PRODUCT: New Earl Grey Teas From Twinings

[1] Lavender-scented tea (photo © Doctors Health Press). [2] Jasmine-scented tea (photo courtesy Par Avion Tea). [3] Earl Grey Extra Bold has more bergamot flavor (photo © Twinings). [4] A bergamot orange: a sour orange popular for marmalade and flavoring (photo © Clove Garden).   Earl Grey is one of America’s most popular flavored teas,…
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Jell-O Shots Recipes For Your Valentine(s)

How about gelatin shots as a treat for Valentine’s Day? Use unflavored gelatin and other drink ingredients to turn your favorite cocktails into a solid form. The alcohol-free version, Jell-O Jigglers, uses Jell-O for flavor and color; and engendered the return of a very old recipe—popular among young ladies in the 1860s, popular among all…
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Leftover Steak For Breakfast & The History Of The Doggie Bag

When life gives you leftover steak, make steak and grits. That’s what we did when we happily brought home a doggie bag from a midtown steakhouse Friday night. The next morning the leftovers became part of breakfast (or brunch*, if you prefer). You can make steak and eggs, of course; but we don’t have grits…
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