How to Make the Best Bánh Mì

Bánh mì, the Vietnamese equivalent of a hoagie, sub, or grinder, is a beautiful example of what happens when two distinct culinary cultures blend. Bánh mì translates to “baked” and “wheat” or “bread.” At its core, it's a french baguette filled with Vietnamese ingredients. Crispy bread, pickled veggies, roasted meat, pâté, and savory mayo make this sandwich stand out from your usual cold cut. It’s an edible manifestation of two distinct food...

Everything You Need to Know About Charcuterie

Charcuterie is a catch-all term for processed meat. These meats can range from dry-cured Spanish hams to smoked snack sticks. The craft of making charcuterie evolved from the need to preserve meats before the advent of refrigeration and utilize odds and ends of protein. With the modern luxury of refrigeration, the preservation of meat is no longer a necessity for most households, but the craft of charcuterie lives on. Using a combination of salt...

How to Shock Gobble a Turkey

The beauty of longbeards (and jakes) is that sometimes you can make them tell you exactly where they are. Using a bird’s willingness to gobble and instantly betray his location is among the most beautiful and useful tricks in the book. Eliciting a shock gobble is sometimes as easy as whipping out a crow call or even shutting your truck door a little too loudly. But, more often than not, it’s requires a strategic move that demands a better...