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Come Party With Me: Summer Cocktail — Dessert
This Friday a group of friends will be gathering in my sister's garden for an informal Summer cocktail party. Since the entire savory menu consists of delicious bite-sized finger food, the theme should carry over to the desserts. That's why an assortment of mini tartlets will make up the dessert selection.
Have You Ever Attended a Celebrity Chef Book Signing?
This afternoon I'm off to meet Tom Colicchio! He's making a public appearance at William-Sonoma in downtown San Francisco. Besides chatting with me, Tom will be signing copies of his new book 'wichcraft.
Taste Test: Sprinkles Vanilla Cupcake Mix
Last week I got my hands on a container of Sprinkles vanilla cupcake mix ($14). The LA-based bakery boosts a celebrity following and is famous for its rich cupcakes topped with swirled frosting and signature modern dot. Currently, there are six bakeries sprinkled throughout the Western United States, but thanks to Williams-Sonoma, you can experience the sweetness of Sprinkles in the comfort of your kitchen.
Last Chance to Win: The Ultimate Easter Baking Giveaway Ends Today!
Looks like the cupcake craze isn't over yet: we were so excited about the overwhelming response to our last giveaway, we decided to offer another lucky reader the chance to win the ultimate baking package. This time, we've partnered with Williams-Sonoma to provide everything you'll need for an Easter baking extravaganza. We're giving away a KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer and all of the necessary tools for baking the best cupcakes.
Come Party With Me: Passover — Menu
After the ceremonious reading of the Haggadah, invite your loved ones to join you for a hearty Seder dinner that is both traditional and modern. Start things off with a reinterpretation of the classic gefilte fish: pan-fried matzo-crusted trout. Serve with a crisp green salad.
Fast & Easy Dinner: Beef and Asparagus Stir-Fry
Since the majority of you are looking forward to asparagus season, I thought it would be appropriate to feature a quick, effortless meal that incorporates the tender green spears. This recipe takes an Asian spin on the vegetable and combines it with seared beef sirloin.
Chili oil, sherry, and hoisin sauce come together in a fragrant, spicy sauce that coats both the asparagus and beef.
Make Someone's Morning With a Breakfast Tart
My sweetheart's favorite weekend mornings begin with a hearty, comforting meal. That's why, when I came across this breakfast pastry, I knew I had to make it. The tart has all the familiar trappings of breakfast (bacon, eggs, flaky pastry) married with gourmet ingredients (crème fraîche, Gruyère) and assembled in an elegant, rustic way.
Last Chance to Enter: The YumSugar Sweet Valentine's Day Giveaway Ends Today!
Since Valentine's Day is a holiday that celebrates love, we decided to express our love for you readers — with a sweet giveaway! We've partnered with the fabulous folks at Williams-Sonoma® to put together the ultimate prize package. Get excited because you could soon be mixing up sweets for your sweetheart.
Yummy Links: From Pepperoni Pizza Dip to Williams-Sonoma
- Super Bowl must make: cheesy pepperoni pizza dip. — Noble Pig
- I'm a huge fan of mixology, but these crazy cocktails are too much. — Men.Style
- Have you tried Ziploc's Zip 'n Steam bags yet?
Learn How to Make Perfect Pie Crust!
Since the holiday season is peak baking season, I figured there's no better time to get a refresher course on baking pies. At a local Williams-Sonoma, I sought the wisdom of San Francisco-based private chef Jill Nevard, who offered some tricks to making flaky, buttery, melt-in-your mouth pie crust. To learn some of her best tricks, keep reading.
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