Welcome to the nerve center of The Amiable Gourmand. This is where questions are answered, curiosity is encouraged, and the story behind the food and drink takes center stage. This page serves as your guide to what we do here and why we do it. Also, you can join in on the fun by sipping, stirring, and sautéing right along with us.
Here you’ll find everything from our philosophy on cooking (joyful, generous, occasionally messy) to our approach to cocktails. Learn about the tools we trust, the sources we love, and the pantry staples we can’t live without. Whether you’re a seasoned home chef, a cocktail enthusiast, or someone who just really likes to read about food, you’re in the right place.
We’ll also share how recipes are developed and tested, how historical tidbits are researched, and how to get in touch if you’ve got a question, a suggestion, or a vintage bar cart you think we should see.
In short, this page is where the behind-the-scenes becomes center stage—a little FAQ, a little manifesto, and a whole lot of personality. So take a look around. After all, half the fun of good food and drink is knowing the story behind the glass or the plate.
Olives are small, oval fruits that come from the olive tree, commonly found in Mediterranean regions. They’re known for their rich, slightly bitter flavor, which varies depending on the variety and how they’re processed. While some are eaten whole, others are pressed to make olive Read More