TIP OF THE DAY: Pairing Fine Cheddar

Americans tend to pair Cheddars with apples and grapes. That’s OK with supermarket Cheddars. But farmstead Cheddars—artisan Cheddars—are complex, full-flavored cheeses that go well with a wide range of accompaniments. Try figs and dates or mostarda—glazed fruits in a mustard sauce. In summer months, Cheddar with a sliced vine-ripened tomato (sprinkled with sea salt), celery…
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CULINARY EDUCATION: Great Classes At Institute For Culinary Education

Mad about macaroons? Learn how to make thesefab confections at ICE. Photo of Mad Mac Macaroons, a NIBBLE Top Pick Of The Week, by Claire Freiermann | THE NIBBLE. Are you in greater New York? Are you planning a trip? If so, in-between the shows, restaurants and shopping, plan to take one of the culinary…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Have A Water-Tasting Party

It can walk the walk on the grocery shelf, but can it “taste the taste?” Have a mineral water tasting party to find out. Photo courtesy Antipodes. Whether you’re looking for a zero-calorie way to get through the Academy Awards or a great way to entertain adults and kids in general, water is the way.…
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