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Spa at Home Sunday with Dermelect
in Are you a beauty?, on October 20, 2008
... the exception to that rule.
This deceptively-named, dual purpose cleanser or mask dispenses as a creamy liquid but when applied to damp skin (just a pea-sized amount is needed), it transforms into ...
Weekend Herb Blogging - Belgian Endive
in Do you like to cook?, on October 18, 2008
...y, composed salads that include apples for a hit of sweetness, Roquefort or blue cheese for a nice, creamy tanginess and chopped walnuts for richness.
This nourishing autumn salad is my entry for thi...
Four Ways With Squash
in Do you like to cook?, on October 16, 2008
... This will take about about 30 minutes. Add 1/2 stock and stir until rice is tender and mixture is creamy, adding more stock if too thick, about 5 minutes.
For your final exercise in stirring, stir i...
Como Blonde Designer Jewelry
in The Jewelry Weblog, on October 13, 2008
...meter. Individually knotted on white silk thread, these lovely neutral colored beads have beautiful creamy pearl tones and would be perfect worn as Bridal Jewelry.
$387
Go to most department stores ...
Cheese of the Month - Sainte Maure de Touraine
in Do you like to cook?, on October 7, 2008
...e is an attention grabber.
Just look at that wrinkled, fuzzy exterior wrapped around a pure white, creamy interior. So intriguing.
And its flavor is exquisite!
Perfectly balanced and mild with a nic...
New & Notable - Black Amethyst from Bath & Body Works
in Are you a beauty?, on October 6, 2008
... in an Eau de Toilette for $26.50, Body Lotion ($10.50), Body Butter ($15.00), Shower Gel ($10.50), Creamy Body Wash ($10.50), Body Splash ($12.00), Bubble Bath ($12.00), Body Cream ($12.00), and Hand...
Weekend Herb Blogging - Lemon Thyme
in Do you like to cook?, on September 30, 2008
...ek. Valentina will share the entire WHB round-up next Monday with us.
Both grilled fish dishes and creamy potato gratins are perfect blank canvases for lemon thyme . This wonderful, aromatic herb is...
Cooking The Blogosphere
in Do you like to cook?, on September 29, 2008
...one of autumn's golden gems, with pork and serves up a gorgeous looking Pork Medallions With Creamy Chanterelle Sauce .
Some of the best food writing and recipes on the Internet can be found a...
Cheese of the Month - Caruchon
in Do you like to cook?, on September 13, 2008
...e.
I really love this cheese!
Caruchon has a mild, yet rich, and tangy flavor with a dense, creamy texture that becomes soft and oozing as the cheese matures.
It is super flavorful without bei...
Skip the Sag w/BORBA's New Firming Neck & Decollete Cream
in Are you a beauty?, on August 25, 2008
...collete Cream .
This targeted treatment is super rich and thick (it's almost the texture of a creamy lip balm) and packed to the gills with antioxidants sourced from Acai, Pomegranate, Green Tea...
Cheese of the Month - Coulommiers
in Do you like to cook?, on August 20, 2008
...ion of northern France.
The flavor is slightly sweet, earthy and mushroomy and it has a wonderful creamy, chewy texture and an incredible, Heady aroma. A perfectly ripe Coulommiers will bulge, no...
The Omnivore's Hundred
in Do you like to cook?, on August 14, 2008
I ran across this list last night and thought it would be fun. Please join in!
The Very Good Taste Omnivore's Hundred: Below is a list of 100 things that I think every good omnivore should have tried at least once in their life. The list includes fine food, strange food, everyday food and eve...
Neue Energie!
in Das Freizeitsport, on August 12, 2008
...kt gibt es jetzt von Powerbar einen neuen Powerriegel in den Geschmacksrichtungen Berrie Blast, Creamy Citrus und Tangy Tropical. Endlich wird es mal fruchtig!
Laut Herstellerangaben sind di...
Cheese of the Month - Langres
in Do you like to cook?, on July 29, 2008
...a better description ) and a wet, shiny looking crust. The cheese melts in your mouth as the spicy, creamy and mildly salty flavors blend together. This is a very special cheese!
If you have a local ...
Roquefort and Tomato Tart
in Do you like to cook?, on July 20, 2008
...Roquefort . What a revelation! When it is cooked, the sharpness and acidity mellow out into a mild, creamy and appealing flavor.
