Panna Cotta Is Perfect Non-Chocolate Valentine's Day Dessert


Updated 02/10/10 3:04 PM · Posted by partysugar · 15 comments

Panna Cotta Is Perfect Non-Chocolate Valentine's Day Dessert

Happy Valentine's Day! While some guys have a sweet tooth, I know a few who don't enjoy decadent chocolate desserts. If your honey happens to be a choco-hater, serve him panna cotta, a delicious Italian dessert. Heavy cream, sugar, gelatin, and vanilla bean combine to make this incredibly simple, but insanely scrumptious treat. It has the chilled texture of custard without the flavor of eggs. Read more

Staying Vegan on the Big Day: Wedding Menu Options


Updated 05/18/12 1:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vegan Wedding Menu Ideas

Even though wedding meals typically include bacon-wrapped scallops, filet mignon, and wedding cake smothered in buttercream frosting, you can still enjoy a delicious vegan menu if you, your partner, or your guests follow this animal-free diet. A little creative planning is all it takes, and since many venues, caterers, and bakers are being asked more about vegan options, chances are your venders Read more

The Basics: Angel Food Cake


Updated 04/08/11 2:35 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Angel Food Cake Recipe

Springtime is the perfect season to master an angel food cake. The light, airy, and spongy dessert is wonderfully versatile. It can be served with strawberries and whipped cream for an upscale take on classic strawberry shortcake. Or offer it with coconut ice cream and mango sauce for a tropical-inspired treat. Or plate it with chocolate sauce and raspberries for a decadent dish. Or . . . see, Read more

Roulades, Palmiers, Smoked Salmon on Royal Wedding Menu


Updated 04/29/11 1:37 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Royal Wedding Menu

After the royal wedding, 650 lucky guests were invited to attend a lunchtime reception. The palace prepared a luxurious and extensive spread of appetizers and canapes. Curious what all was served? Read on! Cornish crab salad on lemon blini Pressed duck terrine with fruit chutney Roulade of goat's cheese with caramelized walnuts Assortment of palmiers and cheese straws Scottish smoked salmon rose Read more

4 Surprising Diet Disasters


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

4 Surprising Diet Disasters

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! The surprising ways you turn healthy foods into diet disasters By Nancy Rones, Prevention 1. Your marinades pack a big fat punch You're wise to choose skinless grilled chicken, but be careful with condiments. Barbecue sauce is filled with sugar, which equals calories (about 94 per 1/4 cup). The healthy move Ditch Read more