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Chicken Soup in NYC
Thanks. I work on the upper west side so anywhere in between works too. I'm going to look for your times piece.
Dense cupcakes and cakes
thanks
im def gonna try new baking powder and if it doesn't help I'll buy an oven thermometer (I'm broke so cheapest remedy comes first)
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Bogey's Pizza & Guns, a Combination Pizzeria and Gun Shop
Not that it even compares, but in Jersey City we have a combo Pizzeria/Video Store and I tried it the other day- not bad.
Chicken Soup in NYC
Thanks. I work on the upper west side so anywhere in between works too. I'm going to look for your times piece.
Dense cupcakes and cakes
thanks
im def gonna try new baking powder and if it doesn't help I'll buy an oven thermometer (I'm broke so cheapest remedy comes first)
Addicted to Food?
homemade strawberry ice cream
so delicious...so fattening!
Oatmeal Is Starbucks' Most Popular Food Launch
i was so disappointed when I got it- I thought it'd be good, creamy, yummy oatmeal but $2.45 for instant? no way!
Win Tix to the SWEETest Event Ever at the New York City Wine & Food Fest
call me old school but the best nyc dessert is an ice cream cone from mr. softee
Photo of the Day: Domokun Cupcakes
stumbled upon this while moping around and snuggling my domokun stuffed animal
Yay Yay Yay
Homemade funfetti cupcakes...
Thanks guys
Actually I experimented yesterday and the sprinkles I bought bled so much the cupcakes kind of turned purple... Maybe I just used sprinkles that bleed color ridiculously quickly and the box mix sprinkles don't or something. So I used some blue food coloring and make them purple and blue swirl curcakes. Pretty cool for a test-batch, even if it's not funfetti.
I am going to bite the bullet and make box-cake cupcakes and decorate them awesomely. I may even do the cupcakes in layers of swirl and funfetti to make them ultrafun. Thanks everyone for your input!
Campo: Does Morningside Heights Finally Have A Good Contemporary Italian Restaurant?
I work in the area and I'm desperate for something delicious and not-too-heavy for lunch. Too bad about Campo, I was considering heading over there at some point soon. V&T is awesome- but not for lunch.
The Next Food Network Star Season Finale
I don't think they picked Aaron JUST because of his race. But, it wouldn't be surprising if that did play a part in the decision making.
Yes, the food network has been pretty damn white until this year and yes, it's good that they're diversifying (it's a shame it took them this long),
But in terms of winning this show, it was still a huge shock to me that Aaron got it. And it's a shame that the other two contestants are losing out on this opportunity either way. Honestly, I think food network could get away with giving all three of them shows. Too bad though
The Next Food Network Star Season Finale
Honestly I thought Lisa and Adam were quite obviously better than Aaron- but as soon as they let him slide into this show (remember he should have easily been kicked off in Vegas due to his poor food and poor performance) it was obvious that this competition was being handed to him.
Blerg!
Ashamran: you're right about FN pushing the multicultural demographic- it's a shame that the other two contestants had to be sacrificed for this. Aaron was good but definitely didn't deserve to win
Win a FastPass to the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party
summer barbecue
hide your george foreman pronto
get sunburned and stuffed
SE users: please introduce yourselves.
Hi I'm Ashley. I'm a 23 year old Library and Information Science student who currently lives in Jersey but will (hopefully) be moving to Brooklyn soon.
I love baking! Cupcakes and cookies are my fav. I think anything lemon-flavored is delish! I generally just like to cook when I have the time (which isn't as often as I'd like)...
Btw.. love the site!
Outdoor Dining in New Jersey
Definitely try Paisanos in Rutherford on Park Ave. I haven't been there in a few years, but as far as I remember their food was great.
I did a Google search and apparently they're BYOB- ( again, it's been a while since I've been there so you may want to call and check the details)
Here's some info:
http://www.dinefly.com/restaurantinfo/NJ/6479.html
Guide to Buying and Drinking Tea
There's also a lot of great info on TeaMuse (http://www.teamuse.com/).
Bogey's Pizza & Guns, a Combination Pizzeria and Gun Shop
Alcohol, they need to serve alcohol too.
Oatmeal Is Starbucks' Most Popular Food Launch
I like to get it if I am hungry and don't want to eat something with 500+ calories and tons of fat. I like their tall latte and oatmeal combo.
SE users: please introduce yourselves.
I'm lamora and I live in the Central Valley of California. Half British, half Latina (air force brat). I spent most of my early years in England, until transferring back to the states when I was 17. I married a latino, who had never had anything but straight mexican foods, birria, tacos de cesos ( don't make me tell you what that is) and believe me, our first date dinner of roast beef, mash, brussels & gravy (which I cooked) was washed over with a slurp of his smuggled in hot sauce!!! I was mortified...but you know what...22 years later, he has grown to appreciate different foods. I am from a family of 8 and while in English school, took cookery lessons since age 9. We grew up cooking homey, hearty meals for the family and there are quite a few "twists" on the food my Brit mum tried to make for my dad back in the States...Chile on top of mashed potatoes!! (try it, it's delish!!) Anyway...I love this blog and hope to get to know you all!!!!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
Thank you for participating, and congratulations to our winners:
buteeful
mercuryhime
manali98
peanuty
pearl
Winners have been notified by email and also appear on our Contest Winners page.
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
People always ask me to bring spicy cheese dip, and I rarely ever bring it back home!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
Mushroom and cheese bread is a must make for me!
Thanks!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
My New Orleans pecan pie never lasts too long once it's out of the oven...
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
My hot cheese dip is always requested and so easy! 3 cups of assorted shredded cheese mixed with 3/4 c mayo and a can green chiles and some chopped onion, top with pepperoni and sliced olives. Pop in the oven and serve with torilla chips.
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
Cornbread dressing to serve with turkey/chicken. I always have to double this recipe.
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
macaroni and cheese with a bread crumb and parmasean cheese topping :) YUMMY!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
My friends and family insist I bring Broccoli Cheese Squares. I make them so often, I could do it blindfolded!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
green pepper casserole
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
A simple cheese ball, made with just shredded cheddar and cream cheese and served with crackers, always seems to please. I love it as is but toppings can always be added. Also blondies for dessert are loved.
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
they love my lasagna :)~~
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
Deviled eggs.. :)
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
My homemade Macaroni and Cheese!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
Sweet & Sour Meatballs
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
I cook a lot of different dishes, but I guess the favorite would be my homemade cheesecake. Thanks for having the contest.
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
I'm famous for my Tortilla Soup. I have to make it right before dinner. Otherwise, I'll eat the whole batch myself! Sooooo gooooood!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
I am famous for my Baked Beans.
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
My orange pistachio biscotti. The recipe is from William Sonoma. ITs the best!
Cook the Book: 'Barefoot Contessa Back to Basics'
apple pie. (un)fortunately, it never gets old.
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Not that it even compares, but in Jersey City we have a combo Pizzeria/Video Store and I tried it the other day- not bad.