At Home with Kim Vallee

COOKBOOKS, DINING | August 17, 2009

Fresh Mexico by Marcela Valladolid | Book Review

I received a complimentary copy of a new cookbook done by a vibrant and charming woman Chef I met through Facebook. It is filled with simple recipes to feed your family and friends. Marcela Valadolid grew up in Mexico. She lived in California for most of her life and she learned how to cook in Paris. [...]

COOKBOOKS, DINING | May 30, 2009

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Late news: Signing for Laura Calder’s Latest Cookbook

It may be too late but I still want to publish the info, just in case. Laura will do two signings for her latest book French Taste at Appetite for Books on today, May 30, 2009. Sadly, there is no words on the time. Apparently, you need to book your presence. To see if [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | March 4, 2009

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Getting Ready for Easter with Williams-Sonoma

Here are a few ideas to add a festive look to your family-friendly Easter brunch or dinner. These comes from the kid section on Williams-Sonoma. They may have a kids section for a while but I just noticed it. Save time by getting a complete Easter Egg Decorating Kit. This one contains everything you need. [...]

DINING, EATING out | February 24, 2009

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Tartine Bakery and Cafe in San Francisco

I am delighted that I discovered earlier today a bakery in San Francisco called Tartine Bakery. I am sure if I told you that San Francisco is my favorite US cities; then, it is New York and the Los Angeles area. I spot this charming bakery and café while reading the fabulous Black Eiffel blog. It [...]

COOKBOOKS, DINING | February 6, 2009

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Matching the Cookbooks to Your Lifestyle

This morning as I ate breakfast and did my morning house cleaning, I watched an old episode of Anna and Kristina’s Grocery Bag. They tested recipes from Cookie with Jamie cookbook. I own this book and love it. Anna and Kristina also gave their seal of approval to Jamie’s book. This made me think about [...]

COOKBOOKS, DINING, EVERYDAY entertaining | January 12, 2009

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Back to Basics of Easy Entertaining with Ina Garten

I watched Barefoot Contessa earlier today. The Perfect Dinner Party episode was on. The recipes sound tasty and inviting. The main course, the Bay Scallop Gratins is a recipe from her latest cookbook of her Barefoot Contessa series, a book titles Back to Basics. If you wish to test run the book before buying it, [...]

COOKBOOKS, DINING, FOOD + drinks | December 16, 2008

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Kim’s Version of Spaghettini alla Georgio

With the holiday full schedule, I thought of delicious main dishes that can be ready in 10 minutes. Mainly dishes that I do from start to finish takes 20 to 30 minutes. But I found one recipe on my repertoire that I can prepare and cook in about 10 minutes. It is a pasta dish. [...]

COOKBOOKS, DINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | November 21, 2008

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David Rocco’s Cookbook Hits the Stores

I received my copy this morning from Amazon. The book delivers over 365 pages of beautiful photography, lifestyle and recipes. David defines dolce vita as “being present in those moments in life that bring you joy.” So basically it is about happiness. And happy moments often happen with friends and family over a meal. Remember [...]