archive for December, 2010
Giveaway: Around My French Table
Posted on December 30, 2010
Just in case I didn’t make it perfectly clear from my Spiced Pecans and Cinnamon Pecan Brittle posts, I’m madly in love with Dorie Greenspan’s latest book Around My French Table –it’s quite a collection of recipes.
Larkspur: Gluten Free Mountain Dining
Posted on December 28, 2010
-Pictured above, Larkspur Restaurant I’ve been meaning to do a post about gluten free dining in Vail for eons. And I could easily title this “Gluten Free Dining in Vail,” or give it some other similar such name, however, when it comes to dining gluten free in Vail, there is really only one “place” that
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Cinnamon Pecan Brittle
Posted on December 27, 2010
I came up with the recipe for this Cinnamon Pecan Brittle when I messed up a recipe from Dorie Greenspan’s lovely cookbook, Around My French Table. I had thought I was making Spiced Nuts, though when I pulled these out of the oven, I realized that I had actually made a scrumptious nut brittle. So, I made
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Giveaway: Grain-Free Baked Goods and Desserts
Posted on December 23, 2010
Today I’m giving away a copy of The Spunky Coconut Grain-Free Baked Goods and Desserts: Gluten Free, Casein Free, and Often Egg Free by Kelly of The Spunky Coconut. This is an amazing cookbook, whether you’re gluten free or not. I love Kelly’s food. It’s delicious and I find her cooking just a bit healthier than
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Sunbutter Ice Cream
Posted on December 20, 2010
I was thrilled to have the darling Kelly and her adorable family over for dinner during one night of Hanukkah a couple of weeks ago. We made a delicious meal using various recipes from each of our cookbooks and websites, and then had the absolutely scrumptious dessert pictured above: Banana Coconut Cream Pie (made by
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Giveaway: All-Clad Sauce Pan Giveaway
Posted on December 16, 2010
Guess what?! I’m giving away a 2-Quart Saucepan from All-Clad. This sized saucepan probably wins the “most used pot” award in my kitchen. I use it for everything from Chai and Hot Chocolate to Butternut Squash Soup and Cranberry Sauce –it gets a lot of play around here and I love having it in my
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DIY Christmas Gift Round Up
Posted on December 13, 2010
This year I’m having a DIY Christmas. Not that Christmas is actually my holiday, as I’m Jewish. But that doesn’t mean I can’t give all my friends lovely homemade Christmas gifts. And give all of you guys fun ideas for Christmas gifts for your friends and loved ones.
Christmas Chocolate Bark
Posted on December 10, 2010
I am digging this yummy Christmas Chocolate Bark. Studded with rich pistachios, tart dried cranberries, and speckled with coarse chunks of salt, it’s a winner. I believe the ideas for this flavor combo came from the fabulous Alison. I think this bark would make a wonderful gift for the holidays. Just don’t eat too much
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DIY Foot Balm
Posted on December 9, 2010
You may notice that some of the ingredients in this foot balm, such as coconut oil and olive oil are food. I was taught during my Ayurvedic training, that the skin is the largest organ of absorption in the human body. Therefore, I make sure that anything I put on my skin is healthy enough for me
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Georgia’s Fruit Pudding
Posted on December 8, 2010
I recently fell in love with Georgia Pellegrini’s book Food Heroes and will be giving it to various friends for the holidays. I am also giving away a copy to one lucky winner on my Food Heroes post from Monday. It’s a great read and has wonderful recipes. The recipe below is my adaptation of
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Cookie Mix in a Jar
Posted on December 7, 2010
This year, I’m making many of the holiday gifts that I’ll be giving. One of my favorite things to give, that you might also like to give to your friends and family, is this homemade cookie mix. This high protein, gluten free cookie mix is quick and easy to make. Further, you are giving a
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Book Review: Food Heroes
Posted on December 6, 2010
I had the privilege of listening to the lovely, brilliant and beautiful Georgia Pellegrini speak on a panel at Blogher Food 2010. Afterwords we chatted for a bit and Georgia was kind enough to give me a signed copy of her book, Food Heroes: 16 Culinary Artisans Preserving Tradition. I promptly devoured this book and
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Hanukkah
Posted on December 2, 2010
Hanukkah oh Hanukkah come light the menorah! Let’s have a party we’ll all dance the horah! Hanukkah is the festival of lights. During this time, the darkest time of year, we celebrate the miracle of light, and it is a holiday that I enjoy ever so much. In Judaism, Hanukkah is merely a minor festival; our big holidays,
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