The Blog of Colonial Williamsburg
For those of you who are trying to offer at least a few healthier options this holiday season, take note. We start our week of recipes with three healthy dishes: Sweet Potato Hummus; Pumpkin, Fennel, Kale & Quinoa Salad; and a Holiday (Frozen) Yogurt Fruit and Nut Bark. …
One day earlier this summer, journeyman farmer Ed Schultz escaped for a spell from Great Hopes Plantation for a nice lunch with his parents at the Williamsburg Lodge. The conversation turned to what they were growing at Great Hopes: a crop of heirloom vegetables to go along with the fields of tobacco, corn, and cotton….
One could be forgiven for thinking that the Restoration Bar is named for the rejuvenating powers of its relaxing atmosphere. I wouldn’t want to squash such sentiments because the small lounge in the Williamsburg Inn is indeed a special spot….
Tomorrow is the Fourth of July and our final grilling video is all about the dessert. I’m sure you have a go-to recipe for a delicious summer trifle. Mine involves kiwi, strawberries, and blueberries. But wait until you try this recipe made with peaches, heated to sweet perfection on the grill!
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It’s Friday and that means it’s time to fire up the grill! Our chefs have already shown you how to barbecue chicken and they’ve revealed secrets to the best pulled pork BBQ. Now, let’s tackle… the steak. We know a lot of you have them on the menu for the Fourth of July! This recipe is a must-have….
It’s Friday and that means another blog post to show you how to master the grill for your Fourth of July cookouts! Okay. How many of you love a good pulled pork BBQ sandwich? (You can’t see me, but I’m totally raising my hand). As a southern girl, I’ve tried just about every variation of barbecue out there and let me tell you, this one rises to the top of the list. It isn’t just because of the sauce (which is Carolina-style); it’s also about the flavor of the meat!
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We’re back for round two of our summer grilling series—Chefs on Deck! Today, we’re tackling one of my cookout favorites, barbecue chicken. Watch our video to learn how to grill a delicious (and spicy) version and as a bonus, enjoy some tips on the best way to grill corn on the cob.
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Recognize these guys? Maybe not. If you’re like us, you’re probably used to seeing them in their crisp, white chefs uniforms and hats—serving up delicious meals at the Williamsburg Lodge and Huzzah! BBQ Grille. But we wanted to keep these super casual! Plus, who wants to stand in front of a hot grill wearing so many layers?…
We’ve been talking a lot lately about American Heritage Chocolate, an 18th-century version of “the food of gods.” This historically accurate variation was made with input from Colonial Williamsburg and includes half a dozen spices that when whipped into a ganache make for some pretty amazing truffles. But don’t just take my word for it. Sign up so you can make (and sample) some for yourself!…
Okay, so most of us have heard of serving wine with chocolate. But how many of you have ever tried chocolate with bourbon? We have, and let me tell you, it’s delicious—especially when that chocolate is from an 18th-century recipe!…