TIP OF THE DAY: Go Nuts For Fresh Nutmeg

This Peugeot nutmeg grinder is top- of-the-line, but may be more ginder than you need. Just as freshly-ground pepper bears no resemblance to the bland, pre-ground powder, freshly-ground nutmeg is a vibrant spice that perks up sweet and savory dishes alike. We use it to flavor apples and other seasonal fruits (pies, compotes, sautéed sliced…
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GOURMET GIVEAWAY: Señor Sangria

You can’t help but feel like it’s party time when you have a bottle of Señor Sangria at hand. If you win this week’s Gourmet Giveaway, you’ll soon have an entire case of this tasty blend of real fruit juice and Chilean Merlot, and a reason to have a party. Serve it with tapas or…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Deviled Deluxe

Our favorite deviled eggs: with salmoncaviar. Photo courtesy Red-Caviar.com.   Are you thinking about serving deviled eggs on New Year’s Eve? Get past the classic recipe and go for flavored deviled eggs. Use different flavorings: Fresh dill, curry, infused tobiko roes and wasabi are popular choices. Just divide the mashed yolks mixture after you’ve added…
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TRENDS: Feeling Charitable? Make A Small Donation!

Feeding America (formerly America’s Second Harvest), provides bags of groceries to the hungry. While we’ve been eating favorite foods throughout the holiday season, some people don’t even have the basics, and go hungry. Please think of ending the year with a small donation—$5, $10 or more would be great—to this worthwhile endeavor. Your contribution is…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Flaming Egg Nog

Egg nog is more festive in goblets or martini glasses. Photo courtesy Pitch.com.   We ring in the New Year with Champagne. But before the clock strikes midnight, we dazzle guests with flaming egg nog. 1. Make or buy the nog. If you purchase it, spice it up with 1-1/2 ounces of spiced rum per…
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