It’s a rainy Friday afternoon in New York so we thought that a little treat would sweeten your mood.  The Fat Radish, a favorite restaurant in New York, has shared their recipe for Chocolate Pot de Crème with the Lazy Hostess, who loves this easy-to-make yet decadent dessert. Since these…
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Movie night will never be the same again.  America’s favorite snack food has been reinvented by Quinn Popcorn in several mouth-watering, gourmet flavors including Parmesan & Rosemary, Vermont Maple & Sea Salt and Lemon & Sea Salt. Not only is their popcorn delicious but it’s healthier than traditional brands who…
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Ladurée macarons have nothing less than a global cult following among the sophisticated social set.  The Parisian bakery first opened in 1862 and developed the iconic French cookie, which is made from two macaron shells filled with ganache. Originally posted on Sweet Designs by Amy Atlas, this dessert table by Azar…
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Think your peels are destined only for the composter? An innovative creation by Dutch designer, Rianne Koens, Peel Pride includes a series of kitchen tools that capture the aroma infused in the top layers of fruit and vegetables.  The top peeler cuts off the very thin fragrant layer of the…
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There are certain brands of champagne that never fail to impress.  Just from the packaging alone, they are instantly recognized and consistently in good taste.  But, just like in fashion, sticking to iconic brands can mean you are playing it a little safe.  Those with true style or, in this…
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Chocolatier Katrina Markoff is known for her exotic truffles that take us around the world through her handpicked spices, flowers, nuts and flavors. Now the founder of Vosges Haut-Chocolat is bringing us home for the holidays with her new box of seasonal truffles. With flavors such as Marrone Pistachio (Italian…
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Cocktail architect Yusef Austin shares the recipe and insider notes on one of his unique cocktail creations called, “White Mischief.”  Made with tequila, pear and the herb tarragon, this delicious yet unusual drink was created while Austin was on a recent safari trip in South Africa. Here he remembers that…
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Golden apples are usually found in only in fairy tales but with Food Finish, they can be served on your dinner table. Created by The Deli Garage and a small factory that produces high quality food coloring for fine European pastry shops, Food Finish is a spray on color that…
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Ghosts, goblins and ghouls don’t always have to be of the scary kind.  Halloween can have a cuter and sweeter side, especially if you are Mia Bauer, founder of Crumbs Bake Shop.  Halloween is by far her favorite holiday and a time of inspiration.   Here she shares a few…
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There are some invitations that one must simply never decline.  When Carla Ruben of Creative Edge Parties rings the bell for dinner, be prepared to go on a culinary adventure along with your fellow guests who, on this occasion, were a group of the most talented event designers, wedding planners…
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Choosing an unusual location for an event can add something special to the experience.  For guests that attended a recent dinner party in the remote desert in Northern Nevada, the experience was nothing short of spectacular. Seizing the opportunity to entertain the creative spirits and bon vivants that had descended…
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We love accidental masterpieces and the invention of this cocktail is a good example of taking a recipe, playing around and reinventing it in a unique way.  Photographer, writer and lifestyle blogger Emiko Davies shares her recipe for the Raspberry Acetosa Mojito, which was inspired by a framboise syrup recipe…
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