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yummy links Apr 03, 2007

Yummy Links: From Waiters to Laptop Bags

Be sure not to miss this exposé into the world of waitering by The Amateur Gourmet.

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Be sure not to miss this exposé into the world of waitering by The Amateur Gourmet. It's a great read. - Serious Eats
Ever get a bottle of wine and discover it's been "corked"? A lot of people would just throw it out, but just a little Saran Wrap will help uncork corked wine. - Cheap Fun Wines

Not everyone seems to eat Peeps, but I think everyone can appreciate these Peep S'mores. - Baking Bites
Warning: I'm about to make a seriously bad pun. These edible cigars with garlic-yogurt dipping sauce are smoking! I can't wait to try these. - Hooked on Heat
Think you hate tofu? Oh but think again. How could you hate something that is dredged in flour, browned in butter and then slathered in maple syrup? - Gastrokid
The bf has been trying to get me to bake a tomato pie for the last two years. Maybe he'll settle for this drool-worthy tomato and olive tart. - What's For Lunch, Honey
These vegan blueberry muffins look so tasty you probably won't notice that they're missing the butter. - Have Cake Will Travel
Once again, Elise manages to make even simple things like creamy asparagus soup look amazingly elegant. - Simply Recipes
And this is not food related in any way, but geeksugar's giving away a pink laptop carrier that is probably too fancy for the market, but if you win it, you could always try. - geeksugar

yummy links Mar 29, 2007

Yummy Links: From Kisses to Hot Cross Buns

Discover the difference between Hershey's Kisses and Hershey's Chocolate Truffle Kisses.

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Discover the difference between Hershey's Kisses and Hershey's Chocolate Truffle Kisses. - Candyblog
The Discovery Health channel is giving Nathan Lyon, from last year's The Next Food Network Star, his own show: A Lyon in the Kitchen (oh and it starts tonight). - Serious Eats
I've recently discovered that I really enjoy parsnips and now I have a new recipe to try: parsnips boiled in sap. - Cookthink
I love lamb. I love tagines. I especially love lamb tagines - Spiceblog

Maybe I'll skip the baking this week and make some tasty, tasty salted butter and chocolate caramels instead. - Tartelette
Now you can take your drink wherever you go, introducing liquor flask sandals from Reef. - Liquor Snob
Unless you're a vegetarian, you're probably going to want a drool guard before looking at these German Beef Roulades. - What's For Lunch Honey
Learn how to make Hot Cross Buns just in time for Easter. - Becks & Posh
And finally, for weeks I've been meaning to point out the bacon alarm clock - now you can wake up to the smell of cooking bacon. - Daily Olive

yummy links Mar 27, 2007

Yummy Links: From Dishtowel Aprons to Ilan Hall

It's no secret, I love (make that LUUURRVE) aprons.

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It's no secret, I love (make that LUUURRVE) aprons. This apron is made from one dishtowel, granted it's not going to fit me, but how darn cute is it? - I Have To Say via Craft
I need to get my hands on one of these. The Periodic Table of Desserts is going to look great in my kitchen. - Serious Eats
I think Elise might exist just to make me drool. This time it's a Salmon Fish Stew, Brazilian Style. - Simply Recipes
For those of you vegans who have been pining for the Easter candy, pine no more. Here's a list of vegan approved Easter treats. - Sugar Savvy

One of my former co-workers used to spoil us with homemade tamales all the time. I've always been intimidated to try making my own, but after seeing this post for beautiful, traditional handmade tamales, I think I am going to have to just give it a try. - Delicious Days
Need a big oven? Why not try a school bus? - Slashfood
Top Chef Ilan Hall says he didn't spend all his money on bling and that all of his fancy clothes were fake. - Chow

yummy links Mar 22, 2007

Yummy Links: From Chocolate Cake to Hooters

Even though I'm sure this chocolate cake is rich and decadent, there's something about it that looks light and airy.

