Saturday night. Fire glowing in the firepit. Retro 70s and 80s music blaring all through the house and pouring through the windows onto the back deck. A slight chill in the air. Adult beverages in hand. Grill lit and ready to serve. I live for Saturday nights at the Hassienda.

 

While I do enjoy quick, simple weeknight meals, my most fun cooking endeavors unequivocally come on the weekends. I get just a bit giddy planning new things to try on the grill, and recipes I’ve created that take a little more time than is available through the week.

Last Saturday was a feast fit for a king. Chilled Stone Crab with Brown Butter, Bourbon Beer Marinated Filet Mignon with Whipped Herb Butter, and of course a tray full of things to nibble. A little meat, a little cheese, a little pate…

I’ll repeat. I LIVE for Saturday nights at…