One of the most precious moments of my life. Getting to cook with my kiddo on live TV! I got to bring my son to cook with me on AM Northwest. When we were presented with the idea of a segment on cooking with my kids, it fell on a date that Sean couldn’t join…
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Hosting an Elegant and Easy Oscar Party on AM Northwest
We were back on AM Northwest! This time to talk about How to Host an Elegant and Easy Oscar Party! I still pinch myself each time we get the incredible opportunity to share our food with an audience like the awesome folks and viewers of AM Northwest. It’s always an honor to share our food…
Grilled Baked Brie with Blackberry Jam
Grilled Baked Brie topped with a delicious homemade Blackberry Jam is a decadent recipe for any party! This dish is grilled making it one of the easiest and festive appetizers you will ever make with melted cheese and the amazing rich flavors of the blackberry jam. This recipe was sponsored by the Oregon Raspberry and…
Smoked Pulled Lamb Sliders – The Ultimate Lamb Sandwich
Smoked Lamb Shoulder is slow smoked to perfection, and then tenderly pulled making incredible smoked pulled lamb sliders. This lamb sandwich is great for a crowd or even as the main meal. Living here in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) gives us access to amazing meat. And one meat that stands out to is lamb. Often…
Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 24 Product Review
Camp Chef has been making quality pellet grills and outdoor stoves for years. The introduction of the Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 24 (and 36) includes an industry first smoke box feature that adds a good deal of natural smoke to any cook. This Camp Chef Woodwind product review will walk through our thoughts on the…
Alabama White BBQ Sauce Recipe (White BBQ Sauce)
This mayonnaise base sauce which originates from Northern Alabama is the perfect blend of tangy, spicy and savory. It’s incredible as a dipping sauce for BBQ chicken, French fries, or even as a salad dressing. But our favorite is using this sweet sauce for chicken wings as a substitute for ranch. It’s a BBQ staple for Alabama chicken.
MAK Two Star General Product Review – Versatile American Made Pellet Smoker
When making a decision to invest in any pellet grill, it should take into consideration price and quality. MAK Grills is a US based company (out of Oregon) that takes the best of design and cooking consideration and created one of the best engineered cookers in the pellet smoker category. We have been cooking on…
Watermelon Salad with Basil and White Balsamic
This Watermelon Salad Recipe is full of fresh and lively flavors! This ain’t your mama’s watermelon salad recipe, nor is it your neighbors. This one is packed with some unexpected and delicious secrets. Your guests will go CRAZY for it, and they’ll never guess the secret ingredient. Hint: Basil This has always been a super…
Holiday Wine Gift Ideas – Stoller Family Estate
If you are looking to impress with a special bottle for the wine enthusiast on your holiday list, look no further than Stoller Family Estate. Wines to Impress for Holiday Wine Gift Ideas When I gift a wine to someone special — whether a loved one, a client, a teammate, a boss, whomever — I…
Sparkling Wine Outside of Champagne
The second in a series on the difference between Champagne and other Sparkling Wines of the world. Make sure to start here, then head back to find out more about sparkling wines of the world, styles of sparkling wine, and where they are produced throughout the world. Are you ready to pop some bubbly?! Champagne…
Bourbon Spiked Hot Apple Cider
Bourbon Spiked Hot Apple Cider is an incredibly delicious and oh-so-comforting hot cocktail. This easy autumn cocktail can also be served cold for a refreshing treat! Skip the bourbon and this can also make for an incredible and festive non-alcoholic fall drink for all ages! A Hot Apple Cider Cocktail When the fall season comes…
Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwich — Best use for leftover brisket
A fantastic use for any leftover brisket (especially smoked brisket) — Smoked Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwiches! These sandwiches are simply incredible and the ultimate comfort food! Smoky brisket, buttery bread, melty cheese. What’s not to love?! (*UPDATE* — You can view us cooking up this combo of Smoked Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Smoked Tomato Bisque…
BBQ Meatballs with Red Wine BBQ Sauce
BBQ Meatballs are a great appetizer for any outdoor gathering. They also can be adjusted in size as a main meal, and are great to scale up for a crowd. We’ve elevated this recipe by adding an elegant (and flavorful) Red Wine BBQ Sauce at the end for a lovely “wow” factor! You can never…
Smoked Salmon and Dungeness Crab Cakes Recipe
Smoked Salmon and Dungeness Crab Cakes are what happens when the dynamic duo of Dungeness crab and smoked salmon join forces with a killer wine pairing. This Salmon Cakes recipe is perfect for when you want to stretch your dollar with traditional crab cakes. The combo is absolutely delicious! Smoked Salmon and Dungeness Crab Cakes…
Vindulge Media Kit – Work With Us
Vindulge is one of the largest grilling, barbecue, beverage, and outdoor entertainment brands in the world. Founded by sommelier, recipe developer, author, Mary Cressler and pitmaster, Sean Martin, Vindulge has been creating food and beverage content since 2009. Mary and Sean are also co-authors of the critically acclaimed cookbook, Fire+Wine, now in its second edition….
