I should have put self-control on my list of New Year's resolutions, because I haven't been able to resist temptation this month, especially when it comes to nostalgic candies, dragées, or any charming confection. At least one publisher appealed to my weakness when I received a copy of Peter Greweling's Chocolates and Confections at Home With the Culinary Institute of America ($23), I think my heart actually skipped a beat. Did it let me down? Find out and read more.
Must Read: Chocolates and Confections
I should have put self-control on my list of
French for "to dredge," a dragée (pronounced "dra-zhay") traditionally refers to a colorful covered candy with a hard outer shell and softer center, often used for decoration in addition to eating. 