Gourmet Economist

The Intersection of Culinary Craft and Economics Insight

Month: October 2021

Chicken Shawarma with Serrano-Garlic Yogurt Sauce

I’m a big fan of authentic chicken shawarma — a classic middle eastern style street food. Traditionally, to make shawarma, meat is cut into thin slices, stacked, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical rotisserie. But, at home, in the absence…

Apple Cider Mezcalita

Here’s a fall twist to the refreshing summer margaritas! I made it with spiced cider from Trader Joe’s and Del Maguey Vida Mezcal. On the rim I added just a hint of habanero pepper powder to the cinnamon sugar for some added kick…