Category Archives: Fun Stuff

Try a Maltese Tradition and enjoy World Figolli Day!

Posted on 2011/04/24 by Gabi

I admit I had never heard of a “Figolli” before Nanette of Gourmet Worrier invited me to participate in her “World Figolli Day” event. It turns out that they are a quite yummy traditional Easter treat from Malta. Sort of … Continue reading →

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The Encyclopedia of Sandwiches

Posted on 2011/04/05 by Gabi

“The Encyclopedia of Sandwiches Recipes, History and Trivia, For Everything Between Sliced Bread” by Susan Russo and Photographed by Matt Armendariz comes out today- go get it! I was lucky enough to recieve an advance copy from the cool folks … Continue reading →

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Pink Heart Valentine’s Sugar Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting

Posted on 2011/02/14 by Gabi

    Pink Frosted Soft Sugar Cookies 3 Cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1-1/4 cups of granulated sugar 1 cup butter or (1/2 butter -1/2 non-hydrogenated shortening) 3 eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla Mix … Continue reading →

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The Geometry of Pasta

Posted on 2010/12/11 by Gabi

The perfect shape + the perfect sauce! A few months ago Quirk Books was kind enough to offer me a review copy of “The Geometry of Pasta” by Caz Hildebrand and Jacob Kennedy. I accepted with enthusiasm and then life got … Continue reading →

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