Stay Sharp: Five Knives You Need In Your Kitchen Now
This is to serve as a guide to home chefs to be able to execute many dishes with their knife skills using the proper tools for each job. I hope that this blog cuts out a lot of research and confusion in marketing which exists on determining the correct brand knives to purchase. But first, […]
For The Love Of Olive Oil
Olive Oil is something I love and use liberally in my cooking, perhaps going through as much as 15 liters per year. Olive Oil is like wine in the fact that it has so many aromas and flavors. I have always had an insatiable appetite to learn anything and everything about food and wine so […]
7 Steps To Building The Ultimate Wine Collection
Have you ever dreamed of having an amazing wine collection in your home? I remember the first bottle of wine in my collection which was a gift from from my mother of 1995 Felsina Chianti Classico Riserva. My personal wine collection in my home in Florida represents my evolving palate much like the interests of […]
Eggplant: A fruit by any other name…
Eggplant happens to be one of my favorite fruits. Yes, I said fruit. And it’s because eggplant has seeds and comes from a flowering plant as opposed to a root or a stem. In England, Australia and France eggplant is known as Aubergine. Eggplant is an Old World fruit with Asian origins dating back to […]
Let’s Talk Curry!
I’ve spent the last twenty years of my career traveling and exploring different cultures around the world. With these explorations also came the delicious discovery of new flavors and cultural insight with every bite and taste. I founded UNWINED based on the very premise that we should all be in constant pursuit of new cultures, […]
Indian Food: Millet and Butternut Squash Khichdi
As long as I can remember I have been obsessed with learning every single culture in the entire world through their food, arts and wine (if they make it). I befriended people from all over the globe which brought me immense happiness. My zealous pursuit of knowledge and yearning for the authentic cuisine which so […]
My Hidden Gems: Dallas, Texas
With all of my travels to cities around the world, I always find local gems that beautifully represent the city’s energy, passion and heart. In the year that I have resided in Dallas, Texas, I have been pleasantly surprised to discover incredible people and places. Here are five of my local favorites that should also […]
My Name Is Roger Bissell…Who Am I?
I have often wondered myself in my brain like everyone else ” Who is Roger Bissell?” I’ve had an incredibly diverse career that has afforded me an opportunity to travel the world and work with many individuals and organizations. Constantly in a state of learning and improving! I am still excited about what the future […]
