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  What Is a Cast Iron Pan And How Do I Use One?    These pans are a versatile tool that every kitchen should benefit from. These pans are designed to last generations and are quite easy to maintain, with just a few tips.  …

Garlic Confit I am a huge fan of fresh, powdered, or preserved garlic and always look for ways to use it in cooking. If this sounds like you, this garlic confit recipe is for you.  Garlic confit is a classic French garlic preservative that is…

Moka pots are great to have in the kitchen. They are a unique and fun way to brew strong coffee without breaking the bank on an espresso machine.  If you are curious about how Moka pots work or even what one is, read on for…

The Sea Cook is JP’s first production and will be published soon. This image is the working cover of the e-book. The book will also be available in paperback and hardcover. This book highlights my culinary journey through the Caribbean and the United States while…

For the Love of American Music is a new podcast hosted by Jenna Martinez. You may remember Jenna from a previous interview I had with her for JP. The premise of her show is to talk with other creative people who are passionate about American…

        I had the distinct pleasure of grilling lobster tails last night with my father. Wow! What a treat! I grilled them in aluminum foil brushed with butter and herbs, and of course, Old Bay Seasoning, in order to soak up all…

Good afternoon! I am so happy to announce that JP is back full time! I have made some behind-the-scenes changes and now have a manager to manage the site when I am wandering around. JP is going through some positive changes and I will add…

Hello, friends and neighbors. Wow, it’s been a long time since I posted anything. Sorry about that, I’ve been commercial shrimping in South Florida as well as finishing up the JP productions cookbook, The Sea Cook. Anyhow, I am home for a while and I…

  A lot of times in culinary arts, simple is better. My weekend relaxation reiterated that fact. I made boiled peanuts for the first time and am duly impressed. I bought raw peanuts from a farmer’s market and boiled them on high heat for 4…

Of all the photo shoots, I feel that the third one was the most productive from a creative standpoint. The shoot comprised a key lime pie, pesto, Caribbean jerk chicken, and a blueberry-jalepeno cornbread.I chose rather simple recipes, as I had other appointments booked for…