This year Book Expo of America (BEA) was held on a timid weather week in New York City (and it was announced that Book Expo will continue to be held in NYC until 2015). There were many award-winning authors, publisher anniversaries celebrated, and much discussed in terms of what and how to bring books to consumers. BEA was held in conjunction with IDPF and BlogExpo at Jacob Javits Center in midtown Manhattan.
Read moreHerbivoracious (Delicious Vegetarian/Vegan) Recipes and Cookbook Giveaway!
This month I am hosting a giveaway for the Herbivoracious cookbook by Michael Natkin. I tried a few recipes and was very satisfied with the results and am happy to share the wealth with those interested in doing more vegetarian cooking. Feel free to pass the word to friends and cooking enthusiasts. This is a great book for the household and introduces many alternatives to vegetarian dishes as main entrees.
Read moreInterview with Sweet & Simple's Michelle Jaffee (Defining the best in baked goods from family roots.)
Interview with founder, Michelle Jaffee, of Sweet & Simple bakery. A great local bakery in Connecticut offering chocolatey goods of the dense variety.
Read moreReduced-Sugar/Sugar-Free Baking Month (with Truvia)
Given the chance to try Truvia spoonable I dedicated the month of May to make desserts with Truvia. Four recipes were completed and I'm happy to report good things about this natural sweetener.
Read more5 Boro PicNYC - May 27th Edition
Sunday, May 27th marked the last day of the 5 Boro Picnyc on Governor's Island. I nice get picnic to enjoy during the holiday weekend introduced or re-introduced attendees to the wonderful food options within New York City with many samplings of libation and barbecue.
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