I took my cue from my friends at the Department of Agriculture to fill me in on the ingredients best suited for harvest in the mid-summer months. Naturally, this led me to the only logical conclusion. Of course, I had a little help from the staff where my friend Anna shares my passion for good food and entertaining friends. It was with their expert knowledge of fresh seasonal produce and Anna’s excitement for food that this collaborative effort was born.
24-6 Winter Issue
Recipes
No sushi experience would be complete without a piping hot bowl of miso soup. A Japanese staple, it’s actually one of the easiest dishes you can make. It has only a few ingredients, but according to Toro Fusion Sushi Bar and Grill, timing is everything. Here’s something you might not know: miso is produced by fermenting rice, barley, and/or soybeans, with salt and mold. Typically, miso is made with soy and is a thick paste used for sauces and dressings. It’s also used with stock or water to make soup.
However, Toro puts a bit of a twist on their soup to give it extra kick and Philip Chang, owner, is glad to share it with Bakersfield Magazine readers.
26-5 Health Issue
Quick Bites
In chilly weather, everyone is looking to make a day out of curling up in front of the fireplace with a blanket and a cup of cocoa. But when the tummy starts rumbling, the first thing we look for is a bowl of Grandma’s soup.
27-4 Corporate Relocation Issue
Entertaining the Bakersfield Way
No taco bars for this menu. Let’s try something different: Tricked-Out Chicken Chili! This is a savory chili, full of flavor, with just the right amount of kick to give your guests a skip in their step!
29-6 Women & Business Issue
Entertaining the Bakersfield Way
This tomato soup is classic and perfect for when the weather is still cool. It takes no time at all to prepare and it will warm you and your family right up.