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Even though I'm sure this chocolate cake is rich and decadent, there's something about it that looks light and airy. I suppose that's why it's called the lighter-than-air chocolate cake. - Smitten Kitchen
Chocoholics beware, it appears that there may be a global chocolate shortage in the immediate future. - Serious Eats
Did you know you could make your own cheese in 30-minutes? - Never Bashful With Butter
Bay Area foodies, you're in luck - Shuna's holding two new classes this spring. Knife Skills and Seasonal Fruit. I wish I could take the knife skills one, and hopefully I'll remember to sign up for the fruit one. - Eggbeater
Ten absinthes in two hours, now that sounds like my kind of Sunday morning. - Chow
We've all got home improvement projects we'd like to do, why not build a home bar? - Liquor Snob
Nothing more to say about this, it's a Daikon that looks like a foot. - Neatorama
And finally, in the world of, this is interesting, but not interesting enough to devote more than a few lines to, Hooters is opening up a branch in Israel. - USA Today

yummy links Mar 20, 2007

Yummy Links: From Rye Pudding to Fried Hot Dog Experiments

I have a thing for rye bread.

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I have a thing for rye bread. I also have a thing for pudding. Put them together? Oh man, now you're talking. Be sure to check out this Rye bread with Cream Pudding. - Nami-Nami
The nominees for the James Beard Foundation Awards and the International Association of Culinary Professions Awards have been announced. For those of you that don't know, this is pretty much like the Oscars of the food world. - Slashfood
Want to make your own wines but can't figure out where to start? Pick up this home wine making kit or skip all the mess and open up a virtual winery instead. - Cheap Fun Wines
Get ready folks, Easter candy is here! Be sure to check out all of this great Easter candy coverage. - Candyblog

Stephen Colbert has his own Ben & Jerry's ice cream, but oh looky look, so does Willie Nelson. - BuzzSugar
Sorry folks, another Bay Area related link, this time it's for the Off the Menu series hosted by the Asia Society, blogger Chez Pim will be there cooking up too! - Chez Pim
As I mentioned earlier, asparagus is the true sign of spring. I can't wait to get my hands on some and try this recipe for Tagliatelle with Asparagus sauce.- Serious Eats
Think you know coffee? Think again. Here are 10 things you might not know about coffee. - David Lebovitz
This is revolting. Two dozen hot dogs hollowed out and stuffed with cheese whiz. Oh and then wrapped in ridiculously long bacon and fried. And then beer-battered and deep fried. Oh god my artery clogged just typing that. - The Stranger

yummy links Mar 15, 2007

Yummy Links: From Veggie Burgers to Bees

The amazing Heidi Swanson has just released a new cookbook, and if it is as amazing as this recipe for Ultimate Veggie Burgers, then we're all in for a treat.

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The amazing Heidi Swanson has just released a new cookbook, and if it is as amazing as this recipe for Ultimate Veggie Burgers, then we're all in for a treat. - 101 Cookbooks
Just in time for St. Patrick's Day comes this recipe for a Chocolate-Whiskey Cake with Fluthered Cream (btw, fluthered is Irish slang for drunk) - Chow
Apparently the new trend is ridiculously expensive foods. Here we have the $1000 pizza and the $100 Coconut Cake. - Serious Eats
Can you write a great jingle? Then enter the Jingles for Pringles contest. The winner gets to go to the American Idol finale. - Slashfood
Looks like Ruth Reichl's (former restaurant critic for the NY Times/current editor for Gourmet magazine) third book is being turned into a movie. - Megnut
I keep meaning to talk about how freaky it is that all the bees are disappearing. If you're interested, check out this article with a link to an interesting podcast. - eggbeater

FitSugar Mar 08, 2007

Yummy Links: From Cupcakes to Potato Chips

Want to make rootbeer cupcakes, banana lime cupcakes and cherry cupcakes all from the same recipe?

