Christmas

Cookbook Recommendation: Avec Eric: A Culinary Journey with Eric Ripert

Today’s last-minute gift idea is a cookbook. If you have a cook in your life who really relishes fresh ingredients, the process of cooking, and many different kinds of cuisines, I will say that you can’t go wrong with Eric Ripert’s book, Avec Eric. (The awesome TV show is also available on Hulu.) I’ve mentioned […]

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Fast Holiday Gift Idea: Garam Masala

One of my favorite thing to do for holiday gifts for co-workers and friends is to make some kind of food-related item that I can make in batches. It’s easy, affordable, and fast. In past years, I’ve made different kind of biscotti, created little jars of whole wheat cardamom pancake mix, and made cookies. This […]

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