Executive Chef Maria Germania Diaz offers her favorite recipes to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean at home with Tequila Grilled Shrimp Shooter and Mojito Caribe Frozen Read More
This is a repost from About.com, because we think our readers need to see it. As someone that for years thought I had a sulfite allergy-I may have been wrong. So, why ARE sulfites added to foods? Sulfites are added to foods for various reasons. These include: Reduction of spoilage by bacteria Slows the browning of... Read More
April is Earth Month, and for many, that means slowing down your energy usage, unplugging, and doing things the old fashioned way. Instead of buying a box of pasta or gassing up the car and dining out, show your love for the planet by trying your hand at ravioli, made from scratch. Founder Michael Finizio... Read More
After one bite of this delicious Chocolate Meringue Pie, this melt-in-your-mouth pie always gets an ooh-la-la. For cream to properly whip, place mixing bowl and/or beaters in the freezer for about 2 hours prior to preparing whipped cream. MERINGUE 2 egg whites, at room temperature ½ cup sugar ⅛ teaspoon cream of tartar ½ cup... Read More
The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce’s annual showcase of local eateries has grown over the years to be known as “the ultimate foodie festival.” The 30th Annual Taste of Winter Park presented by CenturyLink is expected to live up to the moniker on Wednesday, April 15, 2015, at the Winter Park Farmers’ Market. More than... Read More
Sunday, April 27, 2014 The James Hotel, 55 E. Ontario St, Chicago 5:00-8:00 pm – General admission [4:00-5:00 pm – VIP reception] An energetic and interactive culinary event where YOU get to be the food critic! Watch three of Chicago’s top chefs compete to win your vote! This year Food Fight is featuring executive chefs ... Read More
East Bay Vintners Alliance Presents the Sixth Annual “Passport to East Bay Wines” Local Wineries open their doors to the public for tastings, entertainment for once-a-year weekend event March 15-16 Once a year, the urban winemakers of the East Bay, open their doors to the public for a “Passport to the East Bay Wines” weekend... Read More
Champagne Cupcakes: Ingredients: For the cake: 1/2 cup butter softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1-3/4 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup Champagne, prosecco, or your choice of sparkling wine For the pastry cream: 1/2 cup heavy cream,... Read More