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Want to make rootbeer cupcakes, banana lime cupcakes and cherry cupcakes all from the same recipe? I know I do. - A Muffin Story
Oh boy, more energy drinks! This time Coke and Pepsi are both joining the energy drink bandwagon. - FitSugar
I heart salmon. I heart panko. So how could I not heart this recipe for panko-crusted salmon? - Simply Recipes
Want to make reservations at a busy restaurant? Check out these booking tips. - DearSugar

A slightly different way to prepare a tender, tasty chicken curry. - What's For Lunch Honey?
Jealousy ensues, I want to spend the afternoon taste-testing eleven different potato chips, especially the island jerk and curry flavors. - Serious Eats

yummy links Mar 06, 2007

Yummy Links: From Stephen Colbert to Elton John

It's finally official, Ben & Jerry's Stephen Colbert inspired Americone Dream launched last night.

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It's finally official, Ben & Jerry's Stephen Colbert inspired Americone Dream launched last night. Check out the video clip and promotional pictures. - BuzzSugar

I can't seem to get enough of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival coverage. Especially when it has a fun recap like this one (behind the bash photos and more), makes me really wish I'd been there.- Food Network Addict
Fer Food breaks down the difference between a yam and a sweet potato. - via Tastespotting
New York Magazine asked four members of the fashion community (two models, an editor, and a show producer) to keep food diaries during fashion week. Interesting how the model eats more than the editor. - via Serious Eats

Does the flame in a Flaming Dr. Pepper, really bring anything to the party? - Liquor Snob
Leave it to the BBC to bring us Kill It, Cook It, Eat It, a program designed to "bring together the two key moments... the death of the animal and the eating of its meat."- Megnut
Who knows what sort of stuff you'll find when you look for food related things on youtube. Would you have stumbled upon Elton John composing Oven-Instruction Music? - The Amateur Gourmet

FitSugar Mar 01, 2007

Yummy Links: From Food TV to Doughnuts

Earlier I gave you the Red Carpet coverage for the Food Network Awards, but be sure to read this hysterical recap of the actual award ceremony.

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Earlier I gave you the Red Carpet coverage for the Food Network Awards, but be sure to read this hysterical recap of the actual award ceremony. It sounds almost painful and look at how empty the seats are! - Side Salad
In honor of National Pig Day, be sure to check out this Pig heaven Honor Roll that lists the best pork dishes from coast to coast. - Serious Eats
Should restaurants indicate unhealthy menu choices? - FitSugar
You know you love doughnuts, don't fight it any longer. Just go read how to make doughnuts and get inspired to host your own doughnut party. - Eggbeater

Be sure to check out how the whole John Mackey vs. Michael Pollan event turned out. Sounds like a potential food fight turned love fest. I couldn't make it, but luckily the webcast is up now too. The Ethicurean
Where was this Wonder Pizza vending machine when I was going to college? - Tastespotting

yummy links Feb 27, 2007

Yummy Links: From Chicken Curry to Orange Cake

Everyone has those go to recipes that only get better with time, I only wish mine was as gorgeous as this Coconut Chicken Curry.

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Everyone has those go to recipes that only get better with time, I only wish mine was as gorgeous as this Coconut Chicken Curry. - Hooked on Heat
Author Michael Pollan and Whole Foods CEO John Mackey, don't exactly see eye-to-eye. This evening they'll be in conversation at UC Berkeley, you can watch the whole event live via webcast. - Becks & Posh
Better watch what your kids eat, else the government will take your fat children away. At least, that's what British officials are threatening to do with a 218 pound 8 year old. - Slate
This weekend I was looking for a gluten-free cake. I didn't have time to make this whole orange cake, but I really wish I did. - Mental Masala

I strangely enjoy mentos. Mostly I think it's because I love certain flavors (specifically ones not available in the US). Outside of the US there are a ton of different flavors, including Ice Pomelo flavored mentos. - Candyblog
With cooking magazines available online and everyone sharing their recipes, you have to stop and wonder, are cookbooks becoming obsolete? Please say it ain't so... - Serious Eats

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