The Guy Corner Espresso Martini

I wanted to give you another iteration of my original Manhattan Special Espresso Martini. This one is less fizz and a little more buzz. I am replacing the Manhattan Special with Bomani Cold Buzz. I was introduced to Bomani this past weekend while out at New York Marketplace & Brewery District Westbury. They were giving samples…

Zucchini Cakes

With a garden of zucchini’s this year we were trying to figure out what we can do with all of them. One of the recipes we use is shredded zucchini cakes which is a hit all the way around. They are a go to side dish in this household. Despite no longer having zucchinis in…

The Guy Corner NYC Margarita

A margarita is a cocktail consisting of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice often served with salt on the rim of the glass though I like it clean. The drink is served shaken with ice (on the rocks), blended with ice (frozen margarita), or without ice (straight up). Although it has become acceptable to serve a margarita in a wide variety of glass types,…

The Guy Corner NYC Mojito

The mojito originated in Cuba as a farmers’ drink in the late 19th century as Cuba’s rum industry modernized, making the mojito as common as beer. Only the rich drank it with ice and soda. This version is straightforward and simply perfect for a hot day. You are sure to enjoy this. We sure do!

Homemade Harvest Apple Pie

Ever since we started going upstate to go apple picking in the fall to Maskers Orchard we have been on the look for the ultimate apple pie recipe. Needless to say we have found one that the family loves. We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. Let us know if you…

Pizza Rustica

If you follow me on Instagram, you would know that I love food, yes this German, Italian is a big time foodie. I know I have been slacking on some foodie posts and recipes. One recipes I wanted to share as many of you have been saying how good it looked or for those of…

Manly Double Meatloaf

The holidays are coming and from now till New Years it is an eat-fest but no one really rolls out a meatloaf to the holiday table. The customary feast is ruled by those grand baked orbs: turkey and ham. Bah. Pound for pound, neither of those — despite the hours in the oven and all…

Easy Thin Crust Ham & Pineapple Pizza

Every Christmas Eve/Christmas Day I make my grandmothers family Sicilian Pizza. I enjoy making it every year and would love to make it more often but the biggest time aspect is making the dough from scratch. Many people have said to me, why don’t you buy the dough from the pizzeria. My response is “This is…

Eggplant Lasagna

An Italian classic that has become a staple in many American kitchens, lasagna is a wonderfully versatile go-to dish. It can fit the bill for a simple weeknight dinner, or be the perfect addition to a spread for entertaining. Lasagna’s varieties suit an array of taste buds and preferences, from strict vegetarians to the most…