St. Patrick's Day is next week and even though I'm not a huge drinker, I still like to celebrate with sweet treats and festive baked goods! This week's love list is equipped with fun printables and recipes to help you get into the holiday spirit. 1. St....
I spend at least a small portion of every single day in the kitchen practicing my skills and trying new techniques. Even after being in the kitchen for a countless number of times, I still have so much more to learn. This past weekend I experienced a...
My kitchen cabinets are fully stocked with spices, dried pastas, etc. I like to keep a lot on hand because I cook and bake often and am constantly using different ingredients. I'm not a huge fan of the cardboard boxes and plastic containers that most...
I recently enrolled in baking classes at the Institute of Culinary Education and last month we had a demo on how to make pie crust. We made an apple pie that night and I ended up having some extra dough. I wrapped it in plastic wrap,...
Ever find yourself in a professional cooking setting where you've heard the term "Mise en Place" get thrown around and you say to yourself, "Mise en .. who"? This fancy French term actually has a fairly simple meaning. It means to "put in place" aka...
The love list this week is all about pistachios since tomorrow is National Pistachio day! The list includes, snacks, salads, and sweets. I know I'll be in the kitchen tomorrow whipping up treats to celebrate! 1. Pistachio Basil Ricotta Spread with Honey, Snixy Kitchen 2. Celery Root and Apple Salad, Every...
Not too long ago I tried out a Mac + Cheese recipe that I absolutely loved and wanted to quickly share it with you all! This past summer one of my closest friends gave me the "Mac + Cheese Cookbook" on my birthday. The book...
There has been no escaping the cold here in New York. Temperatures have been so cold that I've been reluctant to even leave my apartment. When the weather is like this I always crave warm comforting foods. Le Creuset has these adorable mini cocottes that...
A kitchen is a place for more than just cooking. It's a place where you can sit and knock out some work, enjoy a glass of wine, or gather with friends and family. If you spend a lot of time in your kitchen then it's worth...
The last time I made pretzels my age was still in the single digits. It was at a place in PA and I was with my grandma and brother (photo below). Growing up, our house was constantly stocked with pretzels. My dad worked in Philly and would always bring home...