Year: 2010

TIP OF THE DAY: Melon Soup

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Melon soup can be served as a first course or as dessert. Photo by Cristina Donnadieu | 21 Club. When life gives you melons, make melon soup. If you’ve never had melon soup—typically made with cantaloupe—you’re in for a big treat. There’s nothing more refreshing in the summer than a bowl of sweet, chilled melon…
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FOOD HOLIDAY: Brownies At Brunch Month

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We don’t know who thought up the holiday, Brownies At Brunch Month, but we’re thankful for the alternative to traditional breakfast pastries. Today and throughout the month of August, you can serve brownies at brunch along with: A discussion of the different types of brownies—fudgy versus cakey, moist versus rich and more. The history of…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Edible Flowers

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For a special touch, garnish your dishes with edible flowers. Photo by Kelly Cline | IST. Flowers have been eaten since the earliest times. More recently, violet was the rage during the Victorian era. You can still buy Choward’s Violet Candy and candied violets. Rose petals, very popular in Middle East cuisines, can be found…
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