Jose Mier Sun Valley: Discovering the Colorful World of Filipino Halo-Halo
Jose Mier has learned that when it comes to frozen desserts, there is a very big difference between making something cold and making something interesting. Living in Sun Valley, California, I spend plenty of time looking for frozen dessert ideas, and every once in a while I find something that makes me stop and say, …. Read More
Jose Mier Sun Valley: Prickly Pear Paletas Bring the Southwest to the Freezer
Jose Mier has spent plenty of time looking for unusual frozen desserts, but sometimes the best ideas are growing much closer to home than I realize. Living in Sun Valley, California, I am surrounded by the flavors of the American Southwest and Mexico, including one ingredient that makes an especially spectacular frozen treat: the prickly …. Read More
Jose Mier Sun Valley: Exploring the Unique World of Kulfi and an Indian Pistachio Frozen Dessert Recipe
Jose Mier, Sun Valley chef, is my ongoing culinary adventure as I search for frozen desserts that bring something different to the table. As a chef living in Sun Valley, California, I have always believed that a great dessert can tell a story. Sometimes that story comes from a family tradition, sometimes from a specific …. Read More
Jose Mier Sun Valley: Discovering the Elegant French Parfait and a Frozen Dessert Inspired by Classic French Cuisine
Jose Mier says Sun Valley is where my search for unforgettable frozen desserts continues, and I have learned that the world of desserts is much larger than a scoop of ice cream in a bowl. As a chef living in Sun Valley, California, I enjoy exploring recipes from different cultures and discovering the stories behind …. Read More
Jose Mier: Sun Valley and My Delicious Journey into Brazilian Açaí Bowls
Jose Mier here in Sun Valley, and I’ve come to the conclusion that my freezer deserves its own passport. Every time I think I’ve discovered the ultimate frozen dessert, another country introduces me to something completely different. Italy gave me granita. Vietnam introduced me to avocado ice cream. Japan dazzled me with matcha kakigori. This …. Read More
Jose Mier: Sun Valley and the Refreshing World of Japanese Matcha Kakigori
Jose Mier here in Sun Valley, and I’ve reached the point in my frozen dessert adventures where my freezer has become an international terminal. One week I’m in Italy enjoying granita. The next I’m savoring Vietnamese avocado ice cream. This week? I’m heading to Japan without leaving my kitchen. While searching for unique frozen desserts …. Read More
Jose Mier: Sun Valley and My New Obsession with Vietnamese Avocado Ice Cream
Jose Mier here in Sun Valley, and if someone had told me a few years ago that I’d be making ice cream out of avocados, I probably would have smiled politely and slowly backed away from the conversation. Around here, avocados usually end up on toast, in guacamole, or next to tacos—not in dessert. But …. Read More
Jose Mier Sun Valley Cools Off with Classic Italian Coffee Granita
Jose Mier, the famous Sun Valley chef has always appreciated desserts that combine simplicity with unforgettable flavor, and one frozen treat that perfectly embodies that philosophy is Italian coffee granita. Originating in Sicily, granita is a frozen dessert that sits somewhere between a sorbet and a shaved ice, featuring delicate ice crystals and bold flavors. …. Read More
Jose Mier Sun Valley Discovers the Creamy Goodness of Homemade Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
Jose Mier, your friendly neighborhood Sun Valley chef is always searching for frozen dessert recipes that strike the perfect balance between indulgence and freshness. One dessert that has become increasingly popular over the past several decades is homemade strawberry frozen yogurt. Combining the tangy flavor of yogurt with the sweetness of ripe strawberries, this refreshing …. Read More
Jose Mier Sun Valley Enjoys the Bright Flavors of Homemade Mango Sorbet
Jose Mier, Sun Valley lover of mangos and frozen treats enjoys discovering frozen desserts that showcase fresh fruit in its purest form, and few treats capture the flavor of summer better than homemade mango sorbet. Unlike traditional ice cream, sorbet contains no dairy, allowing the natural sweetness and tropical aroma of ripe mangoes to take …. Read More