Ahhh – November has just begun and it’s already time to start planning for the holidays. I heard that Colin Cowie was going to be showcasing his new products on HSN today and, as expected, he does not disappoint. Here are a few things that have me “obsessed”… Colin Cowie Holiday Pics for HSN – 2011 by cookinginstilettos on polyvore.com 1. I’m hearing that “Purple is the New Peacock” lately and, of course, Colin is right on trend. I’m {Read More}
Tried and True: Chipotle Tamale Pie
September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Recently, I noticed that my DVR decided to record an episode of Simply Delicioso on the Cooking Channel. Ingrid Hoffmann was making a Chipotle Tamale Pie and I made a mental “must try note.” Then, over Labor Day weekend, I picked up the fall issue of Popular Plates Magazine and lo and behold there is Ingrid with the same recipe. When something crosses my path a couple of times, I tend to pay attention and decided there was no time {Read More}
Spices and Stilettos: Adobo Seasoning
August 11, 2011 By 1 Comment
I don’t know what kicked off my long term love affair with adobo seasoning – but I can assure you that ever since I started cooking, my pantry has never been without a jar of it. I often use it in many dishes much like my beloved Aleppo Chili and Garlic Gold but those are confessions for another day. I remember when I first learned to cook, one of the best pieces of advice I got from my friends Maria {Read More}
HSN Cooks Spring Weekend And A Giveaway
March 25, 2011 By 1 Comment
I don’t have to tell you how much I adore HSN and their culinary/entertaining tastemakers. Where else can you find Colin Cowie, Emeril, Todd English, Ingrid Hoffmann, Padma Lakshi and Wolfgang Puck with some seriously great goodies for your kitchen, table and pantry. Well, HSN is adding to the family, bringing on my absolute favorite chocolatier, Jacques Torres, those chic southern boys, The Lee Bros. and noted Chinese American chef, Ken Hom during their HSN Cooks Spring Weekend this weekend, {Read More}
Valentines Day Dinner Ideas Courtesy of Ingrid Hoffmann
February 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
Still on the fence about what to make for dinner on Valentine’s Day or can’t get rezzies to that hot restaurant you know your honey would love – don’t fret. Ingrid Hoffmann has some fab. ideas for Valentine’s Day that will have you looking like you have been planning this for weeks. Check out her recipes for her seafood noodle paella, crema catalana and a fab citrus and basil infused sangria to make a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner. Visit msnbc.com {Read More}
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