Books & Magazines

Rosemary Apricot Squares from Baked Explorations

27 October 2010
Rosemary Apricot Squares from Baked Explorations

The rosemary short crust is a treat all it’s own…but wait, there’s more! It’s a triple deckered dessert with a fantastic crust, sweet and tangy filling and crumbly topping goodness.

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Pumpkin Cheddar Muffins from Baked Explorations

11 October 2010
Pumpkin Cheddar Muffins

These are the boss of savory, seasonal pumpkin muffins. It’s moist, has a slight pepper bite with a fantastic textured muffin crown of sharp cheddar and pepitas.

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New Cookbook: “Dulce: Desserts in the Latin-American Tradition” by Joseluis Flores

26 April 2010
Dulce: Desserts in the Latin-American Tradition by Joseluis Flores

  I’ve had the Dulce: Desserts in the Latin-American Tradition by Joseluis Flores, in my Amazon.com shopping cart for weeks - about to pre-order (release date: May 04, 2010).   I was happily surprised when the publisher forwarded a review copy of this beautiful cookbook.  It had to be the power of thought! This new cookbook features flavors of the [...]

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François Payard’s Patisserie & Other Macaron Indulgences

29 January 2010
François Payard’s Patisserie & Other Macaron Indulgences

Earlier this month I finally opened the December 2009 issue of Food & Wine Magazine.    The issue included an article entitled “Lesson in French Cookies: Baking Macarons” by Emily Kaiser.   The write-up featured French pastry chef François Payard demonstrating to Jason Wu (Fashion designer – designed Michelle Obama’s inaugural gown) his macaron making process.    It’s a great article and [...]

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Costco’s Annual Cookbook – Home Cooking

28 November 2009
Costco’s Annual Cookbook – Home Cooking

Costco is a very dangerous place for me.  I really try to limit the number of visits per month because I’ll end up leaving with way more than I should’ve.   Never go to Costco hungry!   It’s a great and fun place!  Who can beat the eggs and variety & price of nuts especially when you love [...]

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Bouchon Bistro opens in Southern California

18 November 2009
Thomas Keller Napa Restaurants

Last fall we spent some days in Napa hoping to catch the fall harvest and enjoy some autumn colors.    Not really knowing what to expect on our trip except for the obvious…wineries and good food, I wasn’t very organized in way of making reservations at restaurants.   My bad. We stayed in Yountville at the Yountville [...]

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