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Can you guess which chef made an appearance on the Late Show With David Letterman earlier this week?
Kate Winslet's Accident-Prone in the Kitchen
When it comes to home cooking, celebrities are just like us. Last night, on The Late Show With David Letterman, Kate Winslet admitted she loves to cook but can be a little accident-prone in the kitchen.
On the upside, the Revolutionary Road actress admits she loves to eat and cook.
Guess Who?
Guess which celebrity chef was on David Letterman's show last night?
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What Not To Party: Don't Come Too Late
It may seem a little ironic: first I told you not to show up early to an event and now I'm highlighting the importance of not showing up too late to a party.
This rule should be remembered and practiced for dinner parties especially. Your hostess has taken the time to create a meal and has specified it will begin at a certain time, so be there and ready to eat at that time.
Must Read: Sips & Apps
Thanks to shows like Mad Men, it's clear that the ritual of the cocktail hour — a time in the late afternoon where potent drinks are sipped and savory snacks are nibbled — is poised to make a comeback. A recent book, Sips & Apps ($19.95) by Kathy Casey, further promotes the idea by providing happy homemakers with a plethora of modern and classic cocktails, and a handful of incredibly tasty-sounding bar snacks. To learn more about this bartending guide keep reading.
What's Yummy This Week — YumSugar Weekly Recap
- Entice friends with a Summer dish of mussels in a saffron cream sauce.
- See what it's like to be a barista behind the counter at Starbucks.
- Party shows you how to bring the portable party to an outdoor concert.
- Save money on tools and pit olives and cherries our way instead.
- We had mixed feeling about Doritos's new flavor, Late Night Tacos at Midnight.
- Feast your way through an array of tapas in Cadiz, Spain.
- When it comes to wine, do you know your red grapes from white grapes?
Jack Celebrates Coming Out of Coma With Free Food
Lately fast food chain Jack in the Box has been getting a lot of publicity. First there was the ad campaign — that debuted at the Super Bowl — in which its brand's fictitious face, Jack, was hit by a bus. Although Jack lies in a coma, the company asked consumers to show their support by enjoying free curly fries and free tacos.
Rachael Ray: Love Her or Leave Her?
Earlier this week celebrity "cook" Rachael Ray appeared on ABC's Nightline. She spoke about how her $18 million empire makes her queasy, how she's not embarrassed to promote Dunkin Donuts, her love of Anthony Bourdain, and her pictures in FHM. With the recession, Ray — who's known for her fun affordable meals — is extremely accessible.
Growing Trend of Child Foodies Faces Backlash
Last week, Rocco DiSpirito declared he was sick of foie gras. Then we made a list of things we're over. Here's another tired food trend to add to the queue: kid foodies.
Trend Alert: Hibiscus Drinks
Last June, I discovered the sweet virtue of dried hibiscus flowers. I picked them up at Trader Joe's and, on a whim, stirred them into a pitcher of lemonade. The hibiscus lent a sweet, tart flavor, as well as a beautiful blush color.
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