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Cut the Cost: Use Petals Instead of Flowers
A great way to reduce the cost of flowers at a party is to use day-old rose petals instead of fresh-cut roses. At a recent event at Carrots, the hostess filled oversized martini glasses with deep red rose petals. The petals were scattered on tables between candles and used as garnish in the pomegranate martini.
Cut The Cost: Fall Party Centerpieces
If you are planning a party, you may run the risk of spending a lot of money. Flowers, while beautiful and fragrant, often cost a large amount of your party budget. Cut the cost by cutting the flowers.
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6 Ways to Cut Libation Costs at Your Wedding
Regardless of your budget, it's inevitable that this year's recession woes will impact your wedding. Still, you shouldn't let a tight spending plan stop you from celebrating one of the biggest days of your life. There are many areas where you can cut costs, but one easy place to start is with drinks.
Food Section Sampler — Sept. 23, 2009
- Turns out the rest of the world has taken a liking to the American cupcake trend. — New York Times
- Seemingly slight factors — not the economy — may be to blame for the bulk of this year's restaurant closures. — Boston Globe
- Is food art?
College Cafeterias Are Going Trayless
In an attempt to cut costs and be more eco-chic, many college campuses have gotten rid of cafeteria trays. Instead, students are being forced to carry their meals on plates. The trayless cafeterias are seeing up to a 30 percent decrease in food waste, and with no trays to wash, the use of energy and water is reduced as well.
Gail Simmons on Eco-Friendly Weddings
Last week when I spoke with Gail Simmons about weddings, I was blown away by her inspirational ideas. Although she may not come across as a green goddess when she's judging Top Chef, she's actually very eco-conscious. Having an environmentally friendly wedding was very important to her and her now-husband, Jeremy.
What's Yummy This Week — YumSugar Weekly Recap
- Delightful pico de gallo tastes great in tacos, atop grilled steak, or folded into couscous.
- Test your ingredient knowledge of classic cocktails.
- Party plans a Mediterranean-inspired belly dancing bachelorette.
- A sneak peek at San Francisco's unique dining experience, Mission Street Food.
- Frank Bruni, the New York Times's restaurant critic, is stepping down.
- Six ways to cut libation costs when planning your wedding.
- Learn the real reason onions make you cry.
Traci Des Jardins on Being a More Savvy Home Cook
I had the chance to speak with one of San Francisco's most prominent female chefs, Traci Des Jardins. You may be familiar with her, thanks to an appearance on the Food Network's Next Iron Chef competition. Now Des Jardins is happy to be out of the spotlight, "I don't like being that recognizable," and back in the kitchen.
As Beef Prices Drop Restaurants Offer Cheaper Steaks
With more consumers turning to less expensive cuts of meat, like ground beef, the price of premium cuts has dropped to a very low level. This is good news for restaurants who can sell the top notch beef at a lower cost.
To compensate for the reduced demands of meat, the industry is producing less and letting the cattle pasture longer.
Taste Test: BK Burger Shots
Last month, Burger King revealed that sliders would be the newest addition to the chain's regular menu. When I sampled the fast-food company's limited-edition Angry Whopper, I tried the pint-sized versions of the chain's flame-broiled burger as well. To see what I thought of them, read more
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