Photography by Jamison Mosley The summer is sizzling and Arkansans are looking for ways to beat the heat. There may be no better way to cool off than with a light, refreshing libation. There will always be reliable standbys, like a frosty mint julep or tangy margarita, AY wants to help you keep your cool…
We are all gearing up for busy evenings now that the weather has turned the corner. I like to rely on casseroles in the freezer if I am swamped. This is something that makes a large enough serving that you could easily freeze half for another time. It’s one of the most requested recipes I’ve…
Everyone is getting ready to break out the pumpkin spice for fall, but I’m going to raise you a mac and cheese. It’s a comfort food that’s great for fall – or any time of the year, really! This recipe hails from the pages of a classic cookbook, the Junior League of Little Rock’s…
This is a delicious and impressive meal to whip up. It appears labor-intensive, but it’s worth it! Ingredients For Chicken: • 4 chicken breasts, cut in half and pounded into 4 cutlets • Sea salt • Freshly ground pepper • 2 8 oz soft goat cheese, room temp (so it’s soft and spreadable) • 1…
The golden days of summer may be slipping by, but I’m not ready to let go yet. Cold, delicious drinks still win over my innate craving of pumpkin spiced lattes during this time of year. But who says they have to be cocktails? There are plenty of amazing flavors that come from the fresh fruit…
If you’re looking for a recipe that’s unbelievably simple and sinfully decadent, this dark chocolate blueberry silk tart is the answer to all your problems. It takes a total of 5 (no, I’m not kidding) ingredients to produce a stunning dessert tart that looks like you slaved over a hot oven for hours. It’s unbelievable…
In his drink-themed blog series, Happy Hour, Arkansas native Ben Franks will share his recipes and expertise. Ben tends the bar at Petit & Keet in Little Rock, but he learned the tricks of the trade all over the country. In this post, Ben shares his recipe for a hot toddy. It’s finally cold in…
Recipe courtesy of Arkansas-based Chef Michael Selig. Photo by Mark Fonville. ‘Red Pride’ Tomato and ‘Majestic Red’ Pepper Salsa Ingredients 1 ‘Red Pride’ tomato 1 ‘Majestic Red’ bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped Juice of 1/2 lemon Juice of 1/2 lime 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1…
I like to perk up my afternoon with this tasty iced coffee drink sweetened with honey. To make this drink even sweeter, I choose a coffee with a conscience. Westrock Coffee is an Arkansas-based brand that works with smallholder farmers around the globe to create some of the finest coffees in the world. Westrock is…
Are you looking for a quick, easy and healthy dinner recipe to try this week? Our friends at the Arkansas Beef Council shared a great recipe with us. Test it out and let us know what you think. Total Recipe Time: 30 to 35 minutes Makes 4 servings Ingredients: 1 beef Top Sirloin Steak Boneless,…
