Posted in Articles, Food Finds, Tasting on May 4th, 2010 6 Comments »
We are always looking to improve the Food411 directory and we get many request from readers to find various items that can be ordered online. Several readers requested a resource to purchase online cupcakes – while we had many bakeries included on Food411, none had tackled the task of shipping cupcakes. Cupcakes are fun and [...]
Posted in Articles, Food Finds, Tasting, Tips on Dec 12th, 2009 No Comments »
Do not miss our annual holiday gift picks ” A gift that tastes good is always a gift in good taste!”
Our gift picks are completely editorial, as is the entire Food411 directory!
Posted in Food Finds, Recipes, Tasting, Tips on Sep 27th, 2009 1 Comment »
When we first laid eyes of the gorgeous bright packages (environmentally-friendly) that encase Maison Le Grand Sauces, we found them irresistible. The design, as well as, the function of the packaging was intriguing. A bag with a twist off cap allows you to easily add a bit of the sauces to whatever you are [...]
Posted in Food Finds, Tasting, Tips on Jul 23rd, 2009 2 Comments »
Lucky us, we are always tasting new products. Of course, the ones we recommend compose the Food411 directory. We become very attached to a few and those products will make it into this blog or one of our “features” such as Editor’s Pick.
Our recent tasting of Dolce Nonna’s real pickled vegetables [...]
Posted in Food Finds, Tasting, Tips on May 20th, 2009 2 Comments »
So what exactly is it?
Harissa: A spicy paste made with red pepper, native citrus and spice (garlic, coriander). It is a staple of Moroccan & Tunisian cuisines. Its mellow heat & smoky taste makes it ideal to add to so many things.
Mix jarred harissa (we sampled Alili Morocco’s – excellent) with yogurt to make a [...]
Posted in Food Finds, Recipes, Tips on May 20th, 2009 No Comments »
If you are familiar with Food411’s Chef Silvia, you know she is the Queen of Saute. This receipt takes saute to a new level!
Sautéed Ice Cream Wrapped in a Delicate Crèpe, and Chocolate Sauce
Makes 4 servings
4 scoops vanilla ice cream (or your favorite flavor)
4 pastry crèpes, each about 8 inches in diameter (see note)
2 tablespoons [...]
Posted in Food Finds, Recipes, Tasting, Tips on May 3rd, 2009 3 Comments »
We just sampled Frieda’s (the company that introduced the kiwi to America) french style crepes. These crepes can be used right out of the bag for so many creations. For starts, on Mother’s Day open a “creperie” right in your house. Let everyone decide if they would like a sweet crepe or a savory. [...]
Posted in Food Finds, Tasting on Apr 15th, 2009 3 Comments »
Recently, we received a package from Storyville Coffee Company When we opened it, we were blown away by the presentation. They sent their “Awakening” gift package – and it rocked us from looks to taste. This group of people are taking their mission (they want everyone to drink what a real cup of coffee [...]
Posted in Articles, Food Finds, Tasting on Feb 23rd, 2009 No Comments »
We were lucky to preview Chef Batali’s new jarred tomato sauces. Mario’s intention with this sauce is to make good food convenient food. Realistically, at times we just need sauce fast to make a quick meal. Having a jar of excellent tomato sauce ready to be opened can save us from resorting to greasy take [...]
Posted in Food Finds, Tasting, Tips, Uncategorized on Feb 14th, 2009 No Comments »
