TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Tipsy Scoop Ice Cream & Sorbet With Spirits (Alcohol, That Is)

Long ago, in our graduate school years, we would go home when the library closed at 11 p.m. and make a batch of boozy ice cream. Our specialties: Grand Marnier, Amaretto with crushed amaretti cookies, Harvey’s Bristol Cream Sherry and Kahlúa Coffee Chip. We haven’t made them for years (there’s no room in the freezer…
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Gourmet Dried Mushroom Sampler & How To Use Dried Mushrooms

Updated August 2026 Do you use dried mushrooms in your cooking? If not, you’re missing out. They give you opportunities to throw mushrooms into your omelet, make mushroom soup, elevate grain bowls, and so much more. Take a look. Below: > The benefits of dried mushrooms. > How to rehydrate and use mushrooms. > Our…
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KITCHEN GADGET: Churro Maker

[1] Churros made with the San Diablo Artisan Churro Maker (photos #1 and #2 © San Diablo Churros). [2] This tube-shaped device turns the dough into churros, ready to fry or bake. [3] Party idea: a Fiesta Churro Bar, with DIY sauces and garnishes. Here’s the recipe (photo © BHG). [4] How about spicy churro…
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