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Monthly Archives: August 2010

Gourmet Quick Kitchen

Posted on August 30, 2010 by Gourmet Live

While things continue to heat up here at Gourmet Live, we’re thrilled about the announcement made earlier today about Gourmet’s upcoming Special Edition – Gourmet Quick Kitchen. This Special Edition offers 81 quick-fix recipes and kitchen tips and tricks for getting a meal on the table in record time. From Chicken Tostadas and Grilled Herb Poussins to Seared Scallops and Lobster Rolls, Gourmet Quick Kitchen is your guide to delicious, fabulous food.

Get more info about Gourmet Quick Kitchen, which will be available on newsstands nationwide, including Hudson News, Whole Foods, Barnes & Noble, Borders, Hudson News and many more, on September 7.

Posted in News & Events |

Food Blog Roundup: Food Styling, Fruit Bars and the Politics of Eggs

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Gourmet Live

We scoured the Web for this week’s top finds, including the latest in food styling trends and the ongoing debate over incredible (inedible) eggs.

The art of food styling has transitioned from nitpicked to au naturale (via The Wall Street Journal).
Take advantage of peak summer produce with Peach Crumb Bars by Annie’s Eats.
Eatocracy dishes on the politics behind the salmonella scare.
Make a simple summertime side with Quick Summer Squash and Pea Saute from Everybody Likes Sandwiches.
The New York Times Style Magazine outlines the essential components of the Dark n’ Stormy cocktail.
Ravenous Couple is bringing gelatin back in style with their Coconut Jelly.
Grub Street sets the record straight with gastronomical guru Wylie Dufresne weighing in on the farm-to-table debate.

Posted in From the Food Blogs | Tagged cobbler, food styling, roundup, salmonella scare |

Image of the Day: Vietnamese Chicken Salad

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Gourmet Live

Todd and Diane of White on Rice Couple kick up the fire-grilled flavor of their Vietnamese Chicken Salad with traditional Fish Sauce Dressing made with fresh ginger, lime juice, garlic and red chiles.

Do you use Asian-inspired flavors to add sweet or spicy flare to your meals? Post your favorite recipes or photos on the Gourmet Live Facebook page for a chance to be featured in our weekly roundup.

Posted in Image of the Week | Tagged chicken salad, image of the day, Vietnamese |

Food Blog Roundup: Steak, Snacks and Signature Cocktails

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Gourmet Live

Fire up the grill for Coconut & Lime’s flame-kissed Land and Sea Salad with Grilled Croutons.
Frank Bruni explores the ups and downs of crafting a signature cocktail in the New York Times Diner’s Journal.
Cupcakes Take the Cake is celebrating National Chocolate Pecan Pie day with their ode to this sweet mash-up.
Eater weighs in on the controversial noise factor behind the nation’s most environmentally-friendly snack bag (how’s that for your love?).
Savor the season’s peak produce with traditional Gazpacho by Sassy Radish.
Smitten Kitchen adds a summer staple to any breakfast buffet with Sweet Corn Pancakes.
Satisfy your carb cravings with the ultimate Three Cheese Mac and Cheese by Cook Like a Champion.

Posted in From the Food Blogs | Tagged cocktails, roundup, steak, summer |

Image of the Day: Peach Vanilla Jam

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Gourmet Live

Helene Dujardin of Tartelette knows how to keep summer produce at its peak all year round – preserve it. She pairs fresh peaches with citrus and sugar for today’s featured image, Peach Vanilla Jam.

Are you also a fan of jamming and canning? Post your best preserves pictures on the Gourmet Live Facebook page for a chance to be featured in our weekly roundup.

Posted in Image of the Week | Tagged image of the day, jam, peach |

We’re Starting to Simmer

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Gourmet Live

Just a quick update to share with you what’s got us excited around the office today. We just started (minutes ago!) testing the first internal version of Gourmet Live with our coworkers. There’s still plenty of work to do, but we are one step closer to bringing Gourmet Live to the table. Stay tuned for more news.

Posted in News & Events | Tagged updates |

Food Blog Roundup: Avocado Salad, Pickling & More

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Gourmet Live

We scoured the Web for this week’s hottest food news, recipes and tips. Click on our picks below then share your favorite foodie finds on the Gourmet Live Facebook page.

Simply Recipes mixes it up with a no-cook (and gluten-free) Tomato, Onion and Avocado Salad.
Get recipes and tips for quick-fix Southwestern fare with Black Bean and Mango Tostadas from Two Peas and their Pod.
Serious Eats ups the kitchen gadget game with their review of The Beater Blade.
Intimidated by icing? Get step-by-step instructions for the best way to frost a cake over at Lick the Bowl Good.
Bake up ballpark-inspired flavor with DIY Soft Pretzels from Joy the Baker.
Homesick Texan is taking advantage of sweet summer melon with a recipe for Cantaloupe Ice Cream.
The pickling craze continues over at Coconut & Lime with their take on Triple Dill Pickles.
Citrus and Candy serves up a recipe for the perfect pair – Baked Chocolate Creams with Grand Marnier Ganache.

Posted in From the Food Blogs | Tagged avocado, roundup, summer salad |

Gourmet Live Blog

Monthly Archives: August 2010

Gourmet Quick Kitchen

Food Blog Roundup: Food Styling, Fruit Bars and the Politics of Eggs

Image of the Day: Vietnamese Chicken Salad

Food Blog Roundup: Steak, Snacks and Signature Cocktails

Image of the Day: Peach Vanilla Jam

We’re Starting to Simmer

Food Blog Roundup: Avocado Salad, Pickling & More

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