Killer Keller

Bottoms-up to the summer brew from our friends + award winning brewmaster at Southampton Publick House Brewery.

Visit an Old World Lager brewery and the brewmaster will insist that you enjoy a "keller" beer direct from the aging tank. To a brewer this is beer at it's purest, unfiltered, nuanced and gently carbonated." Each year they make it with a different hop variety to create a unique interpretation of the pilsner style. 

Flavor Description: Fresh hop aroma and a bracing bitterness are balanced by a clean malt profile. A dusting of yeast and traditional lagering create a crisp, smooth flavor profile.

Food Pairings: Ideal served with seafood, meats and spicy foods.

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Texas Original

The next time you are in Austin, drop by Stubb's. It's an institution of Q originality, filled with love, music and soul. BTW- the brisket is out of this world.

"Barbecue is eternal, like the Mississippi River. It's big and it's simple and it takes its own sweet time."  C.B. Stubbfield

You can also have your Stubb's at home. Not quite take away, but close. You Can Do IT! at home. The original Bar-B-Q Sauce is pretty darn good. The flavor; sweet, tangy tomato and molasses with a kick of vinegar and pepper.

Stubb would gladly give his recipe away to anyone who asked. "The recipe alone is just words on paper and that won’t do it." C.B. Stubbfield

Treats That Keep On Giving

Post Labor Day means back to work and back to school for many, but what happens to man's best friend?  Our four legged friend's long-dog-days continue at home, so be sure to keep up with summer outdoor activities like daily walks; which are good for Fido and a really great way to unwind and releave stress after your busy work day. 

TIP: Don't forget to reward Fido with a good treat! 

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Organic isn’t only reserved for man; dogOdog Organics treats and toys are meant to support the health and well being of our four-legged friends. 

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Creamy Preferred

Truly American or not - I guess it really does not matter, grits are just good.

I enjoy them for breakfast prepared with cheese and a touch of cayenne. But, grits are not just for breakfast. It's aka polenta in my family; enjoyed topped with a Bolognese sauce - just like my grandfather from Marche Italy would have prepared for dinner years ago. 

Parmesan Pan Grits
recipe by George Hirsch | Serves two – four

2 cups cooked grits, follow package directions with 1/2 water, 1/2 milk
2 Tablespoons olive oil
6 cloves caramelized garlic
1/4 cup sweet onion, chopped
1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, shaved
2 teaspoons fresh sage, rubbed
fresh grated nutmeg
fresh grated black pepper
2 Tablespoons grated Parmigiano cheese

Pre heat a non stick sauté pan.

Add olive oil, garlic, and white onion, cook until onion is tender.  Add cooked grits and top with Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings.  Toss or stir grits, add rubbed fresh sage, fresh grated nutmeg, and pepper.  Continue to toss, cook for ten minutes and top with extra Parmigiano cheese.

Steak Under The Sea

Tuna's full flavor is sturdy enough to balance the Far East flavors of this marinade. This tastes best served cold or at room temperature. Ideal dish for a lunch-in gathering or outdoor party buffet.

Grilled Tuna Steak Salad
Recipe by Chef George Hirsch | Makes four servings 

2 12 ounce tuna steaks, 2 inches thick 
1 Tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 Tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 Tablespoon cilantro, chopped
3 Tablespoons olive oil
4 cups mixed salad greens

Pre heat a grill to high heat.

Marinate tuna steaks for ten minutes with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil and cilantro. Coat both sides of tuna with one Tablespoon olive oil.

Placing tuna steaks on grill,  after 2-3 minutes, lift the tuna steaks, using a spatula, and turn them 45 degrees to make a crosshatch mark. After 2 minutes, turn the tuna steaks. Continue cooking until the tuna is cooked to desired taste. Avoid turning the tuna steaks over several times. Many prefer tuna cooked to medium, and carry over cooking will continue to cook the fish to medium well.

Remove from grill, place tuna on plate, cool for 2-3 minutes and slice. Serve over cool salad greens. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.

Serving suggestion: serve with couscous.