RECIPE: Tiramisu Cocktail

The popular Italian dessert tiramisu is typically composed of layers of sponge or ladyfingers, soaked in espresso liqueur; then layered with a mascarpone cheese and custard mixture; then dusted with cocoa or grated chocolate (here’s the history of tiramisu). Those jonesing for a rich and creamy tiramisu dessert can now quickly mix up an easy…
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RECIPE: Sriracha Palmiers

[1] Crusty, cheesy, spicy (Both photos © Pepperidge Farm). [2] The palmiers are easy to make with purchased puff pastry.   A palmier (palm-YAY) is a sweet or savory cookie made from puff pastry; the pastry is folded to resemble palm leaves (palmiers) or elephant ears, depending on your perspective. The sweet versions are rolled…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Appetizers With Champagne

As you’re getting ready to pop the cork on New Year’s Eve, what nibbles should you serve with the Champagne or other sparkling wine? Here are seven favorite pairings with Champagne. CAVIAR You don’t need the deep pockets for sturgeon caviar. Salmon caviar, trout caviar or whitefish caviar are just dandy. We enjoy serving them…
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