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Williams Sonoma Hosts The Masterminds Behind BAKED

April 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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When you talk about bakeries in New York, BAKED in Brooklyn almost always is brought up as a "must try" spot. The products are divine, their cookbooks are amazing and they have product lines on the shelves, including one of my fave hot spots - Williams Sonoma. Well, the co-owners, Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito will be visiting the Williams Sonoma in King of Prussia this Sunday, April 3rd at 1:00 p.m. to sign copies of their new book, Baked Explorations: Classic American Desserts … [Read more...]

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It’s A Blueberry Crumb Cake Type Of Day…

March 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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Ever have one of those days where you just are feelin' "mehhhhhhh" and just want to burrow back into the pillows and head back to dreamland?  Well, that was me today.  Between the travel, constantly refereeing the furballs, the incessantly ever growing to-do list and lots of other things that are snappin' at my stilettos, I just wanted to pull the covers over my head and hide. However, I knew that I had plans to attempt baking in stilettos again – this time with the Barefoot Contessa's … [Read more...]

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Bakerella To Visit King of Prussia’s Williams-Sonoma This Friday

November 10, 2010 By 6 Comments

This has been quite the busy holiday season for cookbook ideas and it's only Nov. 10th. If you have an avid baker in your life, might I suggest picking up Bakerella's new book, Cake Pops: Tips, Tricks, and Recipes for More Than 40 Irresistible Mini Treats.  Of course, for those in the Philly area, she's coming to Williams Sonoma in the King of Prussia Mall this Friday at 1:00 p.m. From what I have heard, she's doing a Q&A session in addition to the book signing. I think I shocked … [Read more...]

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Whats Cookin In Western Mass: Apple Creme Tart

October 20, 2010 By 1 Comment

This month's What's Cookin! at Western Mass Women Magazine was a fun one.  While I would like to think I'm a great cook, it's the baking that can often throw me for a loop. Baking requires such precision, concentration - hell, it means I have to pay attention and not get sidetracked.  Do you know how hard that can be?  Knowing my baking "challenges", I tend to gravitate towards recipes that are simple and straightforward, including this gorgeous Apple Creme Tart that I adapted from a Laura … [Read more...]

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Deal Alert: Bakeware Sale at Williams-Sonoma

September 24, 2010 By 1 Comment
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A little birdie gave me a killer tidbit about a fab bakeware sale at Williams Sonoma that is running through this Sunday, September 26, 2010. This is one heck of a sale - basically 15% off here. So, if you need to replace those warped cookie sheets with something that will last you alot longer than what you can find at your local big box store, why not drop by and pick up a couple pieces. Personally, I think their new golden bakeware sets are to. die!  I took a peek at them yesterday and … [Read more...]

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Guesting Today over at Duluth Superior Magazine

May 5, 2010 By 4 Comments

Surprise - yours truly is the Special Guest Chef over at Duluth Superior Magazine and featured is my Caramel Brownies with Smoked Sea Salt. If you ever want a brownie recipe with that *wow* factor, this is it. So, please drop by and show a gal some luv. Special Guest Chef - Cooking In Stilettos Many thanks to Cooking With Deb and Duluth Superior Magazine for this amazing opp! … [Read more...]

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Tried and True: Giada’s Spice Cake

December 11, 2009 By 1 Comment
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Well, the recipe title technically is "HALLOWEEN SPICE CAKE" but, for sake of the holidays, let's just call it "Giada's Spice Cake" shall we? I saw this on a Halloween episode and what intrigued me was the use of applesauce in the recipe.  This was also the cake that taught me that my oven continuously runs 25 degrees below what is displayed.  Definitely taught me a few things about baking.  I do have to say that this was moist and flavorful - definitely a year round spice cake rather than … [Read more...]

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Barefoot Bloggers Bonus: Ina Garten’s Brownie Pudding…

March 27, 2009 By 4 Comments
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Thankfully, I didn't give up chocolate for Lent or I would have been in big trouble with this month's bonus Barefoot Bloggers'' Barefoot Contessa recipe - Brownie Pudding. I have to say, this recipe takes decadence to a new level. Do NOT serve up a big portion. In this case less is more. It's one that I would probably try again. Try it this weekend - see what your family thinks. (And don't forget the coffee and the vanilla bean - it puts the flavor "over the … [Read more...]

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Gadget Alert: Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker

December 27, 2008 By 6 Comments

For the holidays, I received gift cards to one of my fave stores - Williams Sonoma. Love that spot. Well, I was deciding what to purchase with an eye on a Ruffoni copper gratin pan, I saw this Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker and I was sold. Erin over at Erin Cooks talked about her success with her bread machine often. And, after issuing me a pizza challenge earlier this year, I'm about to take her up on the quest in time for the soiree on Wednesday evening. Let's see how this gadget works … [Read more...]

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Bookmark This: Sur La Table’s Baking Blog…

September 28, 2008 By 1 Comment

Did you know Sur La Table has a baking blog? I stumbled upon this and I'm in awe."The Art & Soul of Baking"When I saw this, I figured it was bookmark worthy. I've been feeling a bit of the cooking "block" (much like writer's block) lately, but I figured it's due to a few things I have going on in the day to day. We'll see if I have some creative bursts of inspiration.This content is published at Cooking in Stilettos. Thank you! … [Read more...]

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