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Hey Readers, every now and then I like to do a survey to find out who’s reading my site, what you’re liking and what new stuff you’d like to see. If you get a chance, please fill out this survey in the comments! Amateur Gourmet Reader Survey (Jun… read more
We created this two tier cake for a clients daugther’s birthday. The bird’s nest was inspired by our Love Bird’s Wedding cake. The cake is covered in bright yellow fondant with white striped patterns. Brown blossom branches with metallic gold acc… read more
La paperetta di Graziana cerca i chicchi di grano tra l’erba del prato della torta. read more
An award-winning Tyneside restaurant is Britain’s best Indian eatery, according to a group of celebrity chefs. Raval Luxury restaurant in Newcastle Gateshead, on the banks of the Tyne, is to be recommended for a prestigious Michelin star by top Ty… read more
INGREDIENTS 1lbscallops 2tablespoonscornstarch 1teaspooncornstarch 4teaspoonsvegetable oil 2carrots, cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks 8ouncessnow peas, cut into 1/4 inch strips 1red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4 inch strips 3scallions, cut int… read more
A delicious, simple and healthy lunch perfect for summer. read more
My brother JP used to be a wonderful company back in my days as a single lady - he’s funny and witty and would always be ready to go to the movies with me even though to this day he doesn’t know who Martin Scorsese is. :DOne thing he didn’t … read more
I’m so crazy about noodles I could eat them every day and never get bored. Even the family I lived with in Italy was amazed at my capacity for eating pasta. And I love all kinds of pasta–Asian varieties along with Italian, being top of the list. … read more
Rachael Ray was included again this year on Forbes magazine’s Celebrity 100. So where do you think Rach ended up on the list? I’ll give you a hint. Last year, she was number 76. This year? She’s number 79. Rachael is joined by only one other chef … read more
You’ve never seen nor heard of pearl balls? They are meat balls rolled in soaked glutinous rice and steamed until the rice grains puff and create a sticky crust. Pearl balls, like most dim sum food, are sized to be eaten in one go. Lift one up wit… read more
