I used to dislike chard; I thought it was too bitter and potent for an everyday meal. However, I've recently learned that when prepared correctly it can be wonderfully delicious. In this seasonal side, the sometimes overbearing chard melds with tangy green olives, plump currants, and creamy goat cheese in order to create a very refined dish. Sound delicious? Get the recipe, just read more
I'm one of those people who gets a double shot of espresso each and every morning. Naturally, I got super excited when I saw this handy little gadget, the Handpresso. It's a hand-held contraption that produces tasty espresso anywhere, anytime. After watching the video, I imagined myself toting one in my oversized handbag. I could offer passengers waiting for the bus little glasses of espresso! Only when I read the fine print — it needs hot water to function — did I realize this might not be so cool. Still the luxurious thought of espresso anywhere, anytime entices me. What do you think? Is the Handpresso great or destined for a doomed fate?
Yesterday I mentioned how sometimes it's nice to skip straight to dessert, especially when ice cream is involved. When it does happen, it's best to try and not feel too guilty, after all who could blame you? But what if there was a way to make your ice cream look more like a meal? Wouldn't that alleviate some of the guilt? This is what I thought when I saw spaghetti and lasagna ice cream. Both are made by pushing ice cream through a specialized extruder and both look ridiculously fun. The extruder, which comes with three different hole-sized plates, costs $22.95. I think it'd be fun for a while, but don't think I need to purchase one. However, I do have the strange urge to run my ice cream through a potato ricer!
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I couldn't let chocolate month end without tantalizing your taste buds with one more mouthwatering chocolate recipe. Chocolate mascarpone brownies, need I say more? —The Recipe Girl
This week we covered everything from coffee closures to eco-friendly chefs. Have you been paying attention? If so, then take our weekly quiz! All of the answers can be found in this past week's posts, so let's find out how well you fare! Ready to start?
Although today marks the last day of chocolate month, you can let chocolate live all year long by posting one of these arty prints on your walls. I've gone through a substantial collection and picked out some of the best ones. I think you'll find something suitable for every taste. To check them out, click "Start Slideshow" below.
Dolce & Gabbana
Rick Owens
S***r