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Reviews

Ecce Capra: Behold, the Goat Milk Caramels

February 4, 2010

Happy Goat creator Michael Winnike brings us a new line of delectable, capricious caramels that you’ll fall in love with. I’m even giving some away to prove it.

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The Heartbreak of Cookbook Overwhelm

February 1, 2010

Tired of being overwhelmed by endless cookbook titles? Take heart: pro cookbook connoisseur Samantha Tackeff guides us through the new cookbook jungle. Let her advise you on the good versus the pointless.

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I Heart Macarons, by Hisako Ogita

January 14, 2010

A book review of I <3 Macarons, by Japanese pastry chef Hisako Ogita. Leave a comment or tweet the post to win a free copy of the book!

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Food Blogger Spotlight: Zoë Francois and Jeff Hertzberg on Gluten Free Breads Recipes

December 22, 2009

This week we chat with Zoë Francois and Jeff Hertzberg, authors of the new baking book, Healthy Bread in Five Minutes a Day, which just so happens to have an entire section on baking gluten free bread!

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Review: The Pioneer Woman Cooks + Comfort Meatballs

December 7, 2009

A review of Ree Drummond’s Pioneer Woman Cooks, along with a meatball recipe that you’ll love. Make the Pioneer Woman recipes yourself!

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Nikon vs Canon Camera Death Match!

November 14, 2009

I’m trying to decide which digital camera to buy – Nikon or Canon. I put the two cameras to the test, side by side and head to head. Welcome to the Nikon vs Canon death match! Which brand will reign supreme?

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Review: The Asian Barbecue Book, and Curried Potato Wedges

October 26, 2009

The Asian Barbecue Book is a lovely cookbook that even a novice will enjoy. Included are many food photos and a recipe for Curried Potato Wedges

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Coconut Shrimp from the Steamy Kitchen Cookbook

October 20, 2009

Have you picked up the Steamy Kitchen Cookbook yet? Why not? Get to a store and do it now… your taste buds will thank you. If you don’t believe me, try cooking this coconut shrimp recipe and then get back to me.

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Eat Safely in Any Language

September 23, 2009

Do you have a food allergy or special dietary requirement? Guest posted Vera Badertscher reviews specialty food safety cards that are written in many foreign languages for when you travel. Eat safely on the road!

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Whole Roast Chicken with Fenugreek

September 21, 2009

A lovely recipe from Modern Spice, a cookbook by Monica Bhide. If you’re looking for Indian chicken recipes or wondering what to do with that fenugreek in the cupboard, this dish is one for the history books. It is a surprisingly quick and easy roasted chicken recipe.

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Mix Shake Stir – A Review, Part 2

July 31, 2009

This mixology book is not only aesthetically gorgeous, but contains some of the best drink recipes I’ve ever had. Despite a few flaws, this is a great book to add to your collection. This is part two of the review.

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Mix Shake Stir – A Review, Part 1

July 29, 2009

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Blender Wars: Vitamix versus Blendtec?

September 30, 2008

Which super-duper blender is the best, Vitamix or Blendtec? These two heavy duty pieces of equipment go head to head to see which is the better blender.

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