Posts for November 12th 2012

Sugar Shout Out

Sugar Shout Out: Give Your Coffee Table a Chic Makeover

Fresh styling tips for a chic coffee table Gift ideas for the cheese addict Claire Danes shops Canada as Homeland gets spoofed Delightful beauty gifts under $25 Baby bags for moms with a designer handbag habit The ultimate Fall boot guide A sneak peak at Silver Linings Playbook, Breaking Dawn Part 2, and Anna Karenina A gift guide for the girlie girl Video: Elle Fanning shares her OMG meeting with Angelina Jolie Dos and dont's of dressing for a work party Anne Hathaway's fit philosophy CelebStyle: Shop Gossip Girl's new season-six fashions — including exact pieces!

recipes

10 Sweet Cookbooks to Get Your Holiday Bake On

Pull out those ornament and star-shaped cookie cutters!

Pull out those ornament and star-shaped cookie cutters! The holiday season has arrived, and it's time to get your bake on! From cake pops to cutout cookies, these 10 cookbooks will help you create festive confections that you can serve at parties or gift to friends and neighbors. Even if you're a pro at piping intricate icing decorations, there's always a new pastry to learn that shows off some serious holiday spirit. Take a look at our sweet offerings.

Cooking Basics

5 Shocking Facts About Olive Oil

You may use olive oil in your cooking every day, but how much do you really know about it?

You may use olive oil in your cooking every day, but how much do you really know about it?

If you're like me, the answer is not much, as I discovered after attending a dinner held by Olive Oil From Spain. At the event, I had the opportunity to taste a number of olive varietals, from arbequina (buttery and delicate) and cornicabra (zesty) to hojiblanca (bitter almond) and picual (grassy), that showed off the oil's wide flavor range. But I also learned something else: until this point, I've been misinformed when it comes to olive oil. Here are four facts about olive oil that might surprise you.

Dessert

This Thanksgiving, Put the Cranberries in Your Cake

When it comes to baked goods, looks can occasionally be deceiving.

When it comes to baked goods, looks can occasionally be deceiving. Take this cranberry-swirled gingerbread cake: slightly unassuming in appearance, it's an unlikely contender for crowd favorite when placed side by side with luscious pies, or an elegantly frosted chocolate cake.

That is, until the first bite is consumed. The batter, deeply spiced and spiked with bittersweet molasses, is a strong contender for my favorite gingerbread tasted to date. A hefty swirl of sweet-tart cranberry sauce simply gilds the lily, firmly placing this cranberry-swirled gingerbread in my cake hall of fame.

Despite its unconventional nature, chances are, this year it'll have a place at my Thanksgiving table, and many more times throughout the season to come. I urge you to look beyond aesthetics and do the same.

Keep reading for the must-make recipe.

POPSUGAR Food

Create the Perfect Wedding Candy Buffet

Want to wow guests at your next fabulous fête?

Want to wow guests at your next fabulous fête? To end the night on a sweet note that they won't forget, fashion your own candy bar. From colorful decorations to tantalizing treats, here's how to pull together a buffet that looks as delicious as it tastes. Watch the video now to see how easily it all comes together.

Food News

Link Time: Why Fast Food Chains Are Hurting

Why McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's are hurting — Grub Street San Francisco You'll never guess Katie Holmes's secret drink pleasure — Zagat Jamie Oliver will drop a US version of his magazine next week — Eater KFC-flavored potato chips are a thing — Delish 20 quick and easy polenta recipes — HuffPost Taste 3 food revelations from Saveur editor James Oseland — Chow A feud erupts on Next Iron Chef: Redemption — The Braiser Coke's latest project: Coca-Cola Journey — New York Times

gift guide

12 Gifts For the Cheese Addict

You probably know a few chocoholics or caffeine fiends, but what about serious cheese addicts, who just can't resist slicing into a fancy wedge of cheese anytime the opportunity arises?

You probably know a few chocoholics or caffeine fiends, but what about serious cheese addicts, who just can't resist slicing into a fancy wedge of cheese anytime the opportunity arises? I'm certainly guilty of this. If you or someone you know cannot pass by your local cheese shop without making outrageous purchases of artisanal and European cheeses and believe cheese is an acceptable meal at least once a day, then consider yourself a cheese addict. We're here to help by providing you with 12 gift ideas, all cheese-related, so you can get more cheese in your life.

Cooking Basics

How to Easily Crimp Pie Crust, in Pictures

Despite its intricate hills and valleys, a crimped bakery-style pie crust only looks tricky to re-create at home.

Despite its intricate hills and valleys, a crimped bakery-style pie crust only looks tricky to re-create at home. If you have two hands and a few minutes to spare, you're well on your way to accomplishing this impressive feat. If you're not yet convinced, click through for the detailed step-by-step guide.

PS While you're at it, skip the store-bought crusts and make and roll out a flaky all-butter pie crust at home.

savory sights

Savory Sight: Pumpkin Muffin

Can't get enough pumpkin this season?

Can't get enough pumpkin this season? The Pilot's Daughter has a way to use the flavor in a delicious muffin.

This past weekend, my roommates were out of town, so I had the apartment to myself. So yes, some moments were lonely, but when I woke up Sunday with a kitchen to myself, I was in my happy place. On the menu this weekend was pumpkin muffins. Light, fluffy, and muffiny goodness is the only way to describe them.

For the recipe, check out her blog and then be sure to share your food photos through our Savory Sights community group or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.