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My Favorite Mustard
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šÆ Of course I have a bottle of the great American classic. I have several recipes that call for nothing less than (next to Grey Poupon) perhaps the most recognized mustard there is. I love all things Schaller & Weber. I regularly shop there on my way to or from meetings on the upper east side of Manhattan. This horseradish mustard is mustard first, horseradish second, and includes sugar and spices just

Brian Theis
Nov 102 min read
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Scrub Mommy!
On a recent trip to appear on DC television in Bethesda, MD, I stayed at the Residence Inn. It was on that trip that I became enamored of...

Brian Theis
Oct 11 min read
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Plateau Relish de Maison with Trempette au Roquefort
First time ever on the internet! From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You LoveāRecipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by...

Brian Theis
Mar 272 min read
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Night Lights are Fun
I love night lights! I have THREE in my kitchen in New Orleansāthey're great when you're making a quick trip at night for a drink of water, or checking the weather out the back of the house. The carefree city. One of my seasonals. š š§ø š Another spooky holiday light. š» š S'mores, anyone? Vintage lights can be found on Etsy and eBay. Make sure the wiring is reliable! Advertising night lights are a lot of fun. Just plug it right in. I have a mid-century modern theme at the

Brian Theis
Mar 271 min read
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Collecting Vintage Cupcake Picks
I just love my collection of vintage cupcake picks! They're great to decorate muffins, appetizers, cupcakes, and so much more. I get them...

Brian Theis
Oct 22, 20241 min read
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Cook to Win! Psycho and Murder She Wrote Watch Party Recipes
Two Chilling, Thrilling, Halloween-Themed Watch Parties! š and . . . COOK to WIN! On Saturday and Sunday, October 26th and 27th, I will...

Brian Theis
Sep 5, 20243 min read
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That's Some Kind of Tuna Casserole
From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You LoveāRecipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click here for...

Brian Theis
Mar 21, 20241 min read
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Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
I was looking for another, easier way to make my guest-favorite, the Eggy McBrian. Enter: the Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker! So...

Brian Theis
Mar 14, 20241 min read
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Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
This post could go on for 70 years (the length of Her Majesty's longest-ever reign over the UK and Commonwealth realms) but I'll keep it...

Brian Theis
Mar 6, 20242 min read
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Gebhardt Chili Powder
The ONLY chili powder for me. Gebhardt's dates back to 1894 in New Braunfels, Texas, very near where both sides of my family are from....

Brian Theis
Feb 27, 20241 min read
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Porcelain Baking (and Serving) Ramekins
I am a huge fan of these six color Foraineam Oval Porcelain 10 ounce Ramekins with Double Handles! At press time they are currently...

Brian Theis
Feb 21, 20241 min read
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Havin' a Holiday Ball
There may be glass balls on the tree, but those arenāt the only spherical holiday delights! The Christmas Party Buffet (or Holiday Party...

Brian Theis
Dec 3, 20233 min read
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Champion Chocolate Chip Chubbies
The day you've all been waiting for has finally arrived. Till now you've had to buy my cookbook to get your hands on its most popular recipe, my "Chocolate Chip Chubbies". Not anymore. Today marks the internet premiere! Make sure to follow the instructions closely, and while you're at it, read my tips and tricks about properly pre-heating your oven . From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You LoveāRecipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click

Brian Theis
Oct 5, 20232 min read
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Le Creuset Dutch Ovens
When it's time for a coq au vin, a boeuf bourguignon, or the many French-influenced Creole dishes I make, only one Dutch oven will do:...

Brian Theis
Sep 20, 20232 min read
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Blue Plate Mayo
I may, from time to time, enjoy some Duke's or some Kewpie, but BLUE PLATE you are the king of mayonnaise in my book! There's no other...

Brian Theis
May 30, 20232 min read
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Chinese Crispy Peanut Candy
One of my very favorite things! I discovered this crowd-pleasing crispy peanut candy in New York City's Chinatown and now I order it...

Brian Theis
May 12, 20231 min read
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Let There Be Night Lights!
In my New Orleans kitchen, I have two night lights I turn on before I go to bed. (In case I get up for a drink of water I won't stumble...

Brian Theis
Feb 21, 20232 min read
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Perfect Buckeyes
A treasured Christmas treat at my house. My mom invented the skewer dipping method to keep the candies from having little chocolate skirts when you set them down to dry. Hence, "perfect" buckeyes! Warning: you may get a waistline like Santa if you eat too many of these. But they mean Christmas to me! From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You LoveāRecipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click here for more info on my best-selling cookbook! Pe

Brian Theis
Dec 4, 20222 min read
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Seasonal Table Runners
Seasonal and holiday table runners! They come in all shapes, sizes, colors, patterns, for all occasions. I suppose I own about 25 of...

Brian Theis
Oct 20, 20222 min read
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Carolers' Wassail Punch
From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You LoveāRecipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click here for...

Brian Theis
Sep 11, 20221 min read
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