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DINING, FOOD + drinks | November 14, 2009

Food Photography Tips

Food styling is an integral part of food photography. It sets the mood. These beautiful shots are from the 2010 Calendar from la Fédération des producteurs de lait du Québec. I shared them with you because they illustrated a good trick when it comes to food photography: pay attention to the backdrop. In this case, they [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | November 6, 2009

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Limited edition of Aquaovo’s eco-friendly water filter

I always admired the stylish design of Ovopur, the eco-friendly water filtering system developed by a Quebec brand called Aquaovo. I think the egg shape glazed porcelain jar looks even better dressed in black. CAVIAR is a limited series available in two patterns: Marcato and Legato. I love both. If I could find a spot in my [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | November 2, 2009

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Ginger Basiltini Recipe

I wish I tried that cocktail when we went to The Girl & The Fig in Sonoma last January. Next time! In the meantime, I could ask my husband to fine tune our own Ginger Basiltini based on the recipe adapted by the LA Times. If we improve it, I will share it with you. + [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | October 22, 2009

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Simplest Way to Serve Burrata Cheese

Last weekend, my husband bought a pouch of imported Burrata cheese. The real Burrata comes from Italy and naturally, they are the best. To tell you the truth, Burrata tastes even better in Italy since the fresher the Burrata, the best it tastes. You must know that it is a cheese that you must eat [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 21, 2009

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Early autumn minestrone by Jamie Oliver

My husband could tell you how much I love soups. I think that a hearty vegetable soup makes the perfect lunch. Plus, it is a dish that is simple to bring at the office. I love the sight of this early autumn minestrone from Jamie’s Italy. You can get the recipe online. + photo: Jamie Oliver

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 20, 2009

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Mango Strawberry Snow Cones

Tyler Florence shared a light dessert recipe that will Wow your guests. The best of all is that his Mango Strawberry Snow Cones is ready in 10 minutes. So it is perfect for impromptu dinner party or to serve for dessert to your family tonight. + photo via Food Network

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 15, 2009

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Cranberry Upside Down Cake by La Tartine Gourmande

Bea from La Tartine Gourmande went to visit a cranberry bog in Carver. She took fabulous pictures of the field. It is a must see. What I crave the most is her cranberry upside down cake with a cranberry sauce. You will find on La Tartine the recipes of her cranberry sauce plus a appetizing [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks

October 10, 2009

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Origami Tea Concept by Natalia Ponomareva

Russian designer Natalia Ponomareva invented the cutest tea bag on Earth. I like the refinement of the triangular cloth tea bags but her origami tea bags are second to none. Sadly, this is only a prototype. Her tea bags received good press from many bloggers around the World. I wish I will be able to serve [...]

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