Pie has always been my favorite party dessert of choice. In my opinion there are very few things better than that array of sweet pies on the counter after a thanksgiving dinner. Blueberry is my favorite, It conjures up memories of picking berries in my grandparents blueberry patch and bringing them back to the house for my mom and grandma to whip up into a delicious pie. It is amazing how flavors and smells can bring back so many pure simple memories. In the eyes of Proust, B

Salt crusting is sometimes seen as a showboating technique left over from the grandeur of the 80's. Some may find it unnecessary, but few cooking techniques can match the presentation and juicy flavors that cooking meats buried in salt can produce. The cracking of the hard outer shell that releases the aromatic presence of the fish, bay, and lemon is just a serene experience, and your guests will be truly amazed. salt crusted red snapper with pickled ginger, lemon and bay le

Yes, the French Macaron. Those perfect little beauties that stare back at us from the patisserie window. Decadent, rich, vibrant, and yet somehow exceedingly delicate, the Macaron fetches a high price in any shop across the globe. What if I told you that you could make them at home, would that peak your interest?... And what if I told you that they really aren't as hard to make as they look? Sure they take practice, but the process can be fun, entertaining and very informat

The practice of making frozen creamy custards dates back over 1,000 years to ancient Chinese empires where buffalo milk was mixed with rice and packed into snow to freeze before enjoying. Today, we lavish ourselves with countless flavor combinations and decadent sweetened tubs of deliciousness. Don't be afraid to try to make your own at home though, it really isn't as hard as you'd think and you can be sure your enjoying the purest form of the treat without any additives. HOM