Kitchen Queers Blog


This BLOG is the companion to the KQ web site. http://www.kitchenqueers.com
Here you'll find behind the scenes details about our recipes, cocktails, other ideas in development and more.
Thank you for joining us in our San Francisco kitchen, bar and dining room.

Monday, April 11, 2016

NEW VIDEO: Retro Long Island Ice Tea Cocktail - Season 2, Episode 6

Above: YouTube graphic for KQ Season 2, Episode 6.

NEW VIDEO: Retro Long Island Ice Tea Cocktail

The latest episode in Kitchen Queers Season 2 is now available to view on YouTube®.

Cruise here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2-4chMlGlU&spfreload=5


Sunday, April 3, 2016

NEW VIDEO: KQ Fiesta Cocktail - Season 2 Episode 5

Above: Promo graphics for KQ Season 2 Episode 5, featuring guest taste-testers Jesús U. BettaWork and Chef Philip, along with host Mitch Hightower.

NEW VIDEO: Kitchen Queers Fiesta Cocktail

Another installment of the Kitchen Queers video series is available to view on the KQ YouTube channel.


Below: A pair of Fiesta cocktails. 

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

NEW VIDEO: KQ Peanut Butter Truffles, Season 2, Episode 4

Above: Graphics for KQ Season 2, Episode 4.

NEW VIDEO: KQ Peanut Butter Truffles (S2E4-HD)

The newest installment in the Kitchen Queers video series is now available to view. Check out KQ host Mitch Hightower demonstrating how to make peanut butter truffles.


Above: The truffles are coated in white chocolate and dusted with crushed nuts.

Sunday, March 6, 2016

NEW VIDEO: Cheesy Onion Bites - Season 2 Episode 3

Above: Promotional graphic for Season 2, Episode 3, "Cheesy Onion Bites".

NEW VIDEO: Cheesy Onion Bites - Season 2, Episode 3

Check out the newest episode in the Kitchen Queers series, where we make an easy and flavorful appetizer.

Watch the video now, cruise here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN4EsghHt28

Below: A plate of Cheesy Onion Bites hors d'oeuvres.

Monday, February 29, 2016

Popular Bay Area Comedian Jesús U. BettaWork Joins Kitchen Queers Season 2 Cast

Above: Jesús U. BettaWork on the Kitchen Queers "bar set".

Popular Bay Area Comedian Jesús U. BettaWork Joins Kitchen Queers Season 2 Cast
By Mitch Hightower

We're excited to announce new Kitchen Queers Season 2 cast member Jesús U. BettaWork.  Best known as an extremely witty and highly sought-after stand up comic, Jesús brings his magic to Kitchen Queers and covers the bar set in sequins!  Jesús makes his KQ debut as a taste-tester in Season 2, Episode 2, the Hurricane Cocktail tutorial.  Additional episodes featuring Jesús will be available later in KQ Season 2!

View this new KQ episode now, cruise here:

Learn more about Jesús here:

REMINDER: Enlarge the images by clicking on them.

Below: Kitchen Queers promotional graphic for Season 2, Episode 2.  Pictured are Jesús U. BettaWork, Chef Philip and Mitch, as well as the Hurricane Cocktail. 

Monday, February 15, 2016

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

CANDY MAN: Red Chocolate Truffles

Above: KQ Red Chocolate Truffles.

CANDY MAN: Red Chocolate Truffles
by Mitch Hightower

Beautiful to look at, easy to make and decadently delicious, these Red Chocolate Truffles are sure to please the chocolate lovers in your life.  What could be a more perfect gift for your Valentine?

Check out the recipe and photo tutorial here:


Saturday, January 2, 2016

BAKING TUTORIAL: Apple Puff Pastry Braid

Above: The KQ Apple Puff Pastry Braid is ready to serve.

BAKING TUTORIAL: Apple Puff Pastry Braid
by Mitch Hightower

This fancy looking pastry is easy to make and sure to please apple lovers.  Check out the full photo tutorial on the Kitchen Queers web site.


Reminder: Enlarge the images by clicking on them.

Thursday, December 10, 2015

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.


Below: The completed Winter Holiday Garland and Mantel.

Sunday, December 6, 2015

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:


Saturday, November 28, 2015

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

Thursday, November 19, 2015

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.




Saturday, November 14, 2015

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

 WATCH VIDEO NOW CLICK THE PIC
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:

Or on the KQ YouTube® Channel:

Below: A slice of Bacon Pie has been plated with a drizzle of Maple Sour Cream Sauce.
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Wednesday, November 11, 2015

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:

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

Friday, November 6, 2015

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: