Paris is well-known for its many passages; hidden shopping arcades that were created at the end of the 18th century. They were typically dug through existing building or created as the buildings were constructed, and they were covered by glass roofs to allow well-off residents to shop rain or shine. Around 1850, the city counted over… Continue Reading
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A Chocolate and Pastry Tour in New York City
If you’re following me on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook, you know that I was in New York last week attending the International Association of Culinary Professionals’ Annual Conference. It was an amazing culinary, educational, and inspirational experience, which I still need to decant to assimilate. I will read the many pages of notes I jotted… Continue Reading
What to Eat in Sicily
While 5 days in Sicily was certainly not enough to experience all the deliciousness the Italian island has to offer, I went prepared (and hungry!) and was able to taste lots of local gourmet foods and dishes – enough to fill many notebook pages with recipe ideas to make at home. Here’s a pictorial of… Continue Reading
On Cheese, Cured Meats and Chocolate: A Foodie Tour of Salt Lake City {Part 2 of 2}
The second half of the Foodie Tour led by Lindsey in Salt Lake City was a stop at Tony Caputo’s Market & Deli. Tony Caputo’s store {let’s call it TC from now on} is divided in half: on one side, you have fine cheeses, cured meats, chocolates, olive oils, imported products and freshly baked breads… Continue Reading
Shopping Gourmand: Gadgets – Plus, a roundup of the best online holiday/gift guides!
Just when you think you have everything you need in the kitchen, there’s a new, clever tool that grabs your attention and promises to make your life easier. Some gadgets will just become clutter that overfill that “throw-it-all-in-there” drawer we all have, but many are really useful and make great gifts. Here are 9 gadgets that… Continue Reading