NEW VIDEO: Winter Holiday Garland and Mantel Project

Above: Graphic for Kitchen Queers Season 1, Episode 11.

NEW VIDEO: Winter Holiday Garland and Mantel Project

The most recent installment in the Kitchen Queers video series is ready to view.  Watch KQ Host Mitch Hightower create a winter holiday garland in this first-time arts and crafts video.

Go here: http://www.kitchenqueers.com/video/season1/episode11

Below: The completed Winter Holiday Garland and Mantel.

DIY DECOR: Winter Holiday Wreath Project

Above: The 2015 KQ Winter Wreath.

DIY DECOR: Winter Holiday Wreath Project

Learn how to make this colorful and striking wreath in a new photo tutorial on the Kitchen Queers web site.

Go here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/party/holidaywreathPURPLE

NEW VIDEO: Holiday Ecstasy Cocktail Tutorial (KQ Season 1, Episode 10)

Above: Graphics for Season 1, Episode 10.

NEW VIDEO: Holiday Ecstasy Cocktail Tutorial

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower shows you how to make his recipe for this lovely layered cocktail, go here: http://www.kitchenqueers.com/video/season1/episode10

NEW VIDEO: Welcome to Kitchen Queers

Above: Graphic for KQ "Welcome" video.

NEW VIDEO: Welcome to Kitchen Queers

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower provides an insight into the KQ show concept in this promotional video featuring scenes from Kitchen Queers Season 1 episodes.  Taste testers Chef Philip Buchan and Austin also appear.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/HPpqgaH9aqY

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Pie Tutorial - Season 1, Episode 9

Above: Click the graphic to view the video.

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Pie Tutorial - Season 1, Episode 9

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower shows you how to make Bacon Pie and Maple Sour Cream Sauce topping.  The recipe contains a pound of bacon!

Check out the video in the KQ web site:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/video/season1/episode9

Or on the KQ YouTube® Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gh5_7Tf27k

Below: A slice of Bacon Pie has been plated with a drizzle of Maple Sour Cream Sauce.

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Chicken Egg Rolls

Above: The KQ Chicken Egg Rolls served on a bed of bean chili.

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Chicken Egg Rolls

by Mitch Hightower

Chef Philip and myself have perfected our Chicken Egg Rolls recipe and now we're sharing it in a new photo tutorial.  Check out the step-by-step instructions for this tasty deep fried dish, go here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/eggrollsCHICKEN/

Below: The egg rolls get nice and crisp in the deep fryer in only three minutes. 

NEW VIDEO: Jacked Up Chocolate Bark

NEW VIDEO: Jacked Up Chocolate Bark

Check out KQ Host Mitch Hightower in Season 1, Episode 8 where he shows how to make an updated version of a holiday candy classic.

Watch video now on the Kitchen Queers YouTube® Channel here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6qPiEcS81s

Binge Watch the First Seven Episodes of Kitchen Queers on YouTube

Binge Watch the First Seven Episodes of Kitchen Queers

View Season One episodes on the KQ YouTube Channel, go here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cngwUYg5tc&list=PLGc8wXdGFo92jPKrf85wQ6TizgN1s2Nb2

NEW VIDEO: Pink Diamond Cocktail Tutorial

Above: Graphics for KQ Season 1, Episode 7.

NEW VIDEO: Pink Diamond Cocktail Tutorial

by Mitch Hightower

Check me out in the seventh installment in Season 1 of the Kitchen Queers video series. This episode I'll show you how to mix my famous Pink Diamond Cocktail and you'll learn how to make the chocolate swizzle sticks I use for a garnish.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peDzYOUX9gk

NEW VIDEO: Spicy Garlic Hummus and Baked Pita Chips

Above: KQ Spicy Garlic Hummus and Baked Pita Chips.

NEW VIDEO: Spicy Garlic Hummus and Baked Pita Chips Tutorial

by Mitch Hightower

Greetings Peeps! Season 1, Episode 6 is now available to view on the Kitchen Queers YouTube Channel. In this installment, I'll show you how to make my hummus recipe and pita chips are also on the menu. Chef Philip serves as the "Guest Taste Tester" for this episode.

Watch now, cruise here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBGowU76IAQ

TIPSY TUESDAY: Sloe Gin Fizz Cocktail Video Tutorial

Above: Graphic for the KQ Sloe Gin Fizz Cocktail video.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Sloe Gin Fizz Cocktail Video Tutorial

by Chef Mitch

Greetings Peeps! Check me out in the latest Kitchen Queers video. Season 1, Episode 5 has me making a delicious Sloe Gin Fizz Cocktail.

Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGRh8rVcqZc

ON THE SET: Taping Cutaway Scenes

Above: Host Mitch Hightower on the KQ "Dining Room" set.

