If you haven’t had a chance to check out the fresh posts Chef James has developed over at SmokingHotChef.Com in the past month, here are a few of the highlights.

• A great rebate on Pearl Vodka is available. Use your posh yet frugal haul for cocktails, or whip up some of vodka cream sauce to serve over pasta. (He’s graciously provided the recipe!)
• Check out the Smoking Hot Chef’s fresh take on coq au vin. It uses white wine instead of red for a lighter overall feel, yet is still more than decadent with the addition of heavy cream served alongside of garlic mashed potatoes.
• Looking for a sexy new appetizer suitable for summer? He’s got a great new creation using cucumbers and mixed spring greens. We also have a video clip of how to do this. Look for it in our PFN videos section for specific how-to instruction.

There’s also a recipe there that takes Alfredo to the next level. All in all it’s worth catching up, particularly for all of the foodies in the house. So head over and visit.

Photo Credit: Smoking Hot Chef