Got any ideas on what to gift your valentine? Well, if she or he has a thing for chocolates, The Chocolate Bar Brownie Pan is something that you could consider. Chocolate comes in various forms and shapes but the first image that most of us... -

Are you planning to cook peanut butter brownies for the Brownie Day Party? Then, here are best 5 ideas for making brownies with peanut butter for Brownie Day Party .   Crunchy Peanut Butter Brownies The crunchy peanut... -

Oh yeah! You heard me right, Reese's Brownies, in a cupcake! They are just as good as you would think! I was Stumbling the web when I found The Crepes of Wrath blog which was doing an article about brownies with York Peppermint patties.... -

Do you want to set-up a home bar? This article will help you to set-up a home bar in easy way.   How to Set-Up a Home Bar    by  Sally Fox Stocking your Home Bar is fun. Think of... -

While setting up a bar, it becomes very important to set the entire bar equipment. Here are the top 10 essential bar equipments which should be kept in mind and taken care of- Bar trays - One of the most essential bar restaurant... -

Energy bars have almost replaced breakfast in US, the simple reason being its convenience of use, healthy nutrients and easy to carry along. But the most important question here is, are energy bars as safe as they sound or they are mere food fraud s... -

Families with kids will agree that they spend quite a few dollars every month on candy bars ! This is one of the main reasons of women trying out homemade candy bars ( loaded with creamy caramel, peanut nougat and salty... -

Create a welcoming sign for your guests, saying “Ice Cream Parlor.” Or make it more personalized with someone’s first name. Use balloons by bunching them together to create an ice cream cone, use brown colored balloons for the cone and different colors... -

Easy Christmas baking ideas are very useful for those who are not expert bakers, but who are looking forward to make something special for their family and friends on Christmas. Easy Christmas baking delicacies are prepared with simple ingredients which... -

Chia seeds, which slows the carbohydrates-sugar conversion process, are considered healthy and must be incorporated in daily diets. Let’s find out 3 Easy Recipes To Make With Chia Seeds with this article. Introduction: Highly nutritious Chia... -

Easy travel eats sometimes sounds like an oxymoron because one inevitably runs into one of these situations. Here are a few easy travel eats to pick. Either they are over way before you expected them to last, or the luggage is considerably heavier due to... -

Forget the old parental admonishments about “spoiling your appetite” with between-meal snacking – it’s all right to appease your appetite with healthy snacks. In fact, snacking prevents you from getting so hungry that you overeat at mealtimes. Have... -

Why a write-up on “ Quick And Easy Ideas To Prepare Kosher Chicken, for a Hanukkah dinner menu ”?  Kosher foods adhere to the Jewish Dietary laws, and Hanukkah, being an important festival of the Jews, brings out the purest spirit and form of... -

Avocado, despite being not a very popular choice for cocktails, renders a fresh appeal to the drinks. Be it a martini or a daiquiri, the avocado cocktails have a class of their own. Refreshing and revitalizing, they make excellent starters as well as cool... -

Cacao pods (also known as cabosses). The dark pod is not yet ripe. Ripe pods turn bright colors, from yellow and orange to red, depending on the type of bean.  Photo by chocolatier Pierre Marcolini - Marcolini’s bars all have a very slight dark tone that... -

Useful Information.....     Peel a banana from the bottom and you won't have to pick the little "stringy things" off of it.  That's how the primates do it. -

We all love snacking, or at least most of us get the munchies in the late afternoon.  Kids rush in from school "starving" and grab whatever is handy-quick and easy. The first thought is to give the kids fruit or raw... -

  Here are the top 10 Valentines Day recipe ideas  to surprise your valentine. Each Valentines Day recipe  mentioned is not only tasty but also very romantic. These recipes are perfect for the special day where both can have a good time... -

While Turkey is for the Thanksgiving and Lamb is for the Easters, there’s no specific dish that typifies the Labor Day. But, while this becomes a challenge to many, it can also, at the same time, be a chance to prove your creativity. With no specific... -

1. Chocolate pots Rich and dense, these puddings need to be made with the very best bitter chocolate - you only need a few mouthfuls. Think of them as a chocolate truffle in a pot and get creative with flavours. Spice the cream with star anise for an... -

Desserts that do not require any preparation before eating are known as ready to eat desserts. Some of these convenience foods do not even need to be refrigerated. Such desserts are ideal to be served as an emergency food. One thing that you must ensure is... -

