I love a good tamale! It's hard to resist these delicious dumplings tied up in a natural wrapping of corn husks or banana leaves. There's something so satisfying about unwrapping this decadent edible gift. Feasting on these hearty loaves is even better. Once the leaves are removed, an aromatic shell of corn dough (masa) is... Read More The post 26 Amazing Mexican Side Dishes to Serve with Tamales! appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

As you probably already know, bread is the iconic staple food for almost every cuisine out there! There are so many different types of bread, but it’s always a versatile, hearty, near-perfect side food. If you have an excellent bread you’d like to serve for an event (or even just to treat yourself or your... Read More The post 22 Tasty Dishes to Serve With Bread for a Complete Meal appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

It's well known to those close to me that we eat a lot of chicken in my house. Some friends are even shocked we've yet to start clucking. I make no apologies because chicken is fabulous. It fits my budget, is high in protein, and I've got quite a bag of tricks when it comes... Read More The post 19 + 3 Tasty Side Dishes to Serve with Chicken Piccata appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

Wontons are such an amazing meal, side, or snack! I think my favorite filling has got to be the traditional pork and shrimp, but tofu, green onion, bok choy, and water chestnut is a really close second. While I usually don’t say that meals need to be served with anything else, I would be disappointed... Read More The post 15 Side Dishes to Eat With Wontons appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

This recipe for chicken piccata with lemon sauce is a throwback to my college days, when I worked at a nice local Italian restaurant as a server.  Before then, I had never had chicken piccata, but it quickly became one of my favorite (and quite simple) recipes that I have in my repertoire.   Generally speaking,... Read More The post Chicken Piccata with Lemon Sauce appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

A simple teriyaki salmon is an excellent option for any meal! It can be a quick and easy weeknight dinner with leftovers for lunch, or you can spruce it up and serve it for a special occasion. If you want to really go all out, why not add some side dishes to round out your... Read More The post 17 + 3 Sides to Serve With Teriyaki Salmon appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

I know some people call Rotel Dip “ugly dip”, but I think it’s one of the most beautiful varieties out there – in taste, at least! It’s also so easy to make; it’s just cooked meat (I usually use ground beef), velveeta cheese, and Rotel tomatoes melted and stirred together. You can even make it... Read More The post 14 Perfect Sides to Serve With Rotel Dip appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

If I had been told in 2013 that mocktails would explode on the social scene in 10 years, I'd have given the side eye. But it's happened, and I think it's a beautiful thing. I've become fully immersed in these inclusive creations, many of which are even more delicious than the originals. Non-alcoholic drinks make... Read More The post 10 Best Winter Mocktails appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

Filipino cuisine is so diverse and amazing! Whether you’re munching down on some adobo or enjoying a simple sinangag with breakfast, any day is made better with dishes from the Philippines. Still, one type of dish that’s often overlooked are the desserts! Filipino cuisine features many amazing sweet treats. I’ve gathered up all of my... Read More The post 48 Best Filipino Desserts (w/ Recipes & Pictures!)  appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more

I just adore stuffed bell peppers, especially these Lebanese stuffed bell peppers!!! They’re such a fresh, fun, and nutritious dish. My favorite filling has got to be ground sausage and rice, zucchini, and cheese, but vegan lentil stuffed peppers are a close second. No matter what your filling of choice is, they are a great... Read More The post 32 Tasty Sides to Serve With Stuffed (Bell) Peppers! appeared first on A Pinch of Adventure ..read more