Photo from Fisheries and Aquaculture, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.   Chowder has remained a steadfast tradition in Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and other Maritime Provinces of Canada … Continued

This delicious robust tomato-based fish Bermuda Fish Chowder is considered to be Bermuda’s national dish.  Bermudians have their own answer to bouillabaisse. This chowder differs from American versions of chowder by … Continued

What is traditional chowder? The true or traditional chowder is a matter of debate.  There are numerous varieties, and each has its loyal following.  Just bring up the subject of … Continued

The Story of Pacific Salmon “The men were astonished at the numbers of salmon in the river, mostly dying after the spawn and therefore inedible. The water was so clear … Continued

Lutefisk It is said that about half the Norwegians who immigrated to America came in order to escape the hated lutefisk and the other half came to spread the gospel of … Continued

Eulachon, Oolichan, Candlefish, Hooligan    Photo of drawing reproduced from the Journals of Lewis and Clark (Illustration by Meriwether Lewis from American Philosophical Society)   “This evening we were visited … Continued

What is Thanksgiving meal or Summer potluck without a jello side dish?  Even though it is more of a dessert, it is still known as a salad.  This blueberry jello … Continued

  What is Vegemite? Vegemite is considered as much a part of Australia’s heritage as kangaroos and the Holden cars.  It is actually an Australian obsession that has become a … Continued

Hangtown Fry could possibly be the first California cuisine.  It consists of fried breaded oysters, eggs, and fried bacon, cooked together like an omelet.   In the gold-mining camps of … Continued

  Any month of the year or any occasion is good for a Pig Pickin’ in North Carolina.  Unlike other food preparation in the South, which is usually dominated by … Continued

You can tell you are approaching Monroe, Wisconsin, when cheese factories and dairy cows begin to appear all over the countryside.  Just veer off the highways onto Wisconsin’s back roads … Continued

Hoppin’ John Stew –  Stove Top and Slow Cooker Preparation This recipe for Hoppin’ John black-eyed peas is a southern dish rich with tradition and lore served to celebrate the New … Continued

 Hawaiian Ahi Tuna Poke Poke (pronounced POH-kay) is served in most Hawaiian homes and restaurants as a side dish, and no gathering in Hawaii would be complete without a few … Continued

Loco Moco (loh-koo moh-koo) is Hawaii’s original homemade fast food and can be found at just about any fast food joint, roadside diner, mom and pop restaurant or lunch wagon … Continued

Photo from www.roadfood.com Despite the name Indian Pudding, it is not a traditional native dish.  Native Americans had neither milk nor molasses to use in their cooking.  They did mix … Continued