Baking & Pastry Essentials The Technique Coffee Simple Syrup Simple syrups hold such value in the bakeshop as they may be used to brush over cake layers to ensure premium texture, particularly when genoise & biscuit joconde sponge cakes are featured. The syrups may be as straightforward as a one to one ratio of sugar to […]
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Spring Entertaining: Honey-Lavender Simple Syrup
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Honey-Lavender Simple Syrup Fresh lavender is a jewel in the kitchen as it not only offers bold, distinctive flavor to recipes. Lavender’s versatility not only imparts bold lovely flavor to grilled specialties the scent perfumes cookies, cake & sugar flawlessly. Beyond the table, the sprigs can be paired with seasonal blooms such […]
The Pâte à Choux Appetizer Canapés Collection
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials The Pâte à Choux Appetizer Canapés Collection When planning spring parties, fill menus with a selection of fine French inspired pastries from Gougeres to Paris-Brest Canapés. These savory appetizers are guaranteed to elevate tables instantly & pair wonderfully with custom cocktail classics from a French 75 to a Sidecar. A simple recipe of Parmesan accented pâte […]
Cocktail Classics: Sidecar
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials Sidecar Lovely classic cocktails are always appropriate for spring parties. The Sidecar was created in Paris in the early 20th century & it may be prepared with Brandy or Cognac while more modern versions include bourbon. Orange liqueur adds zip while fresh lemon juice adds bright notes. Create a small bar […]
The Profile: Heirloom Demitasse Spoons
Entertaining Essentials Southern Socials Heirloom Demitasse Spoons Beautiful entertaining pieces should be used for a variety of occasions from spring parties, birthday celebrations & bridal showers to fall gatherings when hosting guests in your home. Although originally intended for use with a traditional coffee service, heirloom silver demitasse spoons make lovely pieces to use for […]
Cocktail Classics: Grand Royal
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials Grand Royal Lovely classic cocktails are always appropriate for festive celebrations. A Grand Royal is a simple concoction that’s a bit more polished than the standard glass of champagne. There are several formulas that result in a good one but my favorite includes just a splash of Grand Marnier. It’s refreshing […]
The New Year’s Eve Hors d oeuvres Collection
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials The New Year’s Eve Hors d oeuvres Collection A beautiful selection of cheeses, crudités, relishes & crackers is always a good appetizer to serve when entertaining. They may be arranged as luxurious offerings but a simple collection of items can be equally impressive. Choosing one cheese & preparing a variety of […]
Game Day Cocktails 101: Yellowhammer Champagne Cocktail
Game Day Entertaining Raise A Glass Yellowhammer Champagne Cocktail Delicious cocktails are a fabulous way to get game day festivities underway. Even better is when it can honor a specific alma mater. Yellowhammer Champagne Cocktails are a refreshing beverage to offer guests when tailgating & they are quite simple to make. The Essential Guide To Garnishing Game […]
