NEW VIDEO: Small Batch Raspberry Liqueur

Above: Graphics for KQ Season 4, Episode 15.

NEW VIDEO: Small Batch Raspberry Liqueur

In the newest installment of the KQ video series, Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower and partner Philip demonstrate their recipe for homemade Raspberry Liqueur. The KQ crew shows how to create both fresh and frozen berry versions, followed by a taste test.

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

ON THE SET: Taping the Small Batch Raspberry Liqueur Episode

Above: Philip and Mitch on the KQ kitchen set.

ON THE SET: Taping the Small Batch Raspberry Liqueur Episode

After waiting for the mixture(s) to steep for a total of six weeks, KQ host Mitch Hightower and partner chef Philip complete the steps to finish the liqueur. Having used both fresh and frozen raspberries in two separate batches, the KQ crew demonstrates every detail involved in the process. Mitch and Philip finish off the video by tasting both versions of the Small Batch Raspberry Liqueur and offering their feedback. Look for this episode coming up later in August on the Kitchen Queers YouTube® channel.

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

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Raspberry Liqueur

Above: Ingredients have been placed in a large canning type jar.

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Raspberry Liqueur

Recently Mitch and Philip had the occasion to sample raspberry liqueur purchased from the liquor store. While they both agreed it was amazingly delicious, the price tag of $20 for a tiny bottle was a bit much for their budget.

So, our KQ crew decided to investigate creating their own raspberry liqueur. Chef Philip researched recipes, and settled on a technique that required no cooking. Philip put together two versions, one using frozen fruit and the second utilizing fresh raspberries.

Both versions are now stashed in a cool, dark cabinet to steep for six weeks. We'll be reporting on the outcome when the raspberry liqueurs are ready to sample. And we'll show you exactly what the KQ crew did to create Homemade Raspberry Liqueur in a KQ Season 4 video later this summer.

Thanks for watching!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

NEW VIDEO: Orange Walnut Mini Tarte Soleil

Above: Graphics for KQ Season 3, Episode 11.

NEW VIDEO: Orange Walnut Mini Tarte Soleil

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower demonstrates how to make a mini tarte soleil filled with a yummy orange-walnut-raspberry-cinnamon filling.

Watch here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSPdQd9IocA

Photo Tutorial: Fresh Fruit Salad

Above: The KQ Fresh Fruit Salad.

PHOTO TUTORIAL: Fresh Fruit Salad

Combining several kinds of fresh fruit with a yogurt dressing, this salad is easy to make and very refreshing served at a brunch buffet, casual lunch or for a summer dessert.

Check out the photo tutorial here:

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

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. 

BAKING TUTORIAL: Pound Cake

Above: KQ Pound Cake topped with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream and a heaping spoonful of Raspberry Coulis.

BAKING TUTORIAL: Pound Cake

by Chef Mitch

My partner Chef Philip has been busy baking again.  This week he made a classic pound cake.  You can review the photo tutorial for this recipe here:

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

REMINDER: Enlarge the BLOG images by clicking on them.

Below: The pound cake is sliced to serve. 

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Pink Raspberry Tequini.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini

by Chef Mitch

You likely know from reading this BLOG that I'm a big fan of silver tequila.  I also like bold and brightly colored cocktails.  This mix is a great tasting tequila drink, and the intense color makes it perfect when you need a pink Signature Cocktail.

Check out the tutorial on how to mix this cocktail here:

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

Below: The Pink Raspberry tequini is a margarita served like a martini.