ON THE SET: Taping Cutaway Scenes

by Chef Mitch

This image is a "screen capture" from video footage shot yesterday on the Kitchen Queers "dining room" set. We were taping "cutaway" scenes for Episode 5. Cutaway scenes, (sometimes called cut-in scenes or cut-in shots), are video segments that are interspersed with the other footage to help narrate the story as the action unfolds. This is a technique that is popular in reality TV shows and instructional videos.

View the Kitchen Queers YouTube Channel here:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

SPINACH SOUP: How I Finally Got My Family to Eat Green Leafy Vegetables

Above: KQ Spinach Soup served with croutons.

SPINACH SOUP: How I Finally Got My Family to Eat Green Leafy Vegetables

by Chef Mitch

Here at my house everyone likes soup.  Meanwhile, it's been hard to incorporate more green leafy vegetables because we are not fans of the "kale" trend.  So I made SPINACH SOUP, and my family went wild!  I made a double batch, and it still wasn't enough because it was gone in two days.  I'll be making more of this recipe for sure.

Check out the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/spinachsoup

Below: Two pounds of baby spinach is used in this recipe. 

TIPSY TUESDAY: Tequini Sunrise

Above: The KQ Tequini Sunrise.  The cocktail on the left has been stirred.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Tequini Sunrise

by Chef Mitch

We retooled the classic Tequila Sunrise, by shaking it with ice and serving it "martini style".  You can let the grenadine float at the bottom, or stir the cocktail after pouring to create a vibrant and colorful drink.

Check out the photo tutorial for the Tequini Sunrise here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/tequinisunrise

REMINDER: Enlarge the images by clicking on them.

Below: Mitch adds the grenadine to a Tequini Sunrise cocktail. 

TABLE SETTING IDEAS: Pink Glitz

Above: Another glamorous table setting suggestion.

TABLE SETTING IDEAS: Pink Glitz

by Chef Mitch

This table setting takes on a glitzy vibe thanks to the gorgeous pink sequin tablecloth. See how we put this unique tabletop together here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/party/placesettingideas2015pinkglitz/

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Pie Crust Calzone

Above: KQ Pie Crust Calzone right out of the oven.

PIE CRUST CALZONE TUTORIAL

by Chef Mitch

This easy to make recipe combines all of the flavors you might expect in a Calzone, without the fuss of making dough yourself.

Check out the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/piecrustcalzone/

Above: KQ Marinara Sauce is used in this recipe.  Learn how to make KQ Marinara Sauce here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/marinarasauce/

Above: Calzone was cut in half to serve.

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Baked Meatballs

Above: KQ Baked Meatballs.

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Baked Meatballs

Chef Philip shows us how to make Baked Meatballs. The recipe includes a combination of pork and beef.

View the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/bakedmeatballs/

TIPSY TUESDAY: Mint Margarita

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Mint Margarita.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Mint Margarita

This very tasty cocktail features silver tequila and creme de menthe.  Check out the photo tutorial that shows exactly how to mix this drink here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/mintmargarita/

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Above: The KQ Roasted Red Pepper Soup served with a dollop of sour cream.

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Roasted Red Pepper Soup

by Chef Mitch

Chef Philip and I have perfected the KQ Roasted Red Pepper Soup recipe and a new photo tutorial shows exactly how we make this spicy and delicious soup.

Go here: http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/roastedredpeppersoup/

Below: Red bell peppers are used in this recipe.

NEW VIDEO: Mitch Makes "Sausage Balls" Party Buffet Appetizers

Above: Graphic for the "Sausage Balls" video tutorial.

NEW VIDEO: Mitch Makes "Sausage Balls" Party Buffet Appetizers

The fourth episode of Kitchen Queers Season 1 is now available to view on the KQ YouTube Channel. This installment has KQ Host Mitch Hightower making Sausage Balls along with Spicy Thousand Island Dipping Sauce.  Chef Philip Buchan serves as the "taste tester" for this episode.

Watch this video now, go here:

https://youtu.be/eRt83KkbKFA

TIPSY TUESDAY: Blue Lagoon Cocktail

Above: Mitch pours Blue Lagoon cocktails.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Blue Lagoon Cocktail

This easy recipe makes a very refreshing vodka based summer cocktail. Check out the mix and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/bluelagoon/

SUNDAY SNACKS - Beer Batter Onion Rings

Above: KQ Beer Batter Onion Rings.

SUNDAY SNACKS - Beer Batter Onion Rings

by Chef Mitch

I am so in the mood for something fried, and these onions rings are sure to please. They're also not hard to make, review the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/onionringsBEER/

Below: Onion rings getting crisp in the deep fryer.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Melon Margarita

Above: Mitch pours a Melon Margarita.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Melon Margarita

by Chef Mitch

One of our favorite summer cocktails is the KQ Melon Margarita.  In this case it's being served in a tumbler over ice.  If you like melon and tequila, this is the cocktail for you!

