The Culinary Life

A professional foodie at large

December 2010

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Winners of the iSpice App Giveaway!

December 31, 2010

Today I announce the winners of the iSpice App Giveaway.

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New Years Eve Cocktail Recipes

December 31, 2010

If you’re looking for New Years Eve cocktail recipes, then here are a few that you’ll love. Start the new year off right with some ridiculously tasty beverages.

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Chocolate Marshmallow Recipe

December 30, 2010

This chocolate marshmallow recipe puffs up soft and high, for a mountain of chocolaty marshmallow goodness.

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Homemade Marshmallows

December 27, 2010

These homemade marshmallows are light, airy, and easy as pie to make. A secret ingredient makes them perfectly fluffy!

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iSpice App Review and Giveaway

December 26, 2010

A review of Monica Bhide’s iSpice app, and a giveaway.

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Merry Christmas! + 12 Days Giveaway Winners

December 24, 2010

Hello dear readers! I just wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas, and celebrate the holiday by announcing the winners of the 12 Days of Cookbooks Christmas Giveaway. I had a great time giving away 12 of my favorite cookbooks, and I’m hoping that the lucky winners will enjoy cooking from them as much [...]

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Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

December 23, 2010

This mint hot chocolate recipe will be the perfect after dinner sipping beverage, with or without a kick for the grown-ups!

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Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

December 21, 2010

This salted caramel hot chocolate recipe is the most decadent hot cocoa you’ll ever have. A touch of salt perfectly compliments the velvety smooth texture.

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12 Days: Sticky, Chewy, Messy, Gooey Treats for Kids

December 20, 2010

A review of “Sticky, Chewy, Messy, Gooey Treats for Kids” by Jill O’Conner. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: Eating Local Cookbook

December 19, 2010

A review of “Eating Local” by Janet Fletcher. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: Artisan Bread in Five Minutes A Day

December 18, 2010

A review of Artisan Bread in Five Minutes A Day. Win a free copy!

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Ninjabread Men

December 17, 2010

These Ninjabread Men cookie cutter are the funniest thing I’ve seen in a long time. Here they are in action.

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12 Days: Good to the Grain: Baking with Whole-Grain Flours

December 17, 2010

A review of Good to the Grain: Baking with Whole-Grain Flours. Win a free copy!

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Gluten Free Gingerbread Men Recipe

December 16, 2010

This gluten free gingerbread men recipe is perfect for decorating for the holidays. A secret ingredients makes them extra special!

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12 Days: The Blue Chair Jam Cookbook

December 16, 2010

A review of The Blue Chair Jam Cookbook. Win a free copy!

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Gluten Free Linzer Cookies

December 15, 2010

These little linzer cookies are delicate and sweet, and their star-shape makes them irresistible.

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12 Days: Everyday Raw

December 15, 2010

A review of Matthew Kenney’s Everyday Raw. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: Memorable Recipes to Share with Family and Friends

December 14, 2010

A cookbook review of Memorable Recipes to Share with Family and Friends. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: The Gluten Free Almond Flour Cookbook

December 13, 2010

A review of Elana Amsterdam’s “The Gluten Free Almond Flour Cookbook.” Win a free copy!

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12 Days: The Foodista Best of the Food Blogs Cookbook

December 12, 2010

A review of The Foodista Best of the Food Blogs Cookbook. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: The Good Neighbor Cookbook

December 11, 2010

A review of the “The Good Neighbor Cookbook” by Sara Quessenberry and Suzanne Schlosberg. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: The Blackbird Bakery Gluten-Free

December 10, 2010

A review of Karen Morgan’s The Blackbird Bakery Gluten-Free. Win a free copy!

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12 Days: The Food Matters Cookbook

December 9, 2010

A review of Mark Bittman’s “The Food Matters Cookbook.” Win a free copy!

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12 Days of Christmas Book Giveaway

December 9, 2010

Check out the 12 Days of Christmas Book Giveaway to win one of twelve free cookbooks!

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See Me On Food Wishes! Butternut Squash Pancakes

December 8, 2010

Check out this video of me and John Mitzewich making butternut squash pancakes.

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Peanut Butter Curry Hot Cocoa Recipe

December 6, 2010

This hot cocoa recipe is like none you’ve ever tried before: it includes cocoa, peanut butter, and a touch of curry. A sweet, decadent treat that you’ll never forget!

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Vegan Truffle Recipe

December 1, 2010

This vegan truffle recipe will rival those dairy-laden candies they sell at stores. Around here, we call them “better than milk bombs.”

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