Today's recipe: Roquefort and Tomato Tart
Tarte au Roque...
WHB - Warm Lemony Potato and Arugula Salad
in Do you like to cook?, on July 11, 2008
...e vinaigrette is tangy with lemon and the arugula adds a wonderful, peppery contrast to the smooth, creamy roasted potatoes.
Arugula , also called Rocket, has a delicious, spicy bite and is packed w...
WHB - Zucchini Frittata
in Do you like to cook?, on June 28, 2008
...finding that this is an very versatile vegetable.
In the last seven days I've made a tangy and creamy Zucchini, Goat's Cheese and Lemon Pasta , a stack of spicy, curry infused Zucchini Panc...
Mövenpick bietet Bio-Eis
in Bio Channel, on June 26, 2008
...s zunächst in der Wolfsburger Autostadt geben soll:
In der neuen Eisdiele "Cool&Creamy" auf dem Autostadtgelände bietet das Mövenpick erstmals Bio-Eis an. "Wir setzen damit unser...
Navigating MAC's Newest Collections
in Are you a beauty?, on June 9, 2008
... lacquers in this collection - Naughty Nautical is a deep blue and Shirelle is a perfect, cool, creamy red.
Dazzleglass is a collection of sixteen high shine, intense sparkle glosses. I love gl...
Four Ways With Rhubarb
in Do you like to cook?, on May 21, 2008
Rhubarb adds a zippy flavor to recipes that is unlike any other.
When combined with strawberries, cherries, apples, and other fruits, the flavor only gets better. On the savory side, rhubarb makes a wonderful, tangy chutney or a delicious sauce for chicken, pork, game meat and salmon.
Here are fou...
Basic Wine and Cheese Pairings
in Celebrate Wine, on May 17, 2008
...A salty cheese goes best with a sweet wine. The classic example of this is Stilton with Port.
Pair creamy cheeses with tannic wines. full-bodied red wines go best with creamy, soft-ripening ch...
Wine Tasting: Smith Woodhouse 1994 Colheita Tawny Port
in Celebrate Wine, on May 7, 2008
...weet side. A neighbor of mine just started working in a cheese store and we paired the port with a creamy, truffle brie. The richness in the cheese was perfect and cut the sweetness in the por...
Feta Cheese
in Do you like to cook?, on April 24, 2008
... lately I've become obsessed with feta cheese .
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Feta is a well known, tart and creamy, brined curd cheese from Greece. Originally it was made with unpasteurized goat's or sheep...
New! Bath & Body Works Blushing Cherry Blossom
in Are you a beauty?, on April 9, 2008
...ascena, Super Hedoine, White Jasmin, Rose Juliette Greco
Dry Down Notes: Musk, Violet, Soft Amber, Creamy Sandalwood
Blushing Cherry Blossom is available in: Eau de Toilette ($19.00), Body Lotion ($...
Beauty News: Gwen Gets Dolled Up for Fall
in Are you a beauty?, on April 4, 2008
... inside are:
Love , a sensuous floral with notes of lace rose, jasmine sambac, nectarine blossom, creamy paperwhites and Egyptian jasmine, and a drydown of petally ylang, creamy vanilla orchid, sens...
Homemade Crème Fraîche
in Do you like to cook?, on March 31, 2008
...erries or as a nice contrast to the sweetness of brownies, and is spectacular when swirled into creamy soups.
I often find recipes in my French cookbooks that call for crème fraîche and before we mov...
WHB - Sparkling Springtime Asparagus Risotto
in Do you like to cook?, on March 29, 2008
...r Cava , instead of white wine. The bubbles create a really lovely, balanced flavor that is rich, creamy and delicious! Of course, if you don't have any fizzy wine, feel free to replace it with r...
MAC & Heatherette Launches!
in Are you a beauty?, on March 20, 2008
... firsts for MAC with the Heatherette collection are the new Dual-Edge Eye Pencils . One tip is a creamy, long-wearing eye liner while the other holds a complementary glitter formula. All limited ed...
Braised Lamb with White Beans
in Do you like to cook?, on March 10, 2008
... and delicious! This lamb dish I cooked last week made a wonderful, rich meal of lamb cooked with creamy, tomato and rosemary infused white beans.
Agneau Aux Haricots Blancs
Braised Lamb With Wh...
Favorite Recipes of the Week
in Do you like to cook?, on March 9, 2008
At least once a week I try to catch up with my favorite food blogs. You would be amazed by just how many hours I could devote to this activity!
Yes, I do have a life.
These are the best I've seen this week.
Betty at Cuisine Quotidienne shares her golden and juicy looking Spicy Sunda...
Foods You Have to Try in Mexico
in Latina Viva, on March 8, 2008
...rker squeezes key lime juice on it and adds red chili powder. (Some people prefer mayonnaise, white creamy crumbly cheese and chili powder instead of the lime and chili combo.)
This is just the tip o...
WHB - Herbes de Provence
in Do you like to cook?, on March 7, 2008
My entry for this week's Weekend Herb Blogging is a salad of rich, dark green le Puy lentils infused with herbes de Provence and garlic, scattered with chunks of tangy, fresh goat cheese and served with crunchy slices of French bread.
WHB's inspiring creator, Kalyn , has offered the ta...
Weekend Events
in Do you like to cook?, on March 6, 2008
The beach is the place to be this weekend. There are events celebrating wine and seafood on both the Gulf and Atlantic coasts.
The Outer Banks in North Carolina are playing host to the Outer Banks Taste of the Beach festival. Spend three nights and days on The Outer Banks, tasting some of the fin...
Mini Corn Muffins With Red Pepper and Green Onions
in Do you like to cook?, on March 5, 2008
I haven't made savory mini muffins in ages! Possibly since last August .
Last night's were wonderful, little bite-sized muffins that I served with apéritifs to Danish friends who came for dinner. The theme of the evening was Mexican and I wanted it to be memorable - especially since they...
March at the Farmer's Market
in Do you like to cook?, on March 3, 2008
The month of March already? Hard to believe that for many of us, winter is pretty much over. (If you're still buried under piles of snow, don't despair, it will melt soon!)
The softness of spring is in the air, bringing with it an array of new produce at the Farmers Markets.
At their ...
Pad Thai - A Huge Thanks to Pim!
in Do you like to cook?, on March 2, 2008
Friday evening I whipped up one of my all time favorite dishes: Pad thai .
Attending the University of Washington in Seattle meant that a fabulous and inexpensive Thai restaurant was around virtually every corner. My Pad Thai addiction was easily satisfied.
When we moved away I learn...
A Dream of a Cream Soup
in Do you like to cook?, on February 29, 2008
... me, you'll love this soup! If you're not...
well, I dare say you're missing out!
Creamy, Dreamy Broccoli Soup
serves 4
1 pound broccoli, trimmed and cut up (about 4 cups)
1 medi...
Another Weekend of Food Fun!
in Do you like to cook?, on February 28, 2008
Before I began contributing to Like to Cook I had no idea there was such a variety of food and wine festivals to attend!
I try to take advantage of any events in our area. There are always wine tastings to attend and last weekend was the Fete de la Bigarade . Last October there was a weekend du...
Maybe I Just Don't Get It...
in Do you like to cook?, on February 26, 2008
Food is a pleasure to our senses: its texture, its aroma, its visual appeal and most importantly, its flavor .
True flavor is what I seek when I buy food. So, imagine my dismay at discovering something called a Grapple when I was in the States earlier this month. It's an apple that is made t...
Seville Oranges - Making Marmalade
in Do you like to cook?, on February 25, 2008
A Saturday outing to la Fête de la Bigarade in la Caunette , a small village just up the road from our small village, yielded several kilos of bitter, Seville oranges, also called bigarades .
How could I resist buying a bag of these fragrant, plump and juicy beauties?
I couldn'...
Feeding The Birds
in Do you like to cook?, on February 21, 2008
There are many unique holidays in February. Holidays such as Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, President's Day and most importantly, National Chocolate Soufflé Day (February 28).
February is also the month in which Lithuania , Sri Lanka , Estonia and St. Lucia celebrate their Independenc...
February Festival Fun
in Do you like to cook?, on February 20, 2008
There's a little bit of something for everyone going on this weekend around the globe!
Menton, located along the beautiful French Riviera in the south of France, is celebrating the golden lemon for three weekends at their annual Fête du Citron which features parades, fireworks, visit...
Chicken in Red Wine Vinegar
in Do you like to cook?, on February 18, 2008
... them. Serve it with a crisp green salad and some potatoes, preferably a Gratin Dauphinois . The creamy potatoes are a perfect match to the tangy vinegar and tomato sauce that coats the chicken.
...
Tag...I'm It!
in Do you like to cook?, on February 16, 2008
I've been tagged for a meme by Lia Huber at Swirling Notions in which I'm to reveal Random Truths About Myself.
So, here you go...random, silly and sometimes embarrassing tidbits about me.
What Were You Doing 10 Years Ago?
Preparing to move from Seattle to New Orleans.
What Were Yo...
Moules Marinières Recipe
in Do you like to cook?, on February 15, 2008
Originally a Belgian dish, Moules Marinières can be found on restaurant menus in almost every seaside town in France. They are often associated with sitting by the sea in the summertime, but I prefer mussels in the winter. They are usually plumper , juicier and more flavorful.
This is a qui...
Cornbread Cook-Off
in Do you like to cook?, on February 13, 2008
Think you make the most amazing and fabulous cornbread? Think that recipe is worth $5,000 in cash and a $2,500 stainless steel gas range?
If so, Martha White and Lodge Cast Iron are looking for you! The 2008 Cornbread Cook-Off is searching for the best, most original main dish cornbread recip...
Cauliflower and Apple Soup at au Midi
in Do you like to cook?, on February 10, 2008
Yesterday I went out to lunch with my sister and three of her friends at au Midi , an unassuming, little French restaurant in Aptos , California. The owners are a couple from Cassis , Muriel and Michel Loubiére. He smoothly and charmingly works the front of the house and she's the genius in...
More February Food and Wine Festivals
in Do you like to cook?, on February 9, 2008
Garlic in vast quantities can be enjoyed all weekend in Delray Beach, Florida at the 9th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Fest . Events include wine tasting, live entertainment, a children's area and gourmet, garlicky food. Yum!
If it's wine you're after, there are several wine tasting event...
Everything's Coming Up Lilies at LUSH
in Are you a beauty?, on February 8, 2008
...u, Oprah), Fresh and of course... LUSH .
LUSH's newest soap is Lily Savon , a deliciously creamy, lily-scented soap that's uber-gentle on the skin. The natural ingredients in this bar in...
February At The Farmer's Market
in Do you like to cook?, on February 6, 2008
Each month brings its unique flavors to the farmer's markets. February is no exception.
The shortest month of the year offers plenty of healthy fruit, vegetables and seafood, some of which are in season for just a brief time. So take advantage and savor these seasonal delights!
In the nor...
New Orleans Recipes to Celebrate Mardi Gras
in Do you like to cook?, on February 5, 2008
Happy Mardi Gras!
When I crave the food from New Orleans (which is often) I either crack open one of my New Orleans cookbooks or have a look at one of numerous, mouthwatering New Orleans and Louisiana food blogs and websites out there.
Attorney and dynamic food writer, Robert D. Peyton, review...
Bubble and Squeak
in Do you like to cook?, on February 4, 2008
Bubble and Squeak is said to have been named for the sound this old English dish of leftovers makes while it's cooking.
It is so delicious, easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. I highly recommend it!
Bubble and Squeak
1 pound potatoes, unpeeled
2 ½ ounces butter
8 ounces c...
The Po-Boy
in Do you like to cook?, on February 3, 2008
Since I'm here in New Orleans I thought I should talk some more about some of the city's unique food traditions.
I've already written about Red Beans and Rice , Jambalaya and recently made Gumbo , which I wrote about on Chez Loulou.
As much a symbol of New Orleans as mardi gras...
February Food and Wine Festivals
in Do you like to cook?, on February 1, 2008
The first week of February offers seafood and wine tasting events, a scrumptious sounding chocolate festival and of course, Carnival celebrations around the world!
Portland, Oregon plays host to the Oregon Seafood and Wine Festival this Friday and Saturday, offering Oregon wine and seafood de...
Baked Spanish Shrimp
in Do you like to cook?, on January 30, 2008
Sizzling hot, garlic and hot red pepper laced, Spanish tapas-style shrimp is one of my favorite dishes to share with friends.
This is a pleasantly simple and satisfying recipe that I think you'll love. It only takes a bit of chopping and measuring, then throw everything in a couple ...
CSA's
in Do you like to cook?, on January 28, 2008
You've heard this term by now, haven't you?
