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"It's fashionable," she said with a giggle. "And it's functional."
Aprons Shrug Off Sexism, Tie on a TrendIsn't it funny how important it is to "dress the part?" Executives know that "dressing for success" is no joke, and career coaches recommend that young business people invest in a few good wardrobe separates to (read full article)
The Tomato Theme Continues
We're lounging on the deck or patio with a large tomato salad sitting center stage on the table. All we need now is a chilled glass of wine. When we think of pairing wine with tomatoes we usually think of the traditional hot dishes made with tomato (read full article)
Linguine with Mascarpone Cheese
One question I am oft asked at Chef In You, is how I manage to cook my day to day meals with a full time job. Oh well, to be truthful, I don’t cook elaborate meals daily. Most of the time its quick and easy ones which I resort to feed my loved (read full article)
"Sterling Cooper and You” How to Throw a 1960s Mad Men Inspired Party
We have the great pleasure of introducing a very special guest contributor. Embodying the perfect mix of class, savvy & sass, Auntie Carrie's Speakeasy offers a spot-on perspective about entertaining. Read on to enjoy he (read full article)
Shrimp Creole
Here is a Creole favorite: shrimp in spicy red gravy. This is a delightful mix of fresh vegetable and shrimp. It’s a very quick, easy meal with a huge 'wow' factor." Delicious with a bowl of rice. Servings: 6 Ingredients • 3 pounds medium shri (read full article)
Party, Picnic and Potluck with an Healthy Twist. It's the Weekend!
Impress your guests ~ Turn humble crudités into edible centrepieces ~ "Entertaining expert has been inspired by the elegance and simplicity of the south of France ever since he was a boy" Like a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi (read full article)
Bachelor/Bachelorette Inside Scoop!
If you are like the crew at Harriet Magpie, then you are suckers for true love stories. Even if they are constructed and manipulated for reality television shows! We cried when Roberto proposed to Ali; we sighed when Jason hugged his weird son T (read full article)
Mozzarella, Basil & Tomato Grilled Cheese Bruschetta {Stonyfield Recipe Battle}
Mozzarella, Basil, Tomato Grilled Cheese Bruschetta 4 servings (with 4 inch round cookie cutter) NOTES All recipes created by Marla unless otherwise noted. Source organic ingredients when available. Shop for ingredients at the Family Fresh Cooking Am (read full article)
A Year of Celebrations (& a Giveaway)
Camping We all know the major holidays to celebrate, but what about all those days in between? Life is full of reasons to celebrate. Even if there isn’t a holiday in sight, there is always a reason to gather with the ones you love. (read full article)
Behind the bar at Foodies' Night In (8/16)
At a local haunt, there's a tradition of ringing an old bell promptly each day at 5p. The context for the tradition is that when the neighborhood was an old meat-packing district, the locals would listen for the bell to know it was time to j (read full article)
Eggs à la Crème
I can think of no better egg dish or one more beautifully presented than these Eggs A' La Crème. With a cup of hot Haitian coffee, nothing more is needed to start the day! Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS: • 12 eggs • 1/4 cup melted butter • (read full article)
Adding Saucy to your Entertaining Style
Versatility is a secret weapon we use to combat dreary, dull entertaining in so many ways. While traditions can be wonderful, it's the "same old, same old" ho-hum that needs to be avoided at all costs. We're going to explore versatility in (read full article)
Michael Chiarello's Best Ever Potato Fritters
For today's Food Network Friday we're looking at a version of the favorite fried food by Chef Michael Chiarello. He's famous for his Bottega Restaurant in the Napa Valley in California, and his Food Network series "Easy Entertaining with Michael Chi (read full article)
Tropical Grapefruit and Avocado Salad
This is a pretty, refreshing salad, which pairs well with roasted meats and poultry. Grapefruit, and limes are perfect complements to the rich taste and texture of avocado. Servings: 4 Ingredients • 1 grapefruit • 1 avocado • 1 tablespoon (read full article)
Strawberry, Roasted Corn & Avocado Salsa – Summer Fest & OC Fair
Strawberry, Roasted Corn & Avocado Salsa about 4 servings (1/2 cup per person) NOTES All recipes created by Marla unless otherwise noted. Source organic ingredients when available. Shop for ingredients at the Family Fresh Cooking Amazon Store Adj (read full article)
Weekend Entertaining - Eat, Drink and Be Healthy!
Primal pleasures of cooking ~Adam Perry Lang's Backyard Barbecue Grilling "Grilling tips from chef Adam Perry Lang, (Daisy May's BBQ USA), to create a cookout menu full of flavours" After cooking... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi (read full article)
Roast Pork Tenderloin with Romesco Sauce - What Alex SHOULD have made!
Roast Pork Tenderloin with Romesco SauceSo, the other night my husband and I were watching Top Chef (after 6 years, my husband is now hooked - SWEET!) and the chefs challenge was to choose a country and then cook a dish inspired by that country. The (read full article)
What's a savvy host to do about Double-Dipping?
Continuing to share some of the best, brightest & most creative resources for entertaining - and overall savvy perspectives - let's introduce Saucy Dipper, an expert in Hosting your Own Dip Party, who's bringing some focus to an issue of etique (read full article)
Easy Cinnamon Chocolate Fudge
This is such an incredibly easy recipe. My choco-holic friend refers to these as “Petite Pick me Ups“. One of my husband’s colleagues left the country for ever and his wife , who is a chef, had an assortment of kitchen stuff to g (read full article)
Summerfest 2010 - Corn,Crab and Tomatoes - Oh My!
Corn, Crab and Tomato Salad Da da da da!!!! Welcome to Summerfest 2010!!! So, what is Summerfest 2010?? It is a cross blog food extravaganza that celebrates the bounty of the summer harvest. Each week has a theme (this week it (read full article)
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