TIP OF THE DAY: DIY Éclair Party

[1] Eclairs decorated by pastry great Johnny Iuzzini for Le Meridien hotels. [2] Decorated eclairs by Master Pastry Chef Michel Richard at Pomme Palais in New York Palace Hotel. [3] The Dsmile decorating pen makes it easy to decorate with designs or writing.   Éclairs are a special-occasion pastry. Only sugar-avoiders would turn down the…
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Different Margarita Rims For Your Margarita Cocktails

[1] Something different: a chili powder rim instead of salt. Or, mix the two. At Richard Sandoval restaurants. [2] A cayenne rim (Tajin seasoning) on a guava Margarita at Dos Caminos restaurants. [3] Smoked salt rims a classic Margarita from Noble Tequila.   What’s your idea of the perfect margarita? With so many choices offered…
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Healthy Toppings For A Fun, Delicious Bagel Buffet

[1] Bagel topping ideas from Arla, which makes delicious flavored cream cheeses including Herbs & Spices, Natural, Natural Light and Pineapple, with seasonal specialties (photos © Arla). [2] Fruit on bagels? Sure…and you can put it on raisin bagels for a double fruit hit. [3] A stylish color match of fruits and veggies. [4] This…
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Truffles Vs. Not Truffles: What Is A Chocolate Truffle?

[1] The original truffles (photo © Roz Marina | 123rf). [2] The selection at Pierre Hermé, a top Paris destination. [3] Contemporary flavors of ganache enrobed in chocolate (photo © Good Eggs). [4] Royce Chocolate, a commercial producer in Japan, prefers rectangle truffles (they’re easier to make and pack). [5] The Périgord black truffle, more…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With Tres Leches Cake

[1] Basic tres leches cake with added rum. Here’s the recipe from Bake Or Break. [2] Add some fruit garnish. Here’s the recipe from Renee’s Kitchen Adventures. [3] Go chocolate, with this recipe from The Domestic Rebel. [4] Go fancy for a special occasion. Here’s the recipe from Vika’s Home Goods.   First: There’s a…
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