TIP OF THE DAY: French Toast Recipes For National French Toast Day

[1] Dulce De Leche French Toast with macerated fresh berries, dulce de leche drizzle and a hand-whipped cream (photo © Chica | Las Vegas). [2] French toast sandwich with jam. Here’s the recipe (photo © Zulka Sugar). [3] Apple Pecan French Toast. Here’s the recipe (photo © Zulka Sugar). [4] Pumpkin-batter French Toast with a…
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TIP OF THE DAY: What’s On A Charcuterie Board

When we entertain, whether cocktails or dinner, we serve drinks and hors d’oeuvre with as little effort as possible. If we’re going to serve wine, we start with open bottles of red and white, and leave unopened bottles on the side so guests can uncork them when they’re ready for more. If we’re serving cocktails,…
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RECIPE: Baklava Tart (No Struggling With Phyllo Leaves)

[1] In this recipe, baklava is moved from its original pan recipe to a fusion with tart shells, which are a Medieval European invention (photo © Hannah Kaminsky). [2] For comparison, a classic piece of baklava, which is made in a sheet pan like brownies, but cut on the diagonal (photo © Recchiuti Confections). [3]…
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FOOD HISTORY: The History Of Happy Hour

[1] Among the most popular cocktails in the U.S. are the Bloody Mary (photo © Bonefish Grill)… [2] The Martini (photo © Ruths Chris Steak House)… [3] The Cosmopolitan (photo © Inspired By Charm)… [4] The Margarita (photo © Casa Noble Tequila)… [5] The Daiquiri (photo © Tempered Spirits)…and… [6] The Moscow Mule (photo ©…
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Types Of Champagne & Champagne To Pair With Thanksgiving Dinner

[1] This turkey is actually basted with Champagne as well. Here’s the recipe from Taste of Home. It takes two cups of Champagne or other sparkling wine. [2] Start the dinner with bubbly, starting with the hors d’oeuvres. Here’s more from Good Food (photo © Good Food | Marina Oliphant). [3] A popular appetizer, Baked…
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