My TiVo is already so backlogged, but I guess I’ll just keeping piling shows on that I have to watch (once my book is turned in, I’m all about the couch and the remote). Weddings are so full of drama, they make for perfect reality TV. Throw in some sugar and flour and I can get on board. Check out … Read More ...
Apply for Junior MasterChef 2011
Applications for Australia’s Junior Master Chef 2011 are now open! Find all the details HERE and learn more about the show HERE. Kids in the kitchen? Great concept for a show. I hope the US catches on soon.
… Read More ...Pie Pi
Aaaah, I’m knee deep in the midst of my photo shoot for my book and I’ve been neglecting something very important: Pi Day! (As in March 14, 3.14). Thanks to Sugar Bee Crafts for the reminder. Check out some Pi Pie.
… Read More ...Potato Chip Tree
Turn potato chips into a centerpiece with this potato chip tree stand. Learn more about it HERE at Spoon and Tamago.
… Read More ...Redesigning the Recipe
Check out the amazing finalists from Good’s “Redesign the Recipe” challenge to see how these creative foodies turned recipes into images. I’m pleasantly surprised at the stunning variation in the 23 final choices. Shown are submissions from Francesco Vedovato, Sarah Dupakoski and Margaret McGill.
… Read More ...Clever Breakfasts
Check out this array of healthy, delicious and impossibly clever breakfast dishes created by Bill Wurtzel for his wife of 49 years, Claire. He’s currently seeking a publisher for his children’s book, “Breakfast for Claire.” Learn more HERE on his site. And see a slideshow of his work HERE at The New York Times.
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How To Make Dr. Seuss Cupcakes
Look at the gems I found in my Inbox today: Dr. Seuss cupcakes from Sugar Swings! to celebrate Theodor Geisel’s birthday Tuesday (which, on a side note, I knew was coming given the to-do my daughter’s school is giving the event). I mean how utterly perfect are these? Perfectly perfect. If I was at all clever, I would find some … Read More ...
Broccoli Forest Cake
I know I’ve posted before on something similar (here), but I couldn’t resist these fantastic broccoli forest cakes from Not Quite Nigella. Aside from the fact that I’ve been fully intrigued by sweet things-turned-savory lately, just look at these. The “dirt,” the “trees,” the li’l piggy, bug and flower decorations… Love ’em. Find the recipe and how-tos … Read More ...
A Foodie President’s Day
Celebrate the US President’s Day the proper way, with food. Find food-related tidbits on ten US Presidents HERE at Chow. For example, President Taylor consumed a large bowl of cherries and a pitcher of iced milk at a 4th of July celebration, then died of cholera. I love Millard Fillmore’s problem solving. Neither he nor the cook knew how … Read More ...
National Drink Wine Day
Apparently today is National Drink Wine Day, at least here in the US. So bye, I’ll see you tomorrow…
… Read More ...Oedipus in Vegetables
“The story of Oedipus, in 8 minutes, performed in vegetables, in the tradition of Bun Hur.” I’ll not touch the description at vimeo. Perfect. See this short film by Jason Wishnow and learn more about how it was made HERE.
… Read More ...Valentine’s Day Cookie Pops and an all new TomKat Studio
More Valentine’s Day cookies from yours truly, yes, but I also want to make sure to send you over to the TomKat Studio’s swanky new site. They were kind enough to feature my cookies (find the tutorial HERE). If you’ve somehow not heard of the TomKat Studio, their blog is chock full of gorgeous party ideas, links to … Read More ...
Underwater Cooking Photo Shoot
I am so very very much in awe of this underwater cooking photo shoot featuring Damaris of Kitchen Corners by Mark of Holladay Photo. I don’t even know what to say. Please see the full shoot HERE immediately.
… Read More ...Favorite Foods of the US Presidents
Stroll through a bit of US history over at Make and Takes with some fun facts and tidbits about the eating (and drinking) habits from our Founding Fathers to present day. You’ll even find an all day menu for President’s Day that incorporates many of the favorites. I share Ronald and Nancy Reagan’s favorite. Mac n’ cheese.
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Amy Atlas’s S’Mores Shoot
If anyone else is excited as I am about Amy Atlas’s upcoming book, then head over to her blog for a sampling with this amazing S’mores shoot created for a magazine shoot. Yep. Counting the days…
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