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Cupcake cakes & pies at Ivy Bakery

Posted on May 7, 2012 by tastypursuits

Where everybody knows your name. Walking into Ivy Bakery I couldn’t help but be transported back to watching re-runs of Cheers–weathered wooden tables and a warm glow bouncing off an exposed brick wall inviting you to kick back and relax … Continue reading →

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Networking with chefs, food brands, and bloggers at IACP

Posted on April 16, 2012 by tastypursuits

Hundreds of chefs, food brands, publishers, editors, writers, photographers, food stylists and bloggers all under one roof. The International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) 2012 conference in New York City was one “pinch me” moment after another as I networked … Continue reading →

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Pulled Pork at the Bon Appetit Kitchen

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

Photo courtesy of Bon Appetit Call me Dorothy…and my little dog too. Well, his name is really Toto…and I don’t have a dog, I have a cat named Boris. But for one giddy day, I was able to see the … Continue reading →

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Chinese New Year with Shanghai Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao)

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

Photo courtesy of Bryan Pace Happy Chinese New Year! Technically it is the lunar new year, but being part Chinese I reserve the right to call it my own special holiday. The first thing you have to do upon waking … Continue reading →

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Cookie Swap: Chocolate-Dipped Bacon Shortbread Cookies

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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I am back…figuratively and literally. I am back in New York City after spending months eating my way through Asia. There are so many more cities that I would like to visit, but my stomach did its best to make … Continue reading →

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Lemon Coconut Cupcakes

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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Inspiration comes from everywhere: the quick lunch that you grabbed on your way to a meeting (such as a Fresh & Co. Steak and Fontina Panini that turned into Steak Crisps with Caper Aioli), an empty-handed search all over the … Continue reading →

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Baked Peaches with Blueberry Port Coulis

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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I spent a lazy Labor Day weekend with my family this year. The “kids” trickled in to our parents’ house late Friday night. First my sister, brother-in-law and I…then my brother and his girlfriend. We caught up on each other’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized Tagged blueberries, blueberry, coulis, Healthy, peaches, port

Peanut Butter Pie for Mikey

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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This pie was made with love a thousand times over. Earlier this month, Jennifer Perillo’s husband unexpectedly died of a heart attack. She asked everyone to make his favorite Creamy Peanut Butter Pie, and share it with someone they love. … Continue reading →

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Surviving Hurricane Irene

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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“Loves how New Yorkers are ‘unimpressed’ w/ #Irene.” I have to agree with my childhood friend Arvi. I would rather be unimpressed than overwhelmed by a hurricane, so you won’t see me complaining! The media coverage made it seem like … Continue reading →

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Strawberries & Cream Cupcakes

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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The most amazing woman I know was born today. She can’t run a marathon, bench press 150 pounds, or leap tall buildings in a single bound–but she is a superwoman just the same. I really admire how she has always … Continue reading →

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Greek Feta Couscous

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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I learned a surprising life lesson while creating a Fresh & Co. sandwich-inspired meal. Initially I was thrilled to take on the challenge just because it sounded fun, but after I created the dishes I realized that we become more … Continue reading →

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Steaks, Panini and Inspiration: Steak Crisps with Caper Aioli Appetizer

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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Stop and eat the sandwiches. Someone asked me how I come up with ideas for Tasty Pursuits. It is a combination of coming up with challenges to push myself (such as the Smoker Box Challenge) and taking inspiration from everything … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized Tagged aioli, appetizer, capers, steak

Scones for Afternoon Tea – Cranberry Scones with Orange Honey Butter

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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Have you ever tasted something new, scrunched your face and immediately decided that you do not like it? It has been said that we need taste something three times before making that decision. I would add that we should try … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized Tagged afternoon tea, butter, cranberry, high tea, honey, Orange, scones

Bridal Shower Recipes

Posted on March 18, 2012 by tastypursuits

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Photo of Jo-Ann’s bridal shower favors taken by Roxy Woods Photography My good friend Jo-Ann just got married to a very caring man. They are a perfect match, and Nash is a lucky guy. Both of them are playful and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized Tagged Basil, bridal shower, chicken salad, cucumber, dill, drink, entertaining, high tea, raspberry, rose, sandwiches, tea

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