Creamy, sharp, woody, mild…the choices are endless. And just like a fine wine or a good beer, Cheese should be appreciated. And there is no better way to experience cheese in its purest form than to hold a tasting. Here are a few things to keep in mind… Temperature.All cheese should be served at room […]
As previously mentioned in this post, Dana McCauley predicts that the next health food trend will be black foods & ingredients. Although far from healthy, I love the unexpected look of the black foods below. From black sea salt to black carrots to black chicken and yes, even black sesame see ice cream – the […]
Love it or hate it, black licorice is making a come back. This highly polarizing flavor is showing up in the hottest restaurants in both savory and sweet fare. Clockwise from top left:Licorice sauceSquab Watermelon Foie Gras with Black Licorice from Alinea via FlickrLa Reglisse Macaroons from LadureeSalmon poached with licorice from The Fat DuckLicorice […]
Is your New Year’s Resolution to try new foods – open your mind and mouth to new tastes? Are you constantly searching for the gourmet treat that will have everyone at your table gasping (or gagging)? edible is the complete resource for everything…well…uh…unique? Perfect for the insectivore, carnivore or herbivore who’s tired of the same […]
Who wouldn’t love to receive one of these delightful Holiday Package Cakes by Let Them Eat Cake? Perfect for the ‘oh my goodness, I can eat another bit’ holidays! Each cake is a decadent four layers high, white butter cake with pecan brittle bits baked in and layered with a caramel buttercream. Oh, and did […]