Local Sourcing for Signature Dishes on Martha’s Vineyard

Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts The Black Dog Tavern scoops up a luscious concoction of local Quahog clams and cream in their signature chowder for a hearty beginning to a locally sourced Cape Cod meal.  Feasting on local catches in New England made for memorable meals throughout our RoadTrip last fall.   MAPPING  THE DAY After a…

Mansion Touring Stimulates the Appetite for Sandwiches

Newport, Rhode Island Mansion touring stimulates the appetite! A trendy European-style cafe, located near the Newport mansions tour, satiated our hunger pangs with sandwich offerings.  Ours was naan flatbread wrapped around a salad of cheese, greens, vegetables and olives.  It was a quick, healthy and delicious lunch.   MAPPING THE DAY During the Gilded Age…

2013 Top Ten Blog Posts

New Years Eve, 2013 Happy New Year from RoadTripFlavors Rating 2013 in terms of travel, dining and cooking, the year earns an A+.  It was a stellar year in other terms too, but for the purposes of this blog we will only tout our 2013 TOP TEN postings of travel and recipes here.  In no…

A Perfect Baseball Day in Boston

Boston, Massachusetts A sweet and savory combination of Kettle Corn and Blackened Shrimp pair perfectly with ice-cold beer.  Who knew Kettle Corn is so easy to make and is oh, so satisfying?  Make an extra batch, because it will disappear.      MAPPING THE DAY Baseball season ended just a few months ago and we…

We Know the Name of this Salad: Caesar

Cambridge (Boston) , Massachusetts Traditional Caesar Salad flavors are easy with homemade dressing and croutons.  Garlic, lemon and a hint of anchovy are emulsified in mayonnaise and extra virgin olive oil for a creamy dressing on crisp Romaine leaves.  Top with crunchy cheesy croutons.   MAPPING THE DAY Remember the Cheers TV show in the 1980’s? …

Halloween Bloody Mary Bar

Halloween 2013 BOO!  Our Halloween Bloody Mary Bar is back for another year. Before the goblins start ringing the doorbell this evening, pull out a wide array of condiments from the fridge and pantry.  Let your guests select their favorite Vodka, juice, hot sauce, fresh citrus and pickled vegetables for their own very Bloody Mary…

Classic Comfort Food Is Easy and Original

New Bedford, Massachusetts Comfort in a bowl, this chicken broth-based soup is a surprising combination of kale and sausage.  Our version takes an easy approach to a Portuguese classic and uses some fresh California ingredients.   It is a  starter or can be the whole meal paired with a salad and warm bread.       …

What’s in Your RoadTrip Tool Kit?

New Bedford, Massachusetts Mozambique Sauce is a popular Portuguese dish.  It was developed in Portuguese cuisine when 15th century explorers ventured to countries in Africa.  They learned about the use of “piri piri” or peppers from local tribes in Mozambique, which led to the creation of this unique sauce.   MAPPING THE DAY Even in…

Simple Ingredients Elevated to Epic Flavor

Newport Beach, California Caprese salad at Pizzaria Mozza is extraordinary.  Simple, quality ingredients are taken to their most flavorful state.  Roasted tomatoes and basil pesto luxuriously top burrata mozzarella.       MAPPING THE DAY Several years ago, we attended a chef’s panel discussion with Cat Cora of Iron Chef fame, Marcus Samuelsson who often…

Munich Oktoberfest: Beer, Food and Revelry

Munich, Germany At Munich Oktoberfest, beer, food and fun are celebrated.  Locals and visitors alike dress in traditional Oktoberfest garb to partake in beer drinking, eating and singing together.  Outside are carnival rides, food vendors, shops and Bavarian souvenirs.  Inside the beer tents are hundreds of tables and benches packed with beer drinking revelers who…