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Important Tips for a Successful Cocktail Party

Posted by Gisele Perez on Feb 25, 2011, 5:55 pm in Books, Food and Drink, Party Planning Tips, Recipes-Drinks | 3 comments

If you are planning a cocktail party, there are a few essential things to remember. Here are some important tips for ensuring that your cocktail party is a tremendous success.

Sweet Potato Brioche- Part 2 in a Series on Sweet Potatoes

Posted by Gisele Perez on Jan 12, 2011, 9:13 am in Books, Food and Drink, Personal Reflection, Recipes-Savory | 3 comments

On a visit to Bayona, a the bread basket containing little rolls of Sweet Potato Brioche appeared. I devoured them immediately, and I never forgot those wonderful little rolls, so was very happy to see that Susan Spicer’s cookbook included the recipe for them.

Great Christmas Gifts for People Who Love New Orleans

Posted by Gisele Perez on Dec 14, 2010, 3:36 pm in Books, Food and Drink, Gift Suggestions, Travel | 0 comments

If you happen to be someone who loves New Orleans, just in time for Christmas, here are some great suggestions.

Sweet Potato Pound Cake

Posted by Gisele Perez on Oct 31, 2010, 7:30 am in Books, Food and Drink, Recipes-Sweet | 6 comments

This Sweet Potato Pound Cake is tastier than the ubiquitous autumn pumpkin bread- it’s spicy, rich and moist, with the dusky taste of fall- what’s not to love? And I was a little surprised, although I guess I shouldn’t have been, to see that it’s basically a 1-2-3-4 Cake.

Sweet Potato Pecan Pie Bars

Posted by Gisele Perez on Oct 29, 2010, 8:05 am in Books, Food and Drink, Recipes-Sweet | 3 comments

Sweet Potato Pie is a southern classic, as is Pecan Pie. Marrying the spicy, dense sweet potato custard with the gooey, dark sweetness of pecan pie filing- well, that’s a stroke of genius.

A Menu to Complement a Keg Party- and Korean Beef Taco Recipe

Posted by Gisele Perez on Sep 23, 2010, 2:51 pm in Books, Food and Drink, Menus, Recipes-Savory | 0 comments

Beer is the world’s most widely consumed beverage after water and tea, and its often called the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage. It’s also a natural to accompany spicier ethnic cuisines. Take a look at this menu designed specifically to complement a beer only party.