Are you looking for something different for today’s game? Well here is a dip that will satisfy even the most die hard “wing” fan.
I recommend buying a rotisserie chicken from your local supermarket as a great way to save time. 
Enjoy the game and the eating!
Always be cooking!
Chef Rob
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I spent this weekend attending the Be Healthy Boston Expo.A couple other Chef Pals (thanks Laura and Lester!) and I sponsored a booth (under the banner or the New England Chapter of the USPCA ,United States Personal Chef Association). The crowd was steady and I got to meet some very interesting people who were interested in Personal Chefs and the health benefits we can provide.
It was also great to speak to some of the attendees who shared stories about food from different cultures. One woman came by the table and was immediately drawn to the Chili ristra that was on display. She actually stroked the peppers and said they reminded her of the peppers of her native Tunisia. We talked about the grinding of the peppers and she recalled her mother making Harissa out of similar chilies.
Another person stopped by drawn by the grains and lentils we had in jars. We started talking about quinoa and she said she tried it but her kids did not like it. I asked her if she rinsed it first and she said she did not. I explained to her about the bitterness on the outside and suggested that she also tried it pilaf style. She took the advice and walked away with a smile on her face.
Then there was the person who I thought of as the Ragin’ Cajun. He started talking to me about growing up in New Orleans and how he missed the creole influence in food. It was a pleasure explaining to him that another benefit that we provide is that we tailor dinners for each client based on his likes and dislikes. And that includes spice levels. Food certainly is a way to connect to people!
Besides the intriguing folks who stopped by the table, it was also interesting to walk around and meet the other vendors. We all share a common goal, getting healthier.
Overall it was a nice way to spread the message about Personal Cheffing as well as a great experience to think a little out of the box when it comes to healthy eating.
Eat well, Stay Healthy
Chef Rob
The last month has been busy for Park Hill Chefs and I am very thankful for the business and the clients. Besides my normal weekly clients, I have been consulting to a local caterer who is moving into a new facility. I have also been providing dinner parties/cooking classes to several guests.
It was during one of the recent dinner parties that we had the opportunity to make a dessert and the client wanted something “decadent and chocolaty”. My dilemma was coming up with something that was both elegant yet easy to prepare within the limited time frame. Afterall. we were topping off a “culinary trip to Tuscany”
The logical choice to me was chocolate lava cake. This dessert always impresses clients and can be prepared and served in less then 30 minutes. When I mentioned this recently on my Facebook page, a follower of my page asked me to post the recipe. So Marcus. this is for you. The recipe is for for 4 servings but can easily be halved to serve two. In fact, this is one of the desserts that I offer for my romantic couples dinners!
I highly recommend serving this dish hot out of the oven, and as I did at my last dinner party, with fresh raspberries and vanilla ice cream.
This is sure to impress your guests and is always a fitting finish to any meal.
Thanks for reading and as always, ABC (Always Be Cooking)
Chef Rob
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