I am a fan of soft-spoken Chef Suvir Saran. So when I spotted his latest book, American Masala - 125 New Classics from My Home Kitchen (Clarkson Potter, $35)- Costco price is $21 at Costco I glanced through it and sort of shrugged but bought it any way as his... -

The newly invented wine flour adds kick to your cooking, in a much better way than bottled wine. Rachel Klemek, a well known baker, started using this flour made out of left over grape skins from a winery and to everyone’s delight recipes like pasta,... -

Easy to make and packed with flavors, the super bowl treats mentioned in this write-up not only zest up the party spirits, but also pay tribute to the robust players of this game. Celebrate the spirit of football with this hearty spread of delectable... -

Michael Schmelling Jimmy’s Favorite Jimmy and Drew’s 28th Street Deli, Boulder, Colorado Never mind that Jimmy and Drew left Chicago to sell meat in a vegan stronghold: They survive because they make everything... -

  Brunch finger foods are tricky to plan. Ideally, brunch finger foods are to cover the breakfast and lunch together ; hence you have to take special care about its calorie value and nutrition value. Brunch finger foods can be planned on... -

Can you think about a bachelor’s party without  drinks? How to choose drinks for a stag party so that you have a mixed blend of beer, cocktails, mixed drinks, just a few shots and some legendary wine. This isn’t as easy as it might appear to be because... -

This may not exactly be wizardry in the kitchen , but select mixologists across America are using the most unusual tools to create hi-tech cocktails for their customers. A few years ago, one couldn’t associate sous vide water baths, paint-cans or vacuum... -

If you are in charge of whipping up desserts for Super Bowl Sunday   , you will need to customize a few of them for your diabetic friends. Diabetics often choose to pass over the desserts, as they need to keep a tab over their sugar... -

  Involve your children while making simple Valentines Day recipes . Let them help you gather ingredients and prepare these Valentines Day recipes under your supervision. You'll create great memories and establish a tradition that they will... -

If you are feeling lazy, then chuck out your laziness and enjoy a party with these delightful potluck brunch ideas . These delicious brunch ideas from ifood are assured to entice you taste buds and leave you refreshed and satiated. Read on to know more... -

You can use cocoa powder in making various mouth-watering recipes. So, hereby are 8 ways to use cocoa powder in kitchen.   Rich Cocoa Fudge Mix 1/8 tsp salt, 3 cup sugar and 2/3 cup cocoa powder in a saucepan.... -

Appetizers finger foods are widely in demand in party menu as well in daily menu. In fact, these two in one easy appetizers finger foods are all-time favorite of homemakers as well as party hosts because these foods are wonderful appetizer as well as... -

Dieting is usually linked to complete restriction from your favorite foods. The best way of controlling calorie intake, known to us, is to stay away from favorite snacks. But, actually snacking is kind of important when you are on diet. So, we bring to you... -

  Most of the Stag Party has drinks, women to entertain and great food. To decide on starters for a stage party can be a great confusion.  Partying hard can make a guy sweat and need for an appetizer is more. But... -

Nothing can be as enjoyable as making your own Christmas food baskets to gifts your loved ones. Here are some easy tips to make your own Christmas food basket to gift. It is important to have some good ideas when you are making Christmas food... -

  Easter brunch in San Francisco can be loads of fun and surprising with the activities like, egg hunt, sunrise service, visit to zoo, etc. Easter is a season to celebrate with friends and family and spring marks the beginning of... -

Baking for Christmas   involves all those foods which are loved by kids and is enjoyed by them during holidays. Christmas baking mostly involves sweet cookies, cakes and breads which sets the mood  for celebrations and holidays. Here are some ideas which... -

  0in;text-align:justify;line-height:15.0pt;vertical-align:baseline"> Whipped Cream is used in a variety of food preparations and can be made at home instantaneously if you know How to Use a Whip Cream Maker. So, here I present to you... -

Parties or get-together can be challenging for all those people having  resistance to gluten . So, we bring to you  10 gluten-free food recipes to keep you safe from the respective diseases. G luten-free diet is basically free from gluten  ... -

You would think that the ' top 10 International desserts' would be enough to satisfy a sweet tooth in this world. Think again! Once you get a hang of what gastronomical delights are available to you in different countries of the world, you will... -

It is that time of the year to celebrate with your loved one, a romantic valentines day dinner sounds like a great idea. What would make it even more special is if you would include some aphrodisiac food - or love food, in them.   To make your... -

