The Best Thanksgiving Recipes You've Never Tried

It is getting closer to feast time.  Have you planned your Thanksgiving menu yet?!  Check out some of my recipes below to make the best sides, cocktails, turkey, dessert and more.  What are some of your favorites?

A Thanksgiving Menu for a Small Crowd with Wine Pairings

One year my family was set to come to town, but couldn't at the last minute.  We didn't want to make a whole turkey for the two of us (at the time), but we wanted the Thanksgiving flavors.  I came up with this menu so we could get a little taste of turkey and all the yummy sides.  Enjoy!

Spring Menu Planning

This year we worked with Lovettsville's Spring House Farm to put together a fantastic spring meal.  Their meat is all pasture-raised and grass-fed as much as possible. They are most famous for their pork which gets it's amazing flavor while the pigs are roaming the farm's mountain lands feasting on mushrooms, grubs and even snakes, just like they would do in the wild.  We could taste the freshness of the product and we were delighted to pair the meal with some amazing wines.

Thanksgiving Menu

We're staying in town this year and planning to dine at Le Diplomate with family.  We loved it last year and it is a great way to relax.  That said, I'm still planning to do some cooking with friends.  What's your favorite Thanksgiving dish?

Menu Planning: Fall Feast

Happy Fall! We celebrated the season with a menu worth sharing. A special thank you for our partners: American Lamb Board, Logan's Sausage, California Figs, San Bernardo Ice Cream.  Lamb, figs and sausages are perfect fall ingredients.  Logan's Sausage Company is one of my favorites.  They have so many varieties and they are great for grilling at parties.  

Easter Brunch Menu

I love to celebrate each season with a new menu and pairing options. Spring is awesome because it is time to say good-bye to winter and hello to nicer weather. I also love the fresh spring ingredients and the cherry blossoms that fill DC. I typically do dinner, but this year, I thought brunch would be fun.  My menu and pairing ideas are below, but I'll past the recipes and photos after I make everything this weekend.  Enjoy!  If you need them in advance, shoot me an email and I'll send them:  capitalcooking [@] gmail.com

Menu Planning: Baby Birthday Bash

Previously, our fall pairing dinner was an adult-only feast turned drunk fest that lasted late into the evening. (With 10-12 guests) This year's fall feast was a little different than the past.  This year we celebrated the first birthday of #babycapcook with 35 adults and 10 baby friends. 

Capital Cooking on Let's Talk Live with Labor Day BBQ Ideas

Labor Day is the symbolic end of summer. I went on Let's Talk Live to show you how to host a BBQ in DC.

Planning a Birthday Party

A few years ago, my friend Katie and I were talking and we realized our husbands' birthdays were only two days apart. We decided, why not throw a joint birthday party?

Grilling with Friends

Photo by Luke Trautwein

We grilled up a feast this weekend and #BabyCapCook made lots of new friends.  She was loving a visit from Olive, Pearl, Charlotte and Edith.  Burgers, Brats, Corn, Salads and Sangria were enjoyed by all.  Smiles all around!  Have you been grilling lately?  What's your favorite food to grill?

Menu ReVamp: Rialto

One of my favorite Italian restaurants in DC, Rialto, has a new menu that is more delicious than ever!

A Thanksgiving Menu With Pairings

Thanksgiving is almost here. You can't beat the never ending supply of comfort food during the holidays. I'm thankful for that!

Menu Planning: Autumn Dinner

Harvey's Market has a vast selection of locally raised meat. It is conveniently located in Union Market. We recently checked out some of their products to create a delicious fall menu to share.  Their featured local meats are raised naturally. “Natural” means the animal led a truly natural life filled with sunshine, access to fresh water, plenty of room to roam and space where normal animal behavior can be expressed. That natural life doesn't include any use of unnecessary antibiotics, added growth hormones or consumption of animal by-products, making the meat naturally tender and full of flavor.  We had a blast dining with my cousins and friends.  Recreate this menu at home and enjoy!

Menu: Setting the Mood with Food

Start by taking a shot... just kidding

Aphrodisiac refers to Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, who had the ability to drive people wild with lust. This menu is guaranteed to bring a little heat and desire into your kitchen! 

Planning a Spring Feast

We're right on the edge of spring turning to summer. Before we get there, make yourself a delicious spring feast.