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  • Sucre Chocolates on Nov 23, 2009 in products

    Sucre is a New Orleans based confectioner known for their delectable, hand-crafted artisan chocolates as well as their scrumptious pastries and macaroons, which are even Oprah-approved. They are...

  • Turkey Tamale Feast with Judie Byrd on Nov 19, 2009 in special event recipe

    Last week, I made Turkey Meatballs in Roasted Kumato Broth, a recipe I created as a part of Foodbuzz Tastemaker Program. I am excited to share that Shady Brook Farms chose it as a winning recipe. ...

  • PAMA Liqueur Poached Asian Pear Wonton Tartlets on Nov 17, 2009 in recipe

    November is National Pomegranate Month, and I am celebrating this occasion by cooking with a new pomegranate liqueur, PAMA. This liqueur is made with pomegranate juice, vodka and a touch of...

  • Turkey Breast Roast with Truffle Butter and a New 5 Star Makeover Challenge on Nov 13, 2009 in 5 Star Makeover recipe

    I am hosting Thanksgiving for a large number of people this year and will be roasting the biggest turkey I can find. But if you are looking to make a Thanksgiving dinner for 2-6 people, this turkey...

  • 2010 Five-Star Restaurant Awards on Nov 11, 2009 in restaurants

    Forbes Travel Guide announced the 52nd Annual List of Four- and Five-Star Award winners. Forbes Travel Guide, formerly Mobil Travel Guide, is the original rating system for the best hotels,...

  • Shady Brook Farms Turkey Meatballs in Roasted Kumato Broth on Nov 9, 2009 in recipe

    As part of Foodbuzz Tastemaker Program, I have received several turkey products from Shady Brook Famrs including turkey meatballs, bacon, and turkey breast roast. This weekend was pretty busy and I...

  • Beet Horseradish and Cranberry Mousse on Nov 6, 2009 in recipe

    We spent last year's New Year's Eve at one of our favorite 5 star restaurants, The Inn at Little Washington. Our magical evening started with a spectacular amuse-bouche consisting of four tasting...