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Thai Waldorf Salad

If it's been a while, or you've never tried this classic salad, maybe it's time to revisit an old friend. I wanted to see if I could add a new face to this time tested classic. After several attempts, I present for your consideration, Thai Waldorf Salad.

BBQ California Style

My family has been specializing in Santa Maria BBQ for over 5 decades. I went from baby food right to Filet Mignon. Now this style of BBQ dates back over a century, to the days ...

Authentic Cuban Flan

This recipe for flan comes from my Cuban husband's family. It calls for cream cheese which I think gives this flan an extra creamy taste, kind of like a cross between a cheesecake and a custard. It is the best I've ever tasted!

10 Ideas That Work in the Kitchen

Ever had a really scrumptious meal and were left wondering just how that tasty dish was put together? Happens a lot and to a lot of people. Most people end up wishing that they could make a similar meal at home.

Teach Yourself How to Make Bread

Preservatives are bad for your health. Many people try to avoid foods filled with preservatives, but it is not an easy thing to do. You can take it a step farther and make your own food.

Is an Espresso Machine a Good Choice?

Drive through any city and it is practically impossible not to see at least one coffee shop. The reason of this goes beyond coffee and lies in espresso and coffee based drinks like cappuccinos and lattes. Consumers have come to realize that an espresso machine for their kitchen might be a better cho

Everything You Want To Know About Dry Red Wine But Were Afraid To Ask

Dry red wine is more than just an alcoholic drink, it embodies a certain type of lifestyle and mindset. Before you next pay a visit to you local liquor store, take a moment to read the following guide. It should allow you to have a better understanding of this tipple, and also help you when it comes

The Top 5 Mango Varieties

There are literally hundreds of different types of mangoes from all around the world, each with a distinct color, aroma, texture and, most importantly, flavor. We've scoured the world to bring you the very best five varieties.

The Best Beans You've Ever Had - Crock Pot Cooking

To be honest, when a friend gave me this recipe I thought. Yeah, humm and so.It just didn't sound all that great.She kept telling me to try it and I just kept dragging my feet. Ahh but these ARE the BEST beans ever!

Bamboo Mini Dishes: Innovation in Catering

The presentation of food plays an important role when you are catering to the needs of many people at a party or gathering. The way food is presented makes impact on our taste buds and ...

Best Home Wine Making Practices - Avoid Mistakes

When I tried my hand at wine making many years ago, without enlisting help from friends or literature, the results were, well, horrible. Making wine at home is easy, but only if you recognize and avoid some huge mistakes before you even start.

Wine Rack Lattice For the Best Wine in Town

Wines are developed to have a good taste for so many years. To achieved that taste, the juice form the grapes undergone different process and it took for wine makers so long to have that. That is why, wines should be valued especially its taste. It should be stored properly and so you may need a win

Using Internet Marketing To Boost Your Profits

In recent years, the internet has taken a central role in most people's lives. People shop, talk, and buy online more than ever before. For these reasons, any company can benefit from a well-developed internet ...

Tools To Get Your Cooking Measurements Just Right

It wasn't that long ago that recipes had a handful of this and a pinch of that. The thing that's tough about that is your pinch and my pinch isn't the same. And while I have a smallish hand, your handful of flour might be bigger. Some of today's cooks may still use these methods.

10 Common Myths About Water Debunked

Everyone has heard these ten common water myths dozens of times. Since we hear them so often we wrongfully assume that they are based in fact.

How To Create A Sourdough Starter

A sourdough starter is natural yeast added to your dough. It is made up of flour and water that will create its own living yeast and bacteria as you store it for long periods of ...

Video: Preparing Roasted Vegetables for Basque Chicken

Video Transcript Our water is boiling so we're going to take our Brussels sprouts and chop off these ends and then we'll simply throw them into the water. You don't have to worry about these cooking that much because we are going to roast them later on. While we're waiting for that,...