Posts for January 23rd 2008

sandwiches

'Wich of the Week: Grilled Gruyere With Braised Leeks

Welcome back to 'Wich of the Week, where every Wednesday I'll feature a different sandwich I've eaten or prepared at home, complete with photos and instructions on how to re-create it.

Welcome back to 'Wich of the Week, where every Wednesday I'll feature a different sandwich I've eaten or prepared at home, complete with photos and instructions on how to re-create it.


I know I just featured a vegetarian sandwich last week, but it's been cold and rainy here in SF, and this weather makes me crave soup and grilled cheese. Of course, I couldn't just bring you any old grilled cheese, so I went looking for a more gourmet version in the Roadfood Sandwiches cookbook. Since leeks are in season, I settled on this recipe for Grilled Gruyere With Braised Leeks on Multigrain Bread, from a bakery-restaurant in Los Angeles called Clementine. For how to make it, read more

Lists

10 Fonts That Will Make You Hungry

There are a lot of interesting fonts available for people to download or purchase, but I bet you would be surprised to discover how many of them are food related.
10 Fonts That Will Make You Hungry

There are a lot of interesting fonts available for people to download or purchase, but I bet you would be surprised to discover how many of them are food related. If you're looking for something to spruce up your next party invite, then look no further. I've hunted down 10 food-related fonts that will definitely get folks talking.

eBay

Bid on This: Heart-Shaped Potato on Ebay

There's not much time left — the bidding ends in less than 20 hours — but a seller in the UK has posted a heart-shaped potato on ebay.

There's not much time left — the bidding ends in less than 20 hours — but a seller in the UK has posted a heart-shaped potato on ebay. Right now the bidding is only at £6 (approx $12), but if you're interested in this Valentine's Day find, you better move quick! Seems like this must be the year for heart-shaped food anomalies!

Eco

Happy Hour: Jeriko 2005 Brut Sparkling Wine (It's Organic!)

At a recent sparkling wine tasting, I was lucky enough to sample the only "green" sparkling wine in the United States.

At a recent sparkling wine tasting, I was lucky enough to sample the only "green" sparkling wine in the United States. Jeriko's 2005 Brut sparkling wine is a luxurious bubbly made from 100 percent organically grown grapes. A blanc de blanc — white wine derived from white grapes — made in the French Champagne method, this wine is effervescent and light. Rich, crisp, and delicate, it's a compelling sparkler with a soft finish and nice dryness. If you are looking to sip wines made from organic grapes, get yourself a bottle of this limited-edition wine. I would pair it with raw oysters, French fries, thin-crust pizza, or chocolate cake.

Fashion

Simply Fab: Christian Lacroix Evian Bottles

Click to ReadSimply Fab: Christian Lacroix Evian Bottles It's cool when designers branch out into other fashion categories — like sunglasses and swimwear — but when a designer breaks the mold and translates their vision to another category all together, now that's cool.
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Simply Fab: Christian Lacroix Evian Bottles
It's cool when designers branch out into other fashion categories — like sunglasses and swimwear — but when a designer breaks the mold and translates their vision to another category all together, now that's cool. Evian has teamed up with French designer Christian Lacroix to create two special water bottles.

Off to Market

Off to Market Recap: Napkin Holder

My mom is looking for a new napkin holder.

My mom is looking for a new napkin holder. The one she normally uses for Winter has a fat, little snowman design. After a couple of years, she has become sick of the cutesy image staring up at her during dinner, so I asked you to head off to market in search of a new napkin holder for her. You looked for holders that are sturdy, yet stylish, festive, and functional. You saved your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag Napkin Holder. Since we are replacing her Winter napkin holder, I think this sleek, icy stainless-steel napkin holder is appropriate. The napkins rest inside making them easy to grab with messy hands. Great find gruaig_rua! To check out all of the napkin holders, browse the collection below.

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News

Perrier Gets a Fashionable Makeover From Paul & Joe

Coveted sparkling-water label Perrier has joined forces with the popular French fashion house Paul & Joe to launch a limited-edition collection of bottles and cans.

Coveted sparkling-water label Perrier has joined forces with the popular French fashion house Paul & Joe to launch a limited-edition collection of bottles and cans. Set to be released this Summer, the three-piece collection is undeniably chic with fun and festive prints. Paul & Joe's designer Sophie Albou is extremely excited about the partnership. She states:

Perrier is well known throughout the world and it's also a French drink, just as Paul & Joe is a French brand. On top of that, Perrier evokes freshness, which is the key word for Paul & Joe — it's the perfect combination!

Known for their innovative ad campaigns and ingenious packaging, Perrier has been around since 1793. There are three designs to choose from: an adventurous safari-inspired motif; a retro gold print; and a classic French lady. I love them all and plan on filling my fridge with these fashionable bottles. How about you? What are your thoughts on the collaboration?

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News

All the News That's Fit to Eat — Jan. 23

Move over wine bars, tequila-tasting bars are taking over Los Angeles.