CSA, Community Supported Agriculture, is partnership between the community and the farmers or growers whereby CSA Members support the farm throughout the season, assuming either all or part of the costs and risks, and in return the farmers commit...
Late January Food Events
in Do you like to cook?, on January 25, 2008
There are plenty of Food Festivals to attend this weekend!
Tart, little kumquats are being celebrated this Saturday at the Kumquat Festival in Dade City, Florida. Some of the festivities include a farmer's market, kumquat dishes to taste, a craft show and wagon rides.
This one sounds fanta...
Blue Ocean Fishphone
in Do you like to cook?, on January 22, 2008
Seafood lovers have been given a new tool to help them make educated choices when they're out shopping for seafood.
The Blue ocean Institute has recently introduced Fish Phone , a text messaging service to help you make sustainable seafood choices.
To find out about your seafood choice, ...
WHB #116 - Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup
in Do you like to cook?, on January 20, 2008
...9;ll be hooked!
The recipe is adapted from Mediterranean Grains and Greens by Paula Wolfert .
Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup
serves 4
3/4 cup dried chickpeas, soaked in water overnight
1/2 t...
January is National Soup Month
in Do you like to cook?, on January 2, 2008
...p
Smoked Salmon Chowder
Potato and Artichoke Soup
Meatball Noodle Soup
Winter Lentil Soup
Creamy Spinach Soup
Cuban-Style Black Bean Soup
Soupe au Pistou
A Real Corn Soup
Creamy Pump...
Céleri Rémoulade
in Do you like to cook?, on December 27, 2007
...ot a simple, traditional bistro recipe that involves grating the flesh and mixing it with a tangy, creamy dressing.
Voilà!
Céleri Rémoulade !
serves 4 to 6
1 celery root weighing about 1 pound
...
WHB #113 - Golden Raisins
in Do you like to cook?, on December 16, 2007
... oven to 400 degrees.
Beat the eggs with the remaining 1/3 cup sugar until the mixture is thick and creamy.
Add the flour and the salt and mix well.
Add the half and half and mix well, then the milk a...
Italian Farro
in Do you like to cook?, on December 15, 2007
...earch.
Paula Wolfert, of The Cooking of Southwest France fame, has a lovely looking recipe for Creamy Farro and Chickpea Soup
Heidi at 101 Cookbooks has a superb sounding recipe for Farro and ...
Hair Mystery Soon to be Revealed
in Are you a beauty?, on December 14, 2007
...ly and tends to be dry, the right conditioner is a must-have.
The shampoo is rich, thick and creamy. I give it an A . It made my hair feel really clean without feeling stripped.
Now, the true...
The Best Potato and Corn Chowder
in Do you like to cook?, on December 13, 2007
...ecipe.
Next time you're feeling the chill in the air and want to really enjoy a hearty bowl of creamy soup, try this chowder.
Potato and Corn Chowder
serves 4
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup...
Stila Convertible Color
in Are you a beauty?, on November 28, 2007
...cious shades. Convertible Color is used on the lips and cheeks for a natural hint of tint. It's creamy and sheer, so it won't go on heavy and will look like you just rolled out of bed looking ...
Diabetes Patients: Plan Your Meal, Follow It
in Daily Diabetic, on November 27, 2007
...d cheese, French fries, doughnuts, cookies, snack cakes, potato chips, cheese crackers, mayonnaise, creamy salad dressings, cream sauces, gravy , ice cream and whole milk.
A meal plan will he...
Homemade Yogurt
in Do you like to cook?, on November 21, 2007
Creamy, slightly tart , plain yogurt is a wonderful thing. We eat it mixed with fresh fruit or muesli, drizzled with honey or sprinkled with sugar for breakfast. Yogurt can also be whipped with garlic, cucumber and cilantro to make a soothing raita to accompany a spicy Indian feast. It has e...
Smoked Salmon Chowder
in Do you like to cook?, on November 16, 2007
...h I shared a recipe for Scallop Chowder and this month I'm sharing a recipe for a super easy, creamy, delicious Smoked Salmon Chowder .
makes 4 servings
1 onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon bu...
Great Looking Recipes
in Do you like to cook?, on November 14, 2007
...g is a mere two weeks from tomorrow...
Elise at Simply Recipes offers a simple and colorful Creamy Sweet Potato Soup with hints of maple syrup and nutmeg. Soups like this are great for the ho...
