For those of you who have been reading my blog since September, you know that I’m a HUGE challah junkie. I probably like it more than anything – cake/ice cream…etc etc. I’ve plugged this place before – but really, you have to check it out: LucysSweetSurrender.com Located in Cleveland, Ohio, this place is out of [...]
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Mmm Challah…
Posted in Cleveland, Confectionery Gem, Jewish Recipes on July 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
"Curiouser and Curiouser"
Posted in Confectionery Gem, NYC on June 10, 2009 | 1 Comment »
It is my eventual goal to open up a business whose main objective is to sell deliciously irresistible baked goods. These days, with The Food Network becoming more an more popular, the food market is becoming increasingly competitive. Because of this fact, it is important to have a unique & thrilling concept that draws a [...]
"Carrots" to Satisfy Summer Time Cravings
Posted in Confectionery Gem, Dessert, Healthy Ingredients, Restaurants on May 18, 2009 | 3 Comments »
I’ve always lived in an area that experiences the four seasons….though to be honest, it’s more like 3 months of awesome summer, 2 months each of spring/fall, and then 7 freezing months of winter. Don’t get me wrong, the snow is beautiful & can be fun. But, it makes my morning commute close to unbearable [...]
The Best Way to Find Great Bakeries…
Posted in Boston, Confectionery Gem, Dessert, Jewish Recipes on December 26, 2008 | 4 Comments »
You all have one…that hugely popular or hole in the wall bakery in your neighborhood that you just couldn’t live without… I live in Boston, MA…Brookline – to be exact. Boston is laden with great bakeries & restaurants, so it isn’t hard to find a great place for a fresh loaf of bread or deliciously [...]
A Weekend in DC
Posted in Breakfast, Confectionery Gem, Dinner, Restaurants, Washington D.C. on November 20, 2008 | 2 Comments »
As I mentioned last week, I spent the weekend catching up with some amazing friends down in the District of Colombia… …don’t I have beautiful friends?? Our weekend reunions usually consist of three things: eating, going out, and cuddling with each other while watching a movie like we used to in college. I think that [...]
Orinoco in Boston, MA
Posted in Appetizers, Boston, Confectionery Gem, Dinner, Lunch on November 15, 2008 | 3 Comments »
One of the many blessings when living in Boston, MA is the variety of restaurants available to both residents & visitors. The list of choices is endless… Want great Italian? Go to the North End. Want chic atmosphere & excellent seafood? The South End is a great bet. Does Pub Food fit your fancy? There [...]
November 1st: Pie Season!
Posted in Chocolate, Confectionery Gem, Pie on November 1, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Pie is one of my all time favorite baking adventures! It ends up with such a pretty & delicious picture! Who can resist?? This month I plan to do a lot of pie baking. Next weekend I’m actually doing an informal “this is how you bake a pie from scratch” class for a group of [...]
Harpoon Brewery in Boston MA
Posted in Beer, Boston, Confectionery Gem on October 16, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Last night I went with a bunch of coworkers on a social outing to the Harpoon Brewery in downtown Boston, MA. Each quarter our company encourages each department to go out and experience something non-work related together; a sort of bonding experience – definitely very cool of them! ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Harpoon Brewery ended up being one [...]
Taking the NY Cupcake: Fall, 2008
Posted in Confectionery Gem, Dessert, NYC on October 8, 2008 | 24 Comments »
I have seen many blogging foodies who use the tag line above: “Life is short, Eat Dessert First! – Jacques Torres”. The NYC food culture certainly agrees with this statement. Today I bring you my official Cupcake tour of NYC! First, I must start with a tip…never plan a cupcake tour all in one day. [...]
Happy (Jewish) New Year!
Posted in Breakfast, Confectionery Gem, Dessert, Dinner, Lunch on September 30, 2008 | 6 Comments »
We are in the middle of Rosh Hashana – the Jewish New Year. So, what better time to promote one of my favorite restaurants in my neighborhood than today? The place is called Zaftigs. It is a Jewish Deli/Restaurant in Brookline, MA & is a must-try for anyone living in or visiting Boston! They serve [...]
