Category: Beverages

TIP OF THE DAY: Chai Hot Chocolate

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If you like chai and hot chocolate, try this “fusion” recipe from San Francisco chocolatier Michael Recchiuti: 1. Grate 2 ounces of a quality chocolate bar in the 40% to 50% cacao range. 2. Brew 3 ounces of chai tea for 5 minutes in a cup of boiling water. Strain into a quart vessel, pressing…
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ENTERTAINING: Thanksgiving Tea Party

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Savor the aroma of a great cup of tea. Photo courtesy DenbyUSA.com. Tea is a relaxing social tradition, where friends get together to talk and enjoy each other’s company. Why not invite friends over for tea during Thanksgiving weekend? Many people are in town to see their families, and tea is an easy way to…
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PRODUCT: Currant C Selling Final Inventory

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Last chance to enjoy these wonderful juices! Photo by Hannah Kaminsky | THE NIBBLE. It is with a heavy heart that we join Gregg Quinn, founder and president of Currant C black currant beverages, to inform you that the wonderful line of Currant C has ceased production. We reviewed it last year and adored it.…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Java & Co. Artisan Coffee Syrups

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Coffee: neat, pressed and hungry for a shot (of Java & Co. syrup, that is). Photo © Elina Manninen | Fotolia.com. Millions of people in America walk into their favorite coffee emporium and order their java with a shot of syrup. Amaretto, caramel, hazelnut and vanilla are very popular, and it’s high season for egg…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Spiced Hot Chocolate

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Enjoy this yummy hot chocolate recipe, courtesy of top chocolatier Larry Burdick. Per serving: 1. Mix 1.5 cups milk, 2 heaping teaspoons of top quality cocoa powder, 1/4 cup of ground dark chocolate with 60% or higher cacao content (chop and grind a good dark chocolate bar in a spice mill or a food processor)…
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