Recipes & More (blog)

Cheers to a refreshing January! As we dive into the New Year, Alpenrose is excited to introduce a trio of invigorating mocktail recipes featuring the exceptional teas of Steven Smith Teamaker, a local favorite in Portland, Oregon. Discover seasonal fruit paired with tea goodness for a vibrant and health-conscious start to your year.

Start the new year with a challenge to Eat The Rainbow! Eating a variety of colors is a fun and delicious way to provide your body with a complete spectrum of essential nutrients and antioxidants that support your overall health and immunity. According to the Mayo Clinic, each color provides benefits.

Discover Kwanzaa's Culinary Delights: African Peanut Stew, Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread, and Jamaican Jerk Chicken - traditional recipes that bring to life the heritage and community values of the holiday, celebrated from December 26th to January 1st.

Celebrate the New Year with the cherished tradition of Hoppin' John, a dish rooted in Gullah Geechee culture symbolizing hope, prosperity, and good luck. Each component of this savory feast—peas for wealth, greens representing money, and golden cornbread for riches—carries deep significance.

As 2023 comes to a close, savor the essence of home with a New Year's Eve charcuterie masterpiece. Allow the flavors of our region to shine, celebrating the bounty, beauty, and spirit of our shared home, with charcuterie delights from Coro, Tillamook, Rogue Creamery, Albina City Nuts, and more!

The holidays are fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with thoughtful, homemade gifts? This year, skip the store-bought stocking fillers and get creative with some delicious and festive treats. Here are some recipes for some easy, classic treats you can make to bring some joy and cheer to your loved ones this season like peppermint bark, gingerbread granola, cranberry orange biscotti, and crock pot candy!

Light up your Hanukkah celebrations with three classic dishes: traditional potato latkes, vibrant citrus-roasted salmon, and melty mozzarella sticks!

Imagine waking up to the aroma of eggnog-infused bread, warming spices, and a hint of sweetness, setting the stage for a brunch that's as delightful to make as it is to enjoy. If you're hosting this holiday season, this recipe for an Eggnog French Toast Bake is excellent to keep on hand.

It's the time of year to gather with loved ones, create cherished memories, and savor delicious meals. To make your holiday festivities truly exceptional, we're excited to present two magnificent locally-sourced options for your holiday dinner centerpiece: Prime Rib and Spiral Sliced Ham.

Go simple with the sides to keep the holiday prime rib or spiral-sliced ham the star of the show. Here are five sides that will complement, not outshine, the main course.