chimichanga is a wrapped, deep-fried flour tortilla filled with a variety of ingredients such as shredded chicken, beef, rice, beans, onions, and cheese. Although the dish is especially popular in the Mexican regions of Sinaloa and Sonora, most people believe that chimichanga was either invented in a Tucson restaurant or in a Phoenix restaurant in …

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The Ultimate Easy Beef Enchilada Recipe with a smoky enchilada sauce and covered in cheese! These Beef Enchiladas scream comfort food – a homemade recipe that’s perfect for a crowd and guaranteed to please! Easy Beef Enchiladas Enchiladas were always my go to item when we would go out for dinner. You can’t beat anything …

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A Quick & Easy Homemade Raspberry Jam Recipe done in 15 minutes with only 5 ingredients. This low sugar Raspberry Jam is naturally sweetened with honey and made without Pectin – it’s absolutely delicious! Easy Homemade Raspberry Jam One of my sons favorite breakfasts in the morning is plain yogurt with a scoop of raspberry …

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These garlic parmesan sheet pan shrimp with zucchini and juicy cherry tomatoes are a go-to recipe if you love quick, easy clean-up dinners. They’re super light, delicious, low carb and topped with freshly grated parmesan for the perfect bite. Why You’ll Love This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Recipe These garlic parmesan shrimp are so quick and …

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A Creamy Lemon Tart Recipe with an almond crust shell. This easy lemon tart is made with cream cheese, yogurt, lemon juice and naturally sweetened with maple syrup! It makes the perfect light dessert! So. Funny story about this tart. I made it during spring break week. I know that doesn’t sound funny. But to …

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This Strawberry Grilled Chicken Salad is made with juicy strawberries, mandarin oranges, blueberries and grilled chicken. It’s drizzled with a homemade Honey Mustard salad dressing and is an easy dinner idea you’re sure to love! Looking for a salad made with shredded chicken breast? Try my easy classic chicken salad recipe. Strawberry Grilled Chicken Salad …

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Filled with fresh green beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy goat cheese and more, this Ribeye Steak Salad is one of those feel-good meals you can’t resist. The homemade balsamic vinaigrette complements every part of it perfectly! The Best Steak Salad with Homemade Dressing If you live in Texas, chances are you’ve been to Saltgrass Steakhouse. …

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The Best Hummingbird Cake Recipe you’ll ever make, slathered with a light Cream Cheese Frosting. This twist on a classic homemade cake is filled with pineapple, bananas and cinnamon. Light, moist and beyond flavorful – it’s a must make for Easter or Mothers Day! The Best Hummingbird Cake Hummingbird Cake! Have you had it before? …

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Easy Smoked Salmon Cucumber Tea Sandwiches slathered with an herb cream cheese. These tea sandwiches are guaranteed to be a hit! Simple to make, refreshing and perfect for Mothers Day, Easter or your next party! Smoked Salmon Cucumber Sandwiches Whew! Gosh y’all I’m exhausted and quickly realizing that we did not plan the return portion …

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Healthy Chocolate Banana Muffins naturally sweetened with maple syrup and with only 115 calories. These moist banana muffins have swirls of chocolate and banana in each bite. They are easy to make – perfect for breakfast, weekend brunch or a snack.   Well, this one took a couple of times. But I got it. To …

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These Ham & Cheese Mini Quiches are easy to make and so delicious! Cheesy bites wrapped in flaky phyllo dough. They’re perfect for Sunday Brunch or as holiday appetizers!   Ham and Cheese Mini Quiches Well, right now I’m relaxing on the beach. Mike and I are in the Bahamas and loving every second of …

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This Coconut Milk Thai Iced Coffee is the coffee recipe you never knew you needed, but won’t be able to live without! A must have iced coffee recipe for summer. A refreshing and creamy maple sweetened ice coffee that’s totally addicting. Thai Iced Coffee with Coconut Milk An Easy Coconut Milk Thai Iced Coffee Recipe …

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