As I told you the other day, we have some friends who have too many cherry trees on their land and therefore have more buckets of super-ripe sour cherries than they know what to do with. We're...
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Wine seems to be the prominent theme this weekend at festivals around the world. There are many spectacular looking events to choose from. There's the Rocky Mountain Wine and Food Festival in...
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Filed in archive Recipes
by Jennifer on May 27, 2008
This mouthwatering recipe has proven itself over and over after almost twelve years. Twelve years. That's pretty significant. I can think of a lot of things that I loved to eat twelve years ago...
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The sour cherry season is in full swing here. And that means we'll be the happy recipients of many gift bags overflowing with the tart little treats from friends and neighbors. The first thing I...
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Rotisserie chickens are as ubiquitous to France as a daily baguette. They are the perfect thing to tuck into my market bag and bring home for lunch after a busy morning of buying fruit, vegetables and...
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There's a mini war going on in our garden. It's the Snails vs. Us. Who can eat the most Swiss Chard first, before the Chard season is over? I broke off a dozen leaves Thursday then patiently...
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This Saturday is the Sagra dei Limoni - The Lemon Feast - in a village that is surrounded by lemon groves, Monterosso al Mare, Italy. The village's shop windows will all be decorated with lemons,...
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Rhubarb adds a zippy flavor to recipes that is unlike any other. When combined with strawberries, cherries, apples, and other fruits, the flavor only gets better. On the savory side, rhubarb makes a...
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During my ongoing, daily search for inspiring recipes and food stories, I've come across some brilliant ones this week! © deeleea Amy at We Are Never Full has shared her version of an amazing...
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Recently I was given a Spanish cookbook to review and now I'm inspired! Over the years I've made Spanish food here and there; Paella was a staple in our house years ago, I love Sangria and...
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Plenty to chose from this weekend: The Seattle Cheese Festival kicks off today.The Seattle Cheese Festival will return for the fourth year, May 16-18th 2008. As artisanal cheese production grows, so...
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Banon à la Feuille, one of the most delicious cheeses I've ever tasted, is being celebrated at la Fête du fromage à Banon this weekend in Provence. © jurvetson Banon is a goat's milk...
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Filed in archive Recipes
by Jennifer on May 12, 2008
About a month ago I was looking for a light dessert recipe to follow a heavy main course of homemade gumbo that I was making for our French friends. They always appreciate it when I make dishes from...
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Filed in archive Contests
by Jennifer on May 10, 2008
Do you have a budding actor or actress growing up in your home? If so, this contest is for you! The National Mango Board has a cooking video contest running for young chefs. The Rising Mango Star...
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Some of this weekend's Food and Drink Festival highlights around the globe: Two weeks of culinary and gastronomic pleasures are yours to enjoy at the Cape Good Food and Wine Show. There are many...
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The Farmer's Markets are bursting with color this month! Different varieties of red, sweet strawberries are on offer almost everywhere, as is tangy rhubarb. Stone fruits such as apricots and...
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The Grilling Season is upon us! Here are some great items that will make your outdoor cooking experience a little easier and more comfortable. Here's a brilliant idea; A Jalapeño Roaster! Just...
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I am hereby guilty of being wrong about rhubarb. The other day I posed a question about what to do with a recent rhubarb purchase. Donna responded that a Crumble was the way to go, and I couldn't...
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Filed in archive Holidays
by Jennifer on May 02, 2008
The holiday of Cinco De Mayo, The 5th Of May, commemorates the victory of the Mexican militia over the French army at The Battle Of Puebla in 1862. It is primarily a regional holiday celebrated in the...
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There are too many events to list this weekend! Here are some of the highlights: A Taste of the Dales in Leyburn, England offers a weekend of local food vendors, cooking demonstrations, farming...
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