TODAY IN FOOD: It’s National Croissant Day

A truly fine, fresh croissant is buttery enough (photo © La Rose Noir).   Is there a person reading this who does not enjoy a buttery croissant? (Alas, not all are made with butter…so avoid buying croissants at inexpensive delis, and eagerly seek out new bakeries to see what they have to offer.) Our only…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Cocoa Garnishes

For another variation, add chocolate confetti curls to your hot chocolate.   Place cute character cookies (the gourmet version of animal crackers) on the whipped cream topping of a cup of hot chocolate. Look for small, lightweight cookies with interesting shapes in your specialty food store. But don’t stop there. – See 25 ways to…
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