TIP OF THE DAY: New Year’s Eve Dessert

If you need a special dessert for New Year’s Eve, consider making this “cupcake clock.” It works as a standalone dessert for a smaller group, or as a centerpiece for a larger dessert table. The clever concept is from Lauryn Cohen, a.k.a the blogger Bella Baker, known for her creative treats. For this recipe, Lauryn…
Continue reading “TIP OF THE DAY: New Year’s Eve Dessert”

TIP OF THE DAY: Serve Ice Cream Or Sorbet “Demitasse”

An easy and impressive ice cream dessert. Photo courtesy Talenti Gelato.   Here’s an ice cream recipe idea for a sweet yet light ending to a big dinner: ice cream demitasse. Use your demitasse (espresso) cups to serve small portions of ice cream or sorbet. They will be just enough to qualify as dessert, but…
Continue reading “TIP OF THE DAY: Serve Ice Cream Or Sorbet “Demitasse””

RECIPE: Easter Canapé Or Dessert

Colorful and delicious. Photo courtesy Vermont Butter & Cheese Creamery.   It couldn’t be easier to make this bite-size apricot morsel, which can be enjoyed with cocktails or with after-dinner coffee. All you need is dried apricots and a log of fresh goat cheese, with optional chopped nuts and whole nuts for garnish. You’ll need…
Continue reading “RECIPE: Easter Canapé Or Dessert”

THANKSGIVING: Send A Gorgeous Cake

Shown: 7-inch cake and individual size. Photo courtesy Financier Pâtisserie. Don’t like pumpkin pie? Find pecan pie too cloying? Financier Pâtisserie will send a beautiful seasonal cake to you, your holiday host, or anyone you’d like to wish a Happy Thanksgiving. Beautifully crafted in the French tradition, the cakes are available in 7-inch or 9-inch…
Continue reading “THANKSGIVING: Send A Gorgeous Cake”

GOURMET GIVEAWAY #1: Inspired Cuisine Crème Brûlée Mixes

Enjoy this delicious dessert at home. Photo courtesy Inspired Cuisine.   National Crème Brûlée Day is July 27th, but if you keep your pantry stocked with Inspired Cuisine Crème Brûlée Mix, you can enjoy the rich, creamy French custard any day. With these mixes, the custard is easy to make at home in a fraction…
Continue reading “GOURMET GIVEAWAY #1: Inspired Cuisine Crème Brûlée Mixes”