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Induction Cooking Pros and Cons

Interesting read on induction cooking from the New York Times. Before I plunk down some serious cash for one I think I’d try a single burner unit to see how it goes.

Renting A Beer

The following from this post on a Belgian brewery tour caught my eye: And here’s an interesting, possibly related linguistic fact: Belgians don’t say drink a beer, they say taste a beer That’s pretty close to my feeling on drinking – you’re only renting the alcohol, or tasting it. You never really “own” it as “I’ll have a [...]

Blog Openings At Amateur Gourmet

Amateur Gourmet is looking for interested foodies to contribute blog posts. Should I or shouldn’t I?

2010 James Beard Foundation Awards

The 2010 nominee list for the James Beard Foundation Awards is out. Nice to see Alton Brown nominated for TV Personality. Baking by James Peterson, one that I want in my collection, is there in the Baking and Dessert category. Salt To Taste sounds interesting as does The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Pastry Arts.

Wrap-N-Mat Reusable Sandwich Containers

Found the Wrap-N-Mat via Flavorista: The environmentally-friendly re-usable Wraps and Pouches also serve as a place mat providing a clean eating surface anywhere! A lunch bag that doubles as a eating mat, is reusable and washable – very nice!

Guinness Genius In 10 Steps

There’s more to know about Guinness Beer than just its darkness.

Chip ‘n Dip

Celebrate National Potato Chip Day however you enjoy them!

Green Pins

Initially found in Fine Cooking, these Green Pin rolling pins are very handsome.