TIP OF THE DAY: Summer Mocktails

In the heat* of the summer, not every cocktail fan wants alcohol; and not everyone drinks alcohol, preferring a cocktail. So mixologists created the most tempting mocktails we’ve seen: just like a creative cocktails served at hot spots. By layering complex flavors, you’ll never know the alcohol is missing. We’ve included two recipes below, created…
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FOOD FUN: Beer & Pretzel Hot Dog Buns

[1] Split the roll, add the hot dog, and bite! Here’s the recipe for pretzel buns (photo © Domestic Gothess). [2] You can use pretzel hot dog and burger buns for sandwiches, too. You can make the buns or buy them at Eastern Standard Provisions (photo © Eastern Standard Provisions).   Want to be the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: French Toast Sandwiches

With Father’s Say tomorrow, we couldn’t wait to test these French Toast recipes. First up: French Toast sandwiches.     SWEET OR SAVORY FRENCH TOAST SANDWICHES  Use French Toast slices as bread to make a sandwich. We made a wonderbar French Toast sandwich with smoked salmon, soft goat cheese (substitute cream cheese), onion, and tomato.…
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FOOD FUN: Birthday Shots

What a nifty idea for birthdays! It’s from Julie Albert and Lisa Gnat, the sisters who authored Bite Me. This recipe is from their second book, Bite Me Too. Their latest book, Lick Your Plate, has recently hit the shelves. Combine vodka, chocolate liqueur, cream and white cake mix, and top it with whipped cream…
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RECIPE: Beer Batter Sweet Potato Chips

Beer Batter Sweet Potato Chips: Slice ‘em, fry ‘em and enjoy them with spicy ketchup (photo courtesy Maya Kaimal).   What to serve with a cold beer? Why, beer-batter sweet potato chips. This recipe, from Chef Maya Kaimal, has an Eastern touch: rice flour instead of wheat flour (bonus: it’s gluten free), and spicy ketchup.…
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