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My Eats | Challenge Accepted
When I was about 13 years old, my Uncle Ric gave me my first cooking task. It was an unexpected moment. Not a surprise…more a shock. I had never shown...

Go Big On Game Day!
We took the time to smoke low and slow so you can kick back and enjoy the big game! Slow-smoked to perfection, order your championship game day package today OR...

My Eats | A 5 Minute Lesson
Tonight, I cried at work. I was in my office, and I finally let it go when I was sure no one could see me. I haven’t done that in...

Farmers Market with VRGF
FARMER NIC IS BACK! We are pleased to announce that our bi-weekly farm stand* is returning to the Buena Vista Café! Farmer Nic Romano of Villa Romano Green Farms will...

CHARRED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH CRISP ANCHOVIES, ASIAGO, AND ROASTED GARLIC
Pair anchovies with roasted brussels sprouts, asiago cheese, and roasted garlic for a flavorful fish-filled side dish.

SHRIMP AND ANCHOVY BAKED ARRABBIATA PASTA
Bake shrimp and anchovies in a spicy “angry” arrabiata pasta dish.

CRACKED WHEAT BERRY AND RADISH TABBOULEH WITH GRILLED LEMON-ANCHOVY VINAIGRETTE
Try a twist on traditional tabbouleh with wheat berries and radishes, and a grilled lemon and anchovy vinaigrette dressing.

LEMONGRASS ROASTED SARDINE BANH MI SANDWICH
Try sardines in this twist on the Vietnamese classic banh mi sandwich.

Tuna Tostadas
These tuna tostadas feature an aioli made with lightly toasted morita chiles. Need we say more?

Guacamole and home-made Chips
Traci offers her take on a classic guacamole and chips recipe.

Carnitas Tacos with Salsa Verde
Try Traci’s signature carnitas tacos, with a tomatillo salsa verde.