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Enjoy Apricots in an Easy, No-Bake Tart

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:55:14 PDT

This Summer, I'm all about apricots. Normally I eat more plums than apricots, but after tasting the best apricot of my life, I can't stop eating them! The soft, sweet fruit is ideal for enjoying out of hand, but it's also wonderful in dessert preparations like this easy tart. It's a no-bake tart with a pistachio-shortbread crust and honey custard. Although this tart is simple to make, the custard needs time to set, so get started on it a couple of hours before you make it. Ready for the recipe? Here it is.

Keep Cool This Summer: 9 No-Bake Desserts

Michele Foley — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:11:56 PDT

The last thing I want to do on a hot Summer day is bake - cranking on the oven when it's already hot out sounds so unappealing. That's where no-bake desserts come in; they easily satisfy a sweet tooth, no oven required. And, because there's no baking involved, they usually take minutes to make and omit the need for overly processed ingredients. Whether you follow a raw, vegan, or gluten-free diet, one of these desserts will surely satisfy. And many of these treats are healthy to boot!

Mushroom Leek Tart Is a Divine Vegetarian Entrée

Katie Sweeney — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 09:00:14 PST

Earlier this week, I shared menu suggestions for a vegetarian Thanksgiving. Now, I've got one more idea for you: this wildly delicious mushroom and leek tart! It's a beautiful dish that's absolutely scrumptious. The crust is a quick homemade salt and pepper dough, while the filling is a savory mixture of sautéed mushrooms, leeks, thyme, and gruyère cheese. The ingredient list calls for chanterelles, but they were quite expensive at my local market, so I opted for regular button mushrooms. I served this tart to mushroom haters, and they loved it! To make it for Thanksgiving or any other Fall celebration, get the recipe here.

Name That Dish!

YumSugar — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:00:37 PDT

The lattice-topped dessert pictured below is a specific type of torte. Do you know what it is?

Frock Me Baby: Drama For Your Mama

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:00:22 PST

Come to think of it, these dresses have way too much drama for your mama. Well, that is unless your mama is anything like the always avant-garde Cate Blanchett, here in Alexander McQueen. Those who display Cate's experimental nature should bust it out and show it off. Dramatic shoulders, crazy asymmetry, heavy draping, feathers, folds, leather, bold silhouettes - let them be your best friends.

Warning: Dramatic dresses require confidence. Let Cate, and other red-carpet queens of 2008, be your guides.

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Fast & Easy Dinner: Leek, Potato, and Fontina Tart

partysugar — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:45:36 PDT

Refrigerated pizza dough is a great item to always have on hand. You can make instant pies with leftovers or even use the dough to make an entirely different dish. This recipe takes pizza dough and turns it into a tart crust. The crust is filled with a mashed potato, leek, and cheese mixture before being baked in a hot oven. The final result is a tart that is quick, scrumptious, and filling. This dish would also make a delicious addition to an informal brunch. To check out the vegetarian recipe from MyRecipes.com, please

Celebrity Style: Reese Witherspoon

FabSugar — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:08:34 PDT

Reese Witherspoon ditched her usually classic ensembles for something a bit more multifaceted, and I'm proud of her for expanding her horizons. While out and about with boyfriend Jake, the actress wore an airy black jersey dress, a cropped red cardigan, and accessorized with studded Tod's sandals and a woven Bottega bag. It seems more and more actresses are bringing the fedora back. Since it took a long, much-needed break, a comeback was in order.

Tart black jersey 'Jodi' tank dress - Sold Out	See by Chloè Cropped wool blend cardigan - Sold Out
Braided Straw Fedora - Sold Out	Bottega Veneta black woven leather fold-over shoulder bag - Sold Out
Tod's Nuovo Matisse Flat Sandal - Sold Out	Gc Primera Class Silver Timepiece - $275.00
Argento Vivo silver pyramid stud earrings - Sold Out

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Yummy Link: Pumpkin Feta Tart

YumSugar — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:13:39 PST

Even though the holidays are approaching, fall is still in full force. If you're looking for fall flavors, give this Pumpkin Feta Tart a try. - What's For Lunch Honey

Fab Site: ShopAmiAmi.com

FabSugar — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:00:22 PST

Ami Ami carries merchandise from designers you love (Phillip Lim, Alisha Levine, J Brand, Tart, Anlo, etc.) but it's not so overstocked that you feel overwhelmed. My favorite sections are dresses (hot), cashmere (cozy), and sale (!). Now it's your turn to find your favorites. Just be sure you have extra cash to burn because prices are steep.

LA Fashion Week, Spring 2008: TART

FabSugar — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:00:22 PDT

Given the warm LA climate, it's not surprising TART stuck to what they do best: easy, breezy, micro-modal dresses. There were oodles of flowy dresses, long and short. Prints, like exploding dots and feathers, were introduced and much appreciated.

I took note of bandeau-style bikini tops paired with high-waisted genie pants, racerback mini dresses, turtleneck frocks, and details like Grecian ruching and braiding. Most dresses came with deep V-neck bodices, halters or one-shoulders. Think Jerry Hall with a modern twist.

Though the body-hugging material used in TART clothing is not forgiving, this collection is ideal for a girl who spends much time in the sea and surf because it's light and airy.

To read my exclusive interview with the designer and owners of TART and to see the rest of the collection,

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What was the main inspiration for the collection? Rebecca: It was a 70s poolside party in Palm Springs. Kind of a Jerry Hall feel. Lots of colors, lots of prints. What was the type of girl you had in mind when designing this collection? Rebecca: I think TART's always sexy and glamorous. The fabric is so wearable and the silhouettes are so chic so I think everyone can wear it. But I definitely designed for someone who's sophisticated, glamorous and sexy. Did you face any hardships? RR: It was pretty smooth sailing. We have a really good team. What was the most fun part of the process? RR: Well, runway is always fun but it's also fun to see the prints come back. If we were to peek inside your closet, what would we see? RR: You would see a lot of vintage, a lot of denim. It's very eclectic. Yves Saint Laurent shoes. I like vintage shoes. More heels than flats. I'm kind of in the Donatella Versace school of thought where women should wear heels. What's one staple every woman should have? RR: A black dress. You can wear it with sweats, with heels, during the day, you can wear it to an interview, on a date, at a funeral, to a wedding. You can rock it any time. If you could describe your collection in three words, what would they be? Jamie: Super friggin' hot! I'd say the difference between this collection and some of the prior ones is that we used to be known for our babydolls. Everything has more of a fitted element now because women want to show off where their torso starts and stops. Source

Cowl Neck Knit Dress - Sold Out	Loeffler Randall Overlay Dress in Black - Sold Out
Grecian Dress - Sold Out	Acne Baroque bustier dress - Sold Out
Mint Tzara Cut Out Dress - Sold Out	MARC BY MARC JACOBS Leather Funnel Neck Minidress - Sold Out
BCBGMAXAZRIA lavender poly taffeta ruffled detail dress - Sold Out	Karen Zambos Vintage Couture Jet Dress - Sold Out
Stripe Panel Dress - Sold Out	Orange By Angela Chen Draped Dress - Sold Out
Rojas Doll Sweater Hoodie Dress - Sold Out	Pencey Feather Dress - Sold Out
Clu Sleeveless Wrap Dress - $198.00	Belted Cowl Neck Dress - Sold Out
Suh-Tahn Maasai Dress - Sold Out	Bcbgeneration strapless mindress - Sold Out
Laila Azhar Draped Mini Dress- Burgundy - Sold Out	Thayer Tatters Dress - Sold Out
Tart Petra Dress - Sold Out	Rivet Halter Dress - Sold Out