Pesto is one of my favorite, use-it-on-anything, type of sauces. Of course we mix it in our pastas, but it also finds its way to our sandwiches, poached eggs, grilled meats and veggies, or in the middle of our table as a dip for bread.…

Clay and I love condiments! Any kind of relish, chow chow, chutney, salsa verde, chimichurri, zhoug, or pesto; they are flavor-enhancers that add an additional layer of flavor to any dish. Truth be told, there are many times we have had to clear space in…

If you want to add a little “Southern flare” to your menu, the addition of some chow chow will definitely do the trick. Many food historians believe that this condiment found its way to the American South during the late 18th century via the Acadians…

Marinating is an absolute must at the Markham house. It is the singular step we can take to ensure that our entrees are consistently moist and delicious, and it doesn’t require a lot of time or complicated ingredients. It’s amazing what can be accomplished with…

Clay and I have coined ourselves the “condiment connoisseurs”! Our fridge is full of sauces and dips from diverse parts of the globe, however that does not deter our endless curiosity of others yet-to-be discovered! We love pesto, salsa verde, zhoug, Szechuan sauce, nuoc cham…

We discovered this fresh and zesty condiment during the 2020 pandemic while grocery shopping at our local Trader Joe’s. Fortunately, this beloved grocer is just a 10-minute walk from where we live, and therefore quickly became one of our favorite excuses to get out of…

Since the Middle Ages, this Italian “green sauce” has been a favorite condiment for meats, fish, poultry, soups, and charcuterie offerings, along with chunky pieces of freshly baked bread. In other words, you can use it on anything-and we certainly do! There is something special…

Clay and I love finishing salts like Maldon, Jacobson, and Falksalt. We use these as another creative tool to add an unexpected texture, crunch, and flavor to whatever we’re making. With the addition of your favorite citrus zest, (lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit), these salts…

Who doesn’t love a great tomato sauce? Through the years we’ve tried numerous recipes and combinations, enhanced them with our own additions and ideas, and came up with a basic sauce that can be taken in many different directions, depending on your menu-or if you’re…

Once you make your own vinaigrette I don’t think you will ever purchase another salad dressing in your life-unless you’re like my Dad who just can’t live without his favorite Ranch dressing! All you need for a great vinaigrette are two components: oil and acid,…