Memorial Day Weekend has come and gone which means it’s officially summer, right? Well it is in my book anyway. Over the 
weekend across the country, grills were sparked up for their kickoff barbeque, beaches opened to the public, and we went ham on burgers, hot dogs, and pasta salad. Ready or not, grilling season is here. It’s amazing how much better a burger tastes when it comes off a piping hot grill, don’t you think? But it seems that less and less people are kicking it old school with charcoal these days and it’s a shame. Some people may consider charcoal grills to be too high maintenance but I think they’re great. Plus, there are some major benefits to using charcoal compared to gas and so if you’re not on board yet, you may think again after today’s post.Continue Reading
You HAVE to Try This Pasta Trick
So you guys know by now that I’m a foodie turned health nut. Don’t worry this blog will never focus on kale and quinoa (though I do love enjoying both of those ingredients on a regular basis). However, from time to time I may share some fun chef tricks that 
don’t include adding more butter, oil, or sugar. Like today! I am going to share a cooking hack with you that will make every pasta dish you ever prepare taste even more decadent and lush and it all starts with the water.Continue Reading
McKinney & Doyle Celebrates 30 Years
Today’s post will be short but sweet. I wanted to take a moment to congratulate my father, as well as the entire McKinney and Doyle family on celebrating the business’ 30-year anniversary this month. Last Sunday, May 8 marked three decades of early mornings, late nights, shared celebrations, working holidays, and devotion to the 
Pawling community and beyond for M&D and I couldn’t be more proud and honored to be even just a small part of this legacy.Continue Reading
Master Chef Albert Kumin: My Mentor, My Idol, My Friend
This post was written by Shannon McKinney, Chef & owner of McKinney & Doyle in Pawling, New York.
If you are as lucky in life as I have been, you are surrounded by people that support you, care for, and love you. My wife, children and the staff at McKinney and Doyle are my rocks and the ones that really keep me happy and 
moving forward.
There is a man, however, that changed my life and set me on a career path that led to the opening of McKinney and Doyle 30 years ago. I was recently reunited with him after a 25 year lapse and I want to share the story with everyone.Continue Reading