With only a few more days to go for creepy and weird festival of Halloween, it’s time to gear up, get on your toes  and get planning and preparing your home decorations, gifts, the  food, and not to forget, the desserts for those trick or treat routines.... -

If you are looking for a diet program that will help you to get ‘skinny’ in a matter of months, then Beverly Hills diet could be your thing. Forwarded by Judy Mazel in the 1980s, Beverly Hills diet menu   plan consciously combines food groups like... -

  Before talking about lent foods , let us understand what is lent, what recipes are preferred, food during lent season, etc, etc.  For Catholics lent is all about prayer, sorrow, almsgiving and abstinence, for the... -

I rrspective of the baking menu you are looking into, there are certain ingredients which are part of all of them. That is what the blog is all about. Check out what all are the common ingredients of a baking menu.   Flour ... -

When it comes to packing nutritious lunch for your kids, you really have to think beyond peanut butter sandwiches and cookies. Kids love variety when it comes to food. Now treat your child to some yummy treats with Chicago school lunch ideas . Nutritious... -

Granola is a tasty snacking option for health and fitness freaks. These people always keep looking for new ways to eat granola. Granola is an assortment of oats and nuts, roasted and mixed with delicious and healthy honey. A wide variety of choices are... -

Kids have a keen desire to try out their baking skills during holidays. Tips on Christmas baking for kids will not only involve kids in the baking process, but shall also help you to prepare baked goodies as per their liking. You can prepare as many types... -

With lives getting busier by the day, quick meals are gaining popularity like never before. Therefore, it is natural for thirty minute menu ideas to become the rage that they are. With cookbooks also rising to the demand, knowing how to do a quicker... -

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and you will be struggling for ideas. here are a few of them. Check out the  top 5 Valentine’s Day Party Ideas.     Valentine’s Day Party Idea 1: Quick And Easy Starter :... -

Looking for some interesting potluck breakfast ideas ? Then you have chosen the perfect place. Ifood brings to you some sumptuous, yet easy ideas for potluck breakfast. These delectable mix and match breakfast ideas when put together forms a yummy and... -

Food can be a great reward for children when they display good behavior and you wish them to feel happy about it. How to reward good behavior in children with food? Using candies, chocolates, ice-creams, burgers and fried munchies might seem to be an... -

The top 5 chocolate desserts for Valentine’s Day would be a dream come true for a chocoholics, to eat as well as to bake. And is there really any better way to express your sentiments better than to do it with some good old fashioned chocolate?   ... -

  Hiking is one of my favorite leisure time activities. There is nothing like packing a backpack, some food, maybe a camping gear and setting off towards the mountains. Forget the hustle and bustle of city life, the stress, the deadlines all the chaos... -

  “Life is like a box of chocolates - you never know what you're going to get", said Forrest Gump. And, I feel that he said this with the “National Chocolate Chip Day” in mind. Today is May 15 – a day dedicated to these... -

If you are planning a wedding reception menu, then plan a chocolate buffet to jazz up the evening by treating your guests with hot chocolate buffet or a chocolate covered fruit. Wedding chocolate buffets are a crowd pleaser, and it's easy to... -

Worried that your teenager is not consuming healthy food or might be making unhealthy choices when it comes to cafeteria food? Then, this is just one of the 5 reasons to pack lunch for teenagers !  For parents, concern for their kids is a long term issue... -

  Layered Mason Jar gifts are not only creative but thoughtful as well. Mason canning jar when layered with raw ingredients of a dish makes up for a perfect “layered gift”.The best part is that they make easy and inexpensive yet wonderful gifts. Once... -

The art of making cheesecake lies in baking a cake that is smooth and free of cracks. A few precautionary measures in the procedure are essential in keeping cheese cake from cracking . As you learn how to keep cheesecake from cracking ,... -

  Great ideas for the Cookie Exchange Cookies    If there is something that is better than a cookie day celebration, then it it the cookie exchnge on Cookie Day. Well for one, all you have to do is play the perfect host and arrange... -

Are you going to attend a potluck party? Then here you will find few easy potluck dessert recipe ideas , which can make delicious desserts without much difficulty. Top 10 Popular Potluck Dessert Recipes Ice Cream Dessert Use cookies... -

Curbing sugar cravings is relatively an easy thing if you really wish to go for it. We all know that rampant sugar consumption is not good for health; still some of us always yearn for a bite of sweet. The causes for rampant sugar cravings are myriad, but the... -

by dmanburger Finally the wait is over, well nearly! Chef Jeremy Spector, accomplished culinarian of past eateries as Employees Only, Dogmatic Dog and Gramercy Tavern, heads up the helm at this British inspired restaurant, nestled in the... -

