Occasionally, a big mug of homemade soup sounds like the perfect dinner.  It may be made ahead (is even better if it is) and enjoyed when ready.  Since the World Cup is in progress

In about one hour, I can make it to a fishing spot on the Pacific Ocean.   However, whenever my sweet wife longs for some fresh fish, all I have to do is take

My sweet wife and I enjoy being in Panama on a Tourist Visa.  The country allows visitors to hang out there for stretches of six months at a time.  However, after the 180 days

Are you planning a BBQ for Father’s Day?  Here’s an idea that will bring big flavor to the party! It matters not whether you plan to roast, grill, smoke or fry, if you are starting

With Father’s Day on the near horizon, I know many of you will be celebrating by entertaining or having a Bar-B-Que.  It is always nice to have something tasty to munch on in either

A whole fresh pineapple produces a big pile of sweet, delectable fruit. Here in Panama, they are always available and travel a short distance to market … super fresh; not to mention they are

Once upon a time, there was a fellow that looked up to his older brother in all things.  The older brother had always watched over his younger sibling and protected him as much as

For Memorial Day I decided to smoke some chicken.  I am fortunate to have a handy dandy electric Bradley Smoker and it was calling my name.  For this effort, I wanted a different flavor than

One really versatile item to have on hand in the pantry is canned tuna.  It has a long shelf life and can be used in quick salads or as the main ingredient in hearty

When I was a kid, Mother regularly bought Swanson Chicken and Beef Pot Pies.  I liked them, probably because of the pastry outside and the gravy-like inside.  About 3 years ago, I started making