One of the first things I discovered at the new Trader Joe’s was the refrigerated pre-marinated beef for Korean bulgogi. I’ve enjoyed this dish for years, and even without a grill, it turns out fine on my ridged stovetop pan, although I do miss the char-grilled taste of the real thing. The Trader Joe’s version is … Continue reading
Golden Egg Nog Truffles @ Donna & Company
I’m always going on about the fine artisan chocolates that come from Donna & Company in Cranford. Owner Diane Pinder also operates the Donna Toscana Chocolate Lounge in Cranford, and I have my fingers perpetually crossed in hopes of being able to buy her exquisite chocolates in the Princeton area some day. Meanwhile, you can order online … Continue reading
Holiday Gifts for Foodies
What to get that foodie friend of yours…here are some quick ideas that landed in my Inbox: Got a barbecue fanatic in the family? Maybe it’s time for a home smoker. At left you see a Bradley Smoker. They run $399 to $599. They’re electric, they use specialized wood, and there’s no actual smoke, tar, … Continue reading
Kallari Chocolate at Whole Foods Dec. 5, 11:00am
Look for this leaf on a chocolate bar near you. I’ve sampled Kallari‘s chocolates at Whole Foods once or twice before, and really liked them. Their cacao beans are organically grown (Rainforest certified) and harvested by a cooperative of family farmers in the Amazon. The beans travel less than 7 hours to Quito for chocolate production. 100 percent … Continue reading
Canal House Cooking N°2
Here it is, Canal House Cooking N°2 Fall & Holiday, the latest volume in the series of seasonal cookbooks from the Canal House Studio in Lambertville that debuted last summer. Melisssa Hamilton and Christopher Hirsheimer, two very experienced food and publishing pros, have produced another winning collection of the kind of food they and their families and friends enjoy, this time for … Continue reading
The Ace of Cakes at Kitchen Kapers
December 4 at Kitchen Kapers-be there or be square! Meet Baltimore’s Duff Goldman, star of the popular Food Network show, Ace of Cakes, as he signs copies of “Ace of Cakes, Inside the world of Charm City Cakes,” at Kitchen Kapers on Palmer Square. The book will be sold at a nice discount, and a big … Continue reading
Edy’s Peppermint Cones
These just looked so good that I couldn’t resist sharing! I have to confess that when I do succumb to supermarket ice cream, Edy’s is often my choice. And I tend to like these seasonal, offbeat flavors best. When I was a kid, my favorite ice cream was Ho Jo’s peppermint stick, which is probably … Continue reading
Thank You Tre Piani
FROM SOUP (er, oysters) TO NUTS (okay, this isn’t the pecan pie, but the entrée), GOOD JOB JIM! Thanks from my family to you and yours, and your great staff!
Nigella @ B&N December 4
Attention Shoppers! Barnes & Noble, Princeton Market Fair, hosts a discussion and signing with Nigella Lawson on December 4, 7:30pm. The goddess of “easy extravagance” will discuss and sign her latest holiday cookbook, Nigella Christmas. Special Instructions: Seating is limited and begins at 6:00 pm. Books must be purchased prior to seating. Standing room is available. … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Notes
We’re closing in on turkey day, and here are some options I’ve received information about for dinner in area restaurants: Dinner is served at Tre Piani in Forrestal Village (I’ll be there with my family again this year!), Noon to 6:00pm, $49 per person (less for kids). Their dinner last year was so good, heirloom turkey … Continue reading
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