Autumn, the season, which brushes away the old to give way to the new and a season to rejoice with pumpkins as well. Apart from the jack-o-lantern, which you would have spent your time carving for the Halloween, lets explore some top 10 ways to use pureed... -

Setting up a new home and confused about what are those must have kitchen appliances? Read on to be enlightened.   After painstakingly buying things for every room in the house, it is natural that the kitchen list might exhaust you out. But,... -

The cheese martini is one of the exotic martini drinks, which is not commonly available in many bars and restaurants. If you want to prepare this fabulous drink at home, then you should also learn how to garnish the drink properly. The easy and common way... -

Generally the better or top chefs are the ones who have made an impact on the entire culinary world, Paul Bocuse is one, Escoffier revoltionized the modern way kitchens were run and operated.   Paul Bocuse (born on 11 February 1926 in... -

I always loved Almond joy   bar which my sister referred to as Grandpa's candy! The wonderful taste of sweet condensed milk and coconut is mouthwatering. The good news is that you can prepare these at home just as easily. Just... -

Your quest for that perfect cocktail ends here. With the holiday season in full steam, the party season is also in full swing and just like no party is complete without drinks, having a good set of tips to prepare the perfect New Year cocktail is going to be... -

  Dairy free desserts become a necessity when your body cannot digest the milk constituents. However, this need not leave you craving for more sweets in your life or make you move earth and heaven to find a solution to your problem. Read on to... -

Apart from the scrumptious food on Easter day, there are loads of sugar sunken sweet candies that are a part and parcel of Easter celebration. These colourful bright candies  are quite a nightmare for the weight watchers. Thankfully, we have many... -

The one thing that is abundant at an Election Party, apart from the political talk, is food. If you are going to host an election party anytime soon or in the far-off future, we bring you some great election party food ideas to get you going. After... -

The secret to hosting a happening Halloween party lies in your ability to be as creative as possible with the menu and these Halloween party food ideas for kids tells you how. Halloween feasts are all about deliciously creepy treats that goes well with... -

What could be better than a Meat-free Monday? Going healthy the vegan way on a Meatless Monday, for sure! Meatless Monday movement is the latest fad in the US with people talking about it, observing it, following it and even criticizing it. Nevertheless,... -

It is that time of the year. Hopefully, all of you are getting some family time in. While the holidays are all about family, love, gifts, Santa and home cooked meals, it also means, for many of us, long travels to see our loved ones. In this post I am going... -

  It is very important for us to know how to prevent your cake from crackin , as it may save you from facing disastrous moments in the kitchen.  I made my first cake on my daughter's birthday! Man it was a disaster! Though it tasted... -

Dissolving sugar into alcohol is an easy process and you will soon discover how and why. Alcohol is one such thing that has been around since the very early part of man’s history and it plays quite a prominent role in society these days. It is believed... -

Air travel means limited food availability . This becomes worse with the bad taste, poor hygiene of the food and above all the extra amount that we have to pay for that bad food. Also, the foods available at the terminals are mostly fast food and they... -

When you are thinking about healthy snacks for kindergarteners , sugar and junk food are a strict no-no. This certainly does not mean that you need to make the healthy snacks from scratch at home. There are plenty of healthy options that can be bought from... -

What do you need while you are getting ready to part ways with your hard-earned money on the Tax Day? Some Tax Day special drinks to go with the heartburn accompanying filing your tax returns, right? So, here are the four such cocktails, which are easy to... -

  Add chloe chia seeds into your culinary to make this healthy seed, part of your healthy food. What makes this such a healthy option?     Chloe Chia is similar to laurel flower;... -

How to celebrate Peanut butter lovers' month?  This is not an issue at all if you are an avid peanut butter fan. Read on to know about some amaing ways of celebrating this day...   Peanut Butter Lovers -

Wedding ceremonies are always special; so are  wedding finger foods . Finger foods for weeding ceremony have to be selected with great care and with passion for taste and quality so the gusts can really enjoy the savor and the fresh start of the couple... -

Whether you are fasting, have just undergone a surgery, or have difficulty in chewing or swallowing solid food, resorting to full liquid diet menu could be the answer to all your problems. A full liquid diet menu comprises of liquid, soft foods that are... -

