TIP OF THE DAY: How To Soften Brown Sugar ~ Fast!

Even though we stored our brown sugar in a supposedly airtight glass canister, it invariably became rock-hard in a few weeks, its natural high level of moisture evaporating into…well, who knows where it went? The old “Hints From Heloise” on how to soften brown sugar don’t work if you’re in a hurry. They include putting…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Cooking With Black Garlic

Chef Johnny Gnall takes on a relatively new ingredient, black garlic, which originated in Korea. It’s a fermented…If you have questions or suggestions for tips, email Chef Johnny. Sometimes you can dramatically alter the flavor profile of an ingredient simply by leaving it alone; such is the case with my new favorite ingredient, black garlic.…
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Breakfast Ice Cream & 20 More Deconstructed Food Recipes

We love deconstructed food (if you’re not familiar with the concept, scroll down). It’s done for artistry and for fun, but the result must taste as good or better than the original. Ample Hills Creamery, one of the most creative and beloved artisan ice cream shops in New York (Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, to be exact),…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Combine Condiments Into “Gourmet Condiments,” Part 1

Today and tomorrow, chef Johnny Gnall takes on condiments: how your cooking can soar to greater heights by combining condiments in non-traditional ways. We got a lot of inspiration from his suggestions! Email your comments and suggestions for tips of the day to Chef Johnny. You’re about to discover how to take your favorite condiments—ketchup,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 5 Kitchen Cooking Mistakes To Avoid

Frying pans, like ovens, need to be pre- heated before you add the food. Photo of Calphalon cookware from WilliamsSonoma.com.   Even if you cook relatively often, review these tips from Chef Danielle Turner. Chef Turner teaches cooking at venues such L’Academie de Cuisine, Whole Foods, Sur La Table and Williams-Sonoma, as well as on…
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