Beer Cheese Dip With Bacon
This Beer Cheese Dip is creamy, cheesy, and indulgent, and is perfect for any appetizer cravings you have for beer and cheese and is the ultimate game day dip. The best part is that this recipe is also super easy to make! It is no lie that we love our dips around here. Our most…
Smoked Tomato Bisque
Smoked Tomato Bisque is a creamy, comforting, vegetarian, silky sooth, and smoky tomato soup. It’s the perfect use for the late summer tomatoes, or a crisp fall evening. Don’t have a smoker? That’s OK, just roast them instead. *UPDATE* — We cooked this recipe for Smoked Tomato Bisque and Smoked Brisket Grilled Cheese Sandwiches live…
What Is Rosé Wine and How Is It Made?
Rosé has a reputation of being the quintessential summer wine. But rose is something to drink year-round and pairs with an incredibly wide range of food. Find out about the many styles of this delicious and refreshing wine along with my top picks of 2020 wines. Rosé is an amazing expression of winemaking that takes…
Grilled Apple Crisp
Why yes, you can bake on your grill! This is traditional apple crisp that is baked directly on the grill. Grilled Apple Crisp is going to be your go-to this fall season (p.s., it’s also a fantastic addition to your Thanksgiving dinner!). *We cooked this recipe live on AM Northwest on KATU2 News in Portland,…
Grilled Strawberry Sundaes with Chocolate Peanut Butter Sauce (dairy free and gluten free)
Strawberry Sundaes made with grilled strawberries and a melted chocolate peanut butter sauce. Grilling strawberries is super easy, and adds incredible flavor to your sundae. Can easily be made dairy-free and gluten free. This is the perfect sweet treat to make for your kids (or loved ones) this coming Valentine’s Day. My sweet 8-year old…
Smoked Beer Cheese Dip With Sausage and Hatch Chile
Smoked Beer Cheese Dip with Sausage and Hatch Chile is the greatest thing to happen to cheesy beer-infused dips since cheddar. Smoked Sausage + Smoked Hatch Chile Peppers + Beer + Cheese = pure bliss. My husband has a thing for cheese. He can’t resist buying a few fancy cheeses whenever he goes to the…
Grilled Flank Steak Salad
A simple and delicious recipe for Grilled Flank Steak Salad, made with a flavorful flank steak marinade in a savory soy and rosemary mix. Perfect for a hearty salad, or filling for a delicious sandwich. You’ve gotta try this incredible and full flavored steak salad! And we got ya if your looking for a great grilled…
Grilled Mushroom Crostini
Grilled Mushroom Crostini with Smoked Honey and Aged Balsamic. Your new favorite vegetarian appetizer that you can cook entirely on the grill! We also had the opportunity to cook these delicious bites on live TV on Portland’s AM Northwest. You can check out the video demo here. Our catering events are big in the summertime….
Blackberry BBQ Sauce Recipe With Grilled Chicken
When my two favorite seasons – grilling season and berry season – combine, you get Grilled Chicken with a delicious Blackberry BBQ Sauce! We featured this recipe for Grilled Chicken with Blackberry BBQ Sauce live on Portland’s KATU News program, AM Northwest. You can view the segment below. Berry season is a universal favorite in…
Why now is the time to join Food Blogger Pro
Food Blogger Pro is a website and community dedicated to help users start, grow, and monetize their food blogs. As a member for several years this is what I learned from being a part of the Food Blogger Pro community. A few years ago I decided I wanted to take blogging and writing more seriously….