  A breakfast that is made with heart-friendly ingredients will help reduce the risk of a heart attack or a cardiac failure. Read on to find out some heart healthy breakfast ideas that you can try on a daily basis.     ... -

Fresh, colorful vegetables: dark green and leafy, red, ripe, and juicy; or bright orange and crunchy. This exquisite rainbow colored cornucopia is truly the class of foods that keeps our arteries healthy and clean. Vegetables contain disease fighting... -

Dry pomegranate seeds also called as Anar Dana, is primarily used in Indian cuisines and medicinal purposes. This seasonal fruit is a very ancient fruit prominently available in Indian Market.   Drying pomegranate seeds are... -

  It's hard to keep kids out of kitchen, especially when its the holidays and kids are at home. So here are some tips on how to keep them safe while they're in the kitchen. Keeping kids safe in the kitchen doesn't... -

In general: Keep a bowl of whole fruit on the table, counter, or in the refrigerator. Refrigerate cut-up fruit to store for later. Buy fresh fruits in season when they may be less expensive and at their peak flavor.... -

  Vodka & Oranges can make a wonderful cocktail, which are natural, refreshing and succulent treat for hot summer.     Vodka being the versatile drink can go well... -

When you’re down, it is most common to reach for comfort foods to make you feel better. It is rather easy to substitute nutrition for bad comfort food choices. Here are the top ten guilt-free comfort food recipe ideas that you can indulge in... -

These 10 super-foods have been proven to be disease fighters and energy boosters. Be sure and include  them in your meals and get on the fast track to a super-healthy body. Lemons Why Are They so Healthy? -- ... -

  Make your mother feel special this Mothers’ Day with an assorted cookie gift hamper.  There are countless websites and bakeries from where you can order them, nevertheless, homemade cookies are special - especially because they are... -

  Whipping up a Valentines Day dinner is not an easy task as such. Besides, what’s dinner without desserts for Valentines Day? A perfectly baked / cooked dessert will set the mood for your after dinner activities. So you are a man and can cook?... -

After traveling to several places by road, I have understood a few things on how to eat healthy on a road trip. You just need to make some planning before your trip on what to eat during your travel so that you can enjoy healthy food even when you are... -

        The temperature is dipping down to the 20’s and steadily going down in Manhattan. You breathe and it vaporizes outside. The thought crosses your mind that you need to get the sugar rush with the top 10 hot chocolates of New York.... -

Although Tallow has been around for ages and has widespread uses in the kitchen, apart from a few loyal patrons, the oil has lost its erstwhile popularity. Learn what tallow oil is, why it still remains a preferred choice for some people and how to use... -

National soup day is celebrated to remember the tough times the world went through in the 19 th Century. Here are some great soup ideas and tips for the National Soup Day. “Please sir, can I have some more?,” pleaded a young boy when he... -

  Renowned American cinematographer, actor, and author Alton Brown Spices Up The Dauphin Island Gumbo Cook-Off when the second edition of this annual event gathered more than 3,500 people on the weekend. The organizers at... -

  With the Super Bowl Championship game just around the corner, it is time to plan and proceed to throw a perfect SuperBowl party!     Hosting a great SuperBowl party at home can be taxing, but if you... -

  Cooking utensils are an integral part of any kitchen and are used on a daily basis hence, it becomes imperative to look after their maintenance. Cooking utensils last long and work well if they are carefully maintained and taken proper care of. ... -

Spaniards have  a long and colorful history and tradition of making delectable desserts; they boast of a variety of desserts, amalgamated into their cuisine from the various cultural influences that they have been exposed to, right from the Romans and Aztecs... -

  ifood.tv is excited to give 5 lucky Facebook fans the opportunity to win!   It’s simple, from now until April 29, 2011, leave a comment below with your favorite potluck dish and you’ll be entered... -

You must have read about the " pink slime menace "  in America, a few days ago on ifood.tv. Good news is that schools, restaurants, and grocery stores are taking note of this menace and getting rid of the pink slime in every possible... -

Sunday brunch of eggs with salmon and caramelized onions. My cooking experiments continue.... Ok. first i am mad (at myself). I just typed the whole blog, added the pics and then in some moment of carelessness quit my firefox thinking i was... -

On February 7, 2008, the Year of the Rat begins — a year numbered 4706 on the Chinese lunar calendar. The holiday ushers in a 10-day period when families and friends exchange token gifts, give children red envelopes with "pocket money", and... -