TIP OF THE DAY: Gazpacho Sandwich

A “gazpacho sandwich.” Photo © Fruttadi | Avocados From Mexico.   Unless you’re a vegetarian, a “salad sandwich”—dressed salad on toast—might not sound as appealing as other options. But call it a “gazpacho sandwich,” and ears perk up. So today’s tip is: Create a refreshing summer sandwich or snack by chopping up your favorite salad…
Continue reading “TIP OF THE DAY: Gazpacho Sandwich”

PRODUCT: Isabella’s Cookie Company

Jennifer Palmer began baking as a young girl and “always thrived on the happiness brought to others by my cookies.” What a lovely thought! Turning avocation into career, in 2001 she founded Isabella’s Cookie Company, so that everyone could enjoy her fresh baked, all natural cookie creations. The company is based in Redondo Beach, California,…
Continue reading “PRODUCT: Isabella’s Cookie Company”

TIP OF THE DAY: Roasted Corn Guacamole

Even if you think your guacamole recipe is the best, there are so many guac lovers tweaking the basic recipe that you need to keep tasting! Now that it’s corn season, Top Chef Master and America’s best-known master of Mexican cuisine, Chef Rick Bayless, has put a new spin on guacamole. His special ingredients: grilled…
Continue reading “TIP OF THE DAY: Roasted Corn Guacamole”

TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Talenti Gelato New Flavors

Four New Pints, Seven New Pops Our favorite ice cream maker, Talenti Gelato, has introduced four welcome new flavors. The company has also turned seven of the most popular flavors into chocolate-covered ice cream bars. As with everything, they done a masterful job with: Argentine Caramel Gelato, a delight for dulce de leche lovers Alphonso…
Continue reading “TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Talenti Gelato New Flavors”

TIP OF THE DAY: Panzanella, Summer Bread Salad

Panzanella, Tuscan bread salad. Photo by Jerry Keith | Wikimedia.   Bread salad, like French toast and croutons, is one of those delicious recipes invented by necessity: Poor people needed to get another meal from leftover bread that had gone stale. Panzanella is a Tuscan-style bread salad made with a loaf of day-old (or older)…
Continue reading “TIP OF THE DAY: Panzanella, Summer Bread Salad”