TV Appearances
Below is a list of TV appearances Vindulge has been featured on. Click on any of the links to view the videos. Favorite TV Appearances Kid Friendly Taco Bar on AM Northwest (July 2018) Barbecue Sauces on AM Northwest Cooking up Brisket Chili on AM Northwest Smoked Marinara on AM Northwest How to Make Your…
Easy Smoked Apple Crisp Recipe
This Smoked Apple Crisp Recipe is a fantastic dessert smoked directly on your grill. Take a traditional apple pie filling and add an easy crisp topping of oats and you have the perfect fall apple dessert. We also have a grilled apple crisp recipe that was also featured on AM Northwest, the Portland, OR local…
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Vindulge is one of the top 5 largest independent grilling and BBQ websites in the world as rated by author and journalist Derrick Riches. Here at Vindulge we focus on BBQ and grilling recipes with wine pairings. Our goal is to empower you to create fantastic wood-fired food and wine pairing experiences, while giving you…
27 Christmas Roast Ideas For The Grill and Smoker
If you are looking for Christmas Roast ideas to cook on the grill or smoker we have you covered. From the classic Beef Prime Rib Roast to an intimate Turkey Breast for a small crowd these recipes are our favorite roasts to make for any holiday dinner. The Most Important Tools Needed for Holiday Roasts…
How to Grill With Cedar Planks – The Complete Guide
Grilling with cedar planks is an age-old technique that infuses your food with a delightful smoky flavor, especially popular in the Pacific Northwest. This guide will take you through everything you need to know about cedar plank grilling, ensuring your next culinary adventure is a success. Whenever we do food demos or catering with cedar…
Best BBQ Gifts For The Outdoor Grilling Enthusiast
Our 2023 BBQ Gift Guide for the BBQ and Food Lovers on your list. From essential ingredients, to the awesome BBQ tools to make you a backyard hero. We walk through our favorites for this year. Head over to our beverage version if looking for a wine and cocktail gift guide. We tend to keep…
The Ultimate Brisket Burnt Ends
Beef Brisket Burnt Ends are one of the ultimate treats in BBQ and a true reward for your hours of hard work in low and slow cooking. Burnt Ends, often referred to as “meat candy”, have a soft texture and a sweet and tangy sauce finish. This burnt ends recipe is for cooking a whole…
How to Smoke Sockeye Salmon Perfectly
This Smoked Sockeye Salmon is a rich and delicious way to prepare salmon. Sockeye is known for is deep red color and is lean and easy to overcook. The key to perfect smoked sockeye is cooking at low temperatures when smoking and removing it at the right internal temperature. Find out how to perfectly smoke…
Visiting Cava Codorníu – A must stop for Barcelona Wine Travel
A visit to Cava Codorníu, the biggest winery in Spain and the first to produce Cava, is definitely a must for any wine lover visiting Barcelona Spain, and anyone looking for a great historical (and entertaining) winery experience. Explore what you can expect from a visit to this historic winery in a stunning region! Highlights…
Vindulge Red Wine Barbecue Sauce
This Red Wine Barbecue sauce, born from a wildfire, has turned into a balanced red wine based BBQ sauce that is perfect for pork and chicken. The story of how we got here is based on an unfortunate series of events that resulted in a delicious surprise. This is a BBQ sauce that tells the…
How To Make Pizza In An Outdoor Pizza Oven
If your pizza oven is still in the box because you’re unsure how to use it, then let’s walk through how to make pizza in an outdoor pizza oven. Get inspired to fire up the pizza oven and wow your friends with restaurant quality pizza. Follow this guide for the perfect outdoor pizza, from tools…
The Best Smoked Prime Rib Recipe and Video
Smoked Prime Rib Roast is ultimate holiday meal, and this is the best way to prepare this amazing holiday roast. We put together a comprehensive guide and video on smoking perfect Prime Rib Recipe every time. Vindulge Recipe Highlights Prime Rib is one of the iconic celebratory or festive holiday meals. It’s dramatic, big in…
Different Styles of BBQ Sauces
A rundown of the major styles of BBQ and regional sauces and what they are good for. From coast to coast, the flavors represent a touch of the regions in which they grew up in and range from vinegar based to rich and thick molasses based sauces.
Blackened Salmon Steaks on the Grill
The rich flavor of Blackened Salmon is enhanced with the herbal and earthy flavor of Blackened Seasoning. This Blackened Salmon Steaks Recipe is an easy and quick way to make grilled salmon in less than 30 minutes. Blackened Seasoning is a specific seasoning that was created by Chef Paul Prudhomme to mimic grilled flavor in…
ThermoWorks ThermoPop – The Best Digital Thermometer under $35
Digital Instant read thermometers are an important tool when cooking, especially live fire cooking. The right thermometer can make the difference between good and great cooks. The ThermoWorks ThermoPop is one of the best overall instant read thermometers for under $35.00 and a great tool in your cooking arsenal. And if you are in the…