Review the recipe and photo tutorial for this beverage here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/melonmargarita

NEW VIDEO: Mitch Makes "Cilantro Free" Salsa

Above: Graphic for the "Green Chile & Tomato Salsa" video tutorial.

NEW VIDEO: Mitch Makes "Cilantro Free" Salsa

The third episode of Kitchen Queers Season 1 is now available to view on the KQ YouTube Channel. This installment has KQ Host Mitch Hightower making salsa, with partner Chef Philip and pal Austin serving as "taste testers".

Watch this video now, go here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cngwUYg5tc

TIPSY TUESDAY: KQ Pineapple Mint Cooler Cocktail Video Tutorial

Above: Mitch pours Pineapple Mint Cooler cocktails.

TIPSY TUESDAY: KQ Pineapple Mint Cooler Cocktail Video Tutorial

by Chef Mitch

Episode 2 from KQ Season 1 is now available to view in HD on YouTube, go here:

https://youtu.be/MN8oJrQYKns

FRESH FRUIT SAUCE: No Cook "Spiked" Raspberry Coulis

Above: Ultra-smooth Spiked Raspberry Coulis.

FRESH FRUIT SAUCE: No Cook "Spiked" Raspberry Coulis

by Chef Mitch

This easy to make fruit sauce features gorgeous fresh raspberries and just enough triple sec to call it spiked. We serve this sauce on pound cake, over vanilla ice cream and it's also excellent in a mixed vodka cocktail.

Review the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/raspberrycoulis/

Below: Fresh raspberries have been rinsed and drained. 

ON THE SET: Mitch Makes a Pineapple Mint Cooler

Above: KQ Host Mitch Hightower on the Kitchen Queers set.

ON THE SET: Mitch Makes a Pineapple Mint Cooler

The KQ Crew taped another episode today, with host Mitch Hightower showing us how to make his signature "Pineapple Mint Cooler" cocktail.

Review the online photo tutorial for this mix here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/pineapplemintcooler/

NATIONAL DONUT DAY: We Made Beignets

Above: Beignet batter in the deep fryer.

NATIONAL DONUT DAY: We Made Beignets

by Chef Mitch

Today, June 5, 2015 is NATIONAL DONUT DAY.  So we made batter and deep fried a batch of beignets.

Check out the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/beignets/

Below: Beignets were dredged in powdered sugar after frying. 

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Pink Raspberry Tequini.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini

by Chef Mitch

If you've been following KQ then you likely already know we are fans of serving drinks Martini style even when they don't contain Martini ingredients.  The Pink Raspberry Tequini features silver tequila and is the perfect pink drink for a pink Pride celebration.

Review the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/pinkraspberrytequini/

REMINDER: Enlarge the BLOG images by clicking on them.

Below: A duo of Pink Raspberry Tequini cocktails. 

DON'T BE AFRAID OF DESSERT: Chocolate Egg Rolls

Above: A KQ Chocolate Egg Roll has been plated atop raspberry coulis and dusted with powdered sugar.

DON'T BE AFRAID OF DESSERT: Chocolate Egg rolls

by Chef Mitch

We make egg rolls often.  For this incarnation, we decided to go in the direction of dessert.  So these egg rolls are filled with chocolate and cream cheese and deep fried until golden.

Review the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/eggrollsCHOCOLATE/

Below: White and dark chocolate chips combine with cream cheese for the egg roll filling. 

KQ WEB UPDATE: Eight New Recipes and Photo Tutorials

Above: A screen cap image shows the updated KQ site.

KQ WEB UPDATE: 8 New Recipes and Photo Tutorials

by Chef Mitch

Today the KitchenQueers web site was updated with eight new recipes and photo tutorials, including comfort food items like Pie Crust Calzone and Sweet Potato Fries.

Check out the updates here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/

ON THE SET: Taping New Episodes

Above: KQ Host Mitch Hightower on the KQ set.

ON THE SET: Taping New Episodes

by Chef Mitch

We're back on the set taping new tutorials you'll be able to view very soon.  In the image above, I've just finished demonstrating how to make a "Blue Tequini".

Find the Blue Tequini recipe here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/bluetequini/

EASY APPETIZER: Black Bean Nachos

Above: KQ Black Bean Nachos topped with sour cream.

EASY APPETIZER: Black Bean Nachos

by Chef Mitch

This very easy to make appetizer is a great party treat or TV night snack.  With only six ingredients, (if you include sour cream topping); and a bake time of 20 minutes, it won't be too long before these are ready to serve.

Check out the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/food/nachosBLACKBEAN/

Below: The nachos are baked on the center rack of a 350 degree oven. 

TIPSY TUESDAY: Neon Daddy Cocktail

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Neon Daddy.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Neon Daddy Cocktail

by Chef Mitch

For those who love the flavor of orange, or when you need a bold green signature cocktail, consider the Neon Daddy.  Very easy to make and very easy on the tongue as well.

Review the recipe and photo tutorial here:

http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/neondaddy