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Pikliz: The Haitian Condiment You Need for Summer

May was Haitian Heritage month. My husband is Haitian, and I’m always looking to learn more about Haitian cuisine so I can pass that part of her heritage onto my daughter. I learned a long time ago ...

Haitian Heritage Month – A Growing Appreciation of Haitian Food

When I met my husband almost 11 years ago, I was already a self-proclaimed foodie. I enjoyed trying new foods, new restaurants, and new cuisines, and my husband had to quickly learn not to eat ...

Chocolate Pot de Crème: Divine and Decadent

by Sara 6/5/25 10:30 AM

When your husband brings home a bag of chocolate pistoles, there’s only one thing to do and...Read more

Spring Cleaning the Kitchen

by Laura S 6/4/25 10:30 AM

There’s something in the air here in Chicago right now. And no, I’m not talking about...Read more

Not Your Average Sandwich: Homemade Banh Mi That Packs a Punch

by Biz 6/3/25 10:30 AM

If your go-to sandwich routine is feeling a little... meh, it’s time to meet the Banh Mi....Read more

A Recipe Revival: Prosciutto Cups with Corn Custard

by Andrea 5/30/25 10:30 AM

When I first started working at The Chopping Block almost 23 years ago, our class...Read more

It's Easy Being Cheesy: Homemade Mozzarella

by William 5/29/25 10:30 AM

Now you might say it’s because I was raised in Wisconsin, but I claim there are few things...Read more

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Pikliz: The Haitian Condiment You Need for Summer

Haitian Heritage Month – A Growing Appreciation of Haitian Food

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