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Holiday Entertaining: Cookies
The holiday season can be one big, sparkly ball of stress. Between the frenzy of shopping, the invariably embarrassing company parties and all that comes with seeing the family in large numbers, things can get pretty sticky. But one thing … Continue reading
Posted December 6, 2011 by Sean
Super Spooky Halloween Recipes
Part of the fun of Halloween is turning everyday foods into kooky, quirky, spooky and outright creepy dishes that thrill and chill. Every year we get a good chuckle out of some of the more outlandish creations we see. Here’s … Continue reading
Posted October 28, 2011 by Sean
Seasonal Eats: Roasted Squash Seeds
Pumpkin seeds are a popular autumn snack, not least because they are a handy by-product from Halloween Jack-o-lantern carving. But they needn’t be limited to late October. The seeds from any winter squash can be used. Photo credit by jaxzin, … Continue reading
Posted October 26, 2011 by Sean
Ketchup’s Worldly History
We take ketchup for granted. It’s one of the most ubiquitous condiments on the American table, the undisputed pack leader with its cohorts mustard and mayonnaise. Its tomato-y tang is a requisite companion to our most iconic foods — hamburgers, hot … Continue reading
Posted August 24, 2011 by Sean
On Our Radar: Charcutepalooza
DIY food has been a growing trend in recent years. Canning preserves and pickles has become as commonplace a pastime as crossword puzzles or yoga. Canning Across America, a group dedicated to evangelizing the virtues of home food preserving, is … Continue reading
Posted August 15, 2011 by Sean
Seasonal Eats: Squash Blossoms
Maybe you don’t eat flowers every day (unless you’re REALLY into artichokes). Pretty pansies in salads and candied violets in desserts are a nice touch, but just a hair precious. But there’s one flower that we can’t get enough of … Continue reading
Posted August 5, 2011 by Sean
Life’s a Bowlful of Cherries. Get the Pits Out.
When they’re in their fleeting season, we can’t get enough of cherries, whether they’re mouth-puckering sour cherries, sweet and blonde Rainiers or deep, winy bings. But if you want to do anything with them other than eating out of hand, … Continue reading
Posted August 2, 2011 by Sean
On Our Radar: Cake Pops
Life is all about the little indulgences. Take cake, for example. Sure, you could chow down on a whole huge slice of it, but sometimes you just want one perfect bite of it. (Okay, maybe two bites.) And if that … Continue reading
Posted August 2, 2011 by Sean
Sauerkraut: Kicked Up Cabbage
We’re just krazy about kraut. This “sour cabbage,” as the name translates from German, is so much more than just a hot dog topping. It is a food that is rich with history and full of health benefits. Oh, and … Continue reading
Posted August 1, 2011 by Sean
Summer Entertaining: Cocktail Party
Nothing’s more satisfying than sipping a sophisticated cocktail on a sultry summer evening. Just as we adore our artisan food purveyors, so too do we appreciate a good craft spirit as the backbone for a memorable drink. We’ve chosen a … Continue reading
Posted July 19, 2011 by Sean
