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Banana Flats (aka Bananadillas)

The Art of Simple Food

Posted by Chris Perrin on Paper Palate It is hard to classify The Art of Simple Food: Notes, Lessons, and Recipes from a Delicious Revolution by internationally renowned chef and owner of Chez Panisse, Alice Waters.  It has a lot of recipes for nearly every ingredient under the sun: veg...

Amazing Pecan Bars

Posted by Jamie L. on Just Baking. I received some pecans that were amazing, so I wanted to bake something that truly highlighted their flavor and texture. I have never made pecan pie, so that was my first thought, but I ended up choosing a recipe for pecan bars. I came across this recipe...

Martha Stewart’s Cooking School

Posted by Patsy Kreitman on Paper Palate. The much anticipated release of Martha Stewart’s Cooking School: Lessons and Recipes for the Home Cook has arrived in time for the holiday shopping season.  Martha has produced a cookbook that will please anyone on your gift giving list ...

Winter Wonder: Tezon Mistletoe

Posted by Colleen Graham on The Spirit World. Tequila, pomegranate and Champagne combine in the Mistletoe for a stunning holiday libation. This cocktail is perfect for elegant holiday affairs and intimate occasions when you want to impress your guests with something beyond the average. If fres...

Starbucks Not-So-Perfect Oatmeal

Posted by Chris Arpante on A Nice Cuppa I admit Starbucks is not the first place I will stop for a cup of coffee in the morning.  However, if I am running late, a Grande House Blend, black, works well.  And so was the case this morning.  A bit sluggish and hesitant gettin...