Day: February 25, 2011

ACADEMY AWARDS: A Themed Cheese Board As Oscars Food

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What the king ate after the speech:A Stilton from purveyor Neal’s Yard. Photocourtesy Whole Foods Market.   We’ve received dozens of recipes for themed cocktail recipes for Oscar parties. For example, combine gin with Earl Grey Tea, and call it The King’s Speech cocktail. Fatigued at the idea of 12 different “Best Picture” cocktails, we’ve…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Baking Soda, Baking Powder

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Yesterday someone told us she had baked a cake recipe from one of her favorite authorities, and it was “inedible.” We asked to see the recipe. While she is an experienced baker, in her rush she grabbed baking soda instead of baking powder. It’s an easy “oops.” Some recipes use both leveners, but if only…
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