At D’Artagnan we are proud to work with chefs across the nation, providing them with quality ingredients to express their creativity in the kitchen. One of those chefs is James Rigato, who has created quite a buzz with his restaurant Mabel Gray. Since its 2015 opening, the Hazel Park, MI (a suburb of Detroit) restaurant has been…
Year: 2018
This Beer Will Make You Crave White Truffles
What does beer have to do with truffles? Plenty, if you know our friends at Carton Brewing in Atlantic Highlands, NJ. Every year we get a call from the brewery asking about the ripeness of our white truffles. Then they come to pick up a fragrant box at our warehouse and whisk it off to…
5 Easy Bacon-Wrapped Apps that will Make Your Party a Success
As the old saying goes, “Where there is bacon, there is happiness.” Bring that happiness to your party with our 5 simple recipes. You just can’t make enough of these bacon-wrapped appetizers. They’ll be the first to go … because bacon. Read on for the recipes. Our bacon is produced with care, sourced from small farms,…
These 7 Easy Ideas Will Make Your New Year’s Eve Party a Success
Every host wants no-fuss party foods that will make the celebration memorable. With our recipes, you can have it all. These elevated party foods are easy to make and serve and they will leave your guests talking. To create an elegant affair with ease, read on for some of our favorite party ideas.
Chefs Share What They Do to Celebrate Christmas
How do chefs celebrate Christmas – if they don’t spend it working in the kitchen? We asked some of our chef clients about their holiday memories and traditions at home. Read on for their answers.
This is Why You Should Make Capon for the Holidays
For one thing, we have Chef Eric Ripert’s favorite holiday recipe … which is roasted capon. This recipe is not only easy to make but has a hint of holiday luxury with the addition of truffles and duck fat. It’s also an homage to his grandmother who made stuffed capon for every special occasion meal. Read on for…
7 Easy Side Dishes for Christmas Dinner
What will you serve at your Christmas dinner? We’ve got seven side dishes to round out your meal and make it memorable. These recipes use truffle butter, chestnuts, bacon, demi-glace, and other favorite Holiday Helpers to impart that special D’Artagnan flavor. Still looking for the main course? Order your Christmas goose, capon, turkey or ham today.
What Do Chefs Like to Eat on Christmas?
Do you ever wonder what chefs eat at home over the holidays? We asked some of our chef clients about their Christmas dinner and breakfast favorites. Read on to see what they told us. What main dish do you make for Christmas dinner? Chefs dish on their Christmas dinners at home. Is there anything better on…
This is Why You Should be Cooking Goose for Christmas
Roasting a goose may be daunting, but if your goose is well cooked, it has succulent, tender, dark meat that is rich tasting, and free of fat. Goose is the ultimate special occasion bird, and a world away from chicken. This classic choice for Christmas dinner is enjoyed around the world, and throughout history. Read…
What is the Secret to a Unique and Impressive Holiday Meal?
Are you looking for a holiday-worthy centerpiece for your table? Perhaps something unique and unexpected? The December issue of Food & Wine magazine features D’Artagnan duck on the cover, and inside, recommends our game birds for your holiday feast. The gorgeous spread – called Flights of Fancy – offers recipes from different chefs that may just inspire you…
Impress When You Make this Easy DIY Gift, Perfect with Foie Gras
Looking for a personalized gift this season? Make our easy 3-ingredient persimmon jam and pair it with a foie gras torchon. It’s sure to impress food lovers or your holiday hosts and be the hit of any potluck party (we taste-tested it with foie gras to be sure). Read on for the simple recipe, suitable…
The Best Christmas Gifts, According to Chefs
Chefs live and breathe food so you might expect them to have opinions about giving gifts of food. You would be correct. We asked some of our chef clients what they think makes a great food gift. We also inquired about what they want under the tree for themselves this year. Read on to see…
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