PRODUCTS: Chocolate Stuffed Puffs ~ Chocolate Marshmallows With Chocolate Filling

How do you make big, fluffy marshmallow even better? Stuff them with soft milk chocolate. August 30th is National Marshmallow Day, but don’t wait until then to try Stuffed Puffs. S’mores around the campfire is a yummy tradition: a stick, a fire, a toasted marshmallow, a square of chocolate and two graham crackers turn into…
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FOOD 101: The History Of Strawberries For National Strawberry Month

[1] Fresh strawberries (photo © InHarvest). [2] Strawberry lemonade (photo © La Cocina Color Lila). [3] Strawberry milkshake (photo © Friendship Dairies). [4] A flowering strawberry plant. The fruit grows from the flower (photo © John-Mark Smith | UnsplashUnsplash). [5] Strawberry plant (photo © Chris Yang | UnsplashUnsplash).   May is National Strawberry Month. Is…
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RECIPE: Crepes Suzette For National Crepes Suzette Day

May 6th is National Crêpes Suzette Day. If you know classic French cuisine, you’ve likely familiar with Crêpes Suzette. Crêpes Suzette are sweet crêpes made with a sauce of butter, sugar, orange juice, orange zest and an orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier. You can serve then for breakfast, brunch or dessert. Crêpe is the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Orange Juice Vinaigrette & Avocado Salad Recipes

[1] Orange juice vinaigrette (photo © California Olive Ranch). [2] Avocado, grapefruit and kale salad (photo © Good Eggs). [3] Avocado, black bean and red bell pepper salad (photo © Avocados From Chile).   May 4th is National Orange Juice Day. Here’s something that’s both special and easy to make in less than 15 minutes.…
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MOTHER’S DAY GIFT: Cheese Tower Instead Of A Cheese Plate

For a cheese lover, this Cheese Tower made of slate and oak is an elegant and fun alternative to a cheese plate or tray. Just place the cheese—sliced, cubed, whatever—on the layers and place it on the buffet or pass it around the table. The presentation will delight your guests. The Party Tower gives you…
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