Get the Dish: Magnolia Bakery Cupcakes


Updated 05/26/11 7:53 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 13 comments

Vanilla Cupcake Recipe

Have you ever wondered how to make a signature dish at one of your favorite restaurants? Well, get excited because our new video series, Get the Dish, teaches you how it's done! When it comes to cupcakes, there's nothing like Magnolia's classic vanilla cupcake. It's the treat that started the cupcake craze — so we went inside their bakery in LA to learn the technique to making perfectly Read more

Here's How You Make Chicken Paillards


Updated 02/08/12 10:49 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 2 comments

Easy Chicken Paillards Recipe

Looking for a healthy and delicious way to cook chicken? How about chicken paillards? A paillard is a quick-cooking chicken breast that's pounded very thin. To learn how easy it is to make flavorful paillards, check out our video. Chef Marlon Alexander shares his recipe for chicken paillards with mixed greens and ponzu dressing. Watch it now! Read more

How to Select a Good Bottle of Sparkling Wine


Updated 12/29/10 11:35 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Tips For Selecting a Good Bottle of Prosecco

Wondering what bubbly to enjoy on Friday when you ring in 2011? Then watch our video that has several delicious suggestions! We asked Jeff Porter, the wine director at Nancy Silverton and Mario Batali's restaurant, Osteria Mozza in Los Angeles, to share his picks for spectacular sparklers. To find out what they are, check out the video. Read more

Our Ultimate Foodie Gift Guide


Updated 12/13/10 5:55 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

YumSugar's 2010 Ultimate Foodie Gift Guide

From the all encompassing Sunset Cookbook to a KitchenAid attachment that is perfect for hamburger fans, here are our favorite gifts to give this season. Watch the video to find out what items we love, and learn an easy do-it-yourself gift suggestion: a wine and cheese basket you can customize! Read more

Make Homemade Nutella For the Holidays


Updated 12/09/10 1:47 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 2 comments

Homemade Nutella Recipe

Looking for a new treat this holiday season? Whip up a batch of homemade Nutella! All you need to make this chocolaty spread is sugar, hazelnuts, chocolate, vanilla extract, and hazelnut oil. In addition to being quick and easy, this delicious spread keeps unrefrigerated for over a week, making it the perfect gift to ship to loved ones. Watch our video, which we shot at Hipcooks, to learn the Read more

How to Make Homemade Gin For the Holidays


Updated 12/07/10 5:24 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 1 comment

Homemade Gin Recipe

This holiday season, surprise your hostess with a bottle of homemade gin. Quick, easy, and inexpensive, all you need to make this festive spirit is vodka, juniper berries, and the seasonings of your choice. In our latest how-to, which we shot at Hipcooks, we show you how it's done. Watch it now! Read more

Learn Our Favorite Fudge Recipe


Updated 12/26/11 12:34 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 1 comment

Easy Fudge Recipe

Easy-to-bake homemade fudge is the perfect gift for the holiday season. In our latest how-to, that we shot at Hip Cooks in LA, we walk you through our favorite fudge recipe and share tips for wrapping it up in a festive package. To stir up this rich dessert, you'll need sugar, butter, evaporated milk, semisweet baking chocolate, marshmallow crème, vanilla, and the nut of your choice. Watch the Read more

Sparkling Rosé Punch Is the Perfect Party Drink


Updated 12/20/10 4:01 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 1 comment

Sparkling Rose Punch Recipe

If you need a cocktail idea for a holiday party, birthday celebration, or other fun gathering, here's a delicious drink that is great for large groups: sparkling Rosé punch! Besides a sparkling Rosé, you'll need St. Germain elderflower liqueur, club soda, lemon juice, and sugar. Watch our video that we shot at Hip Cooks to learn how to make this crowd-pleasing punch! Read more