Chef Sean Daly is back at EQ sharing recipes from his fabulous restaurant, Hugo. Here’s a sweet peek at what our guests will be eating for dessert tonight.

Bourbon Balls
1 cup pecans
8 ounces vanilla wafers, enough to make 2 cups
1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa, divided
1 cup confectioners’ sugar divided
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup bourbon [Read more →]

It’s back to school time. Time to get back in the groove of after school family meals. I want  to know your healthy back to school recipes using Dole Salads. The most creative recipe will win a $500 gift card from Kroger. Entries deadline is September 1, at 5:00 pm. Click here for details!

Multi-award-winning author, journalist, cooking teacher, and TV host, Steven Raichlen is the man who reinvented barbecue. His best-selling Barbecue Bible cookbook series and The Primal Grill and Barbecue University™ TV shows on PBS have helped people all over the world ascend the ladder of grilling enlightenment.  Listen to the interview

In August, 2003, Raichlen battled—and defeated—Iron Chef Roksbura Michiba in a barbecue battle on Japanese television. He is currently working on two books: one is [Read more →]

When faced with a devastating divorce or Big Breakup, how do you keep your breakup from becoming a breakdown? How do you avoid the pitfalls of heartbreak in the era of Facebook lurking, breakup blogging, and social media overload? And how do you ensure you don’t stay stuck in the pain, disappointment, betrayal, and loss too long?

Lisa Steadman is here to help! Her brand new workbook guides women step by step away from “I’ll never be the same!”  to ”What was his name?” Here are just some  of the strategies in Lisa’s book It’s a Breakup, Not a Breakdown: A 21-Day Action Plan To Plot Your Revenge, Spoil Yourself, And Find Out How Good Your Life Is Without Him:

Day 3: Delete your ex from your online (and offline) life
Day 8: Announce your breakup [Read more →]

Chef Jamie Purviance offered up some great grilling tips this morning. Click here to learn Jamie’s Top 1o Grilling Tips then explore his site for some terrific recipes, like Corn on the Cob with Basil Parmesan Butter

Jamie’s latest book,Weber’s Real Grilling is a great grilling resource. Loaded with tips, photos and recipes, it will keep you -and your grill -fired up all summer long! Listen to the interview.

Got a great idea? Sure you’ve got the next invention to change the word? Louis Foreman, executive producer of the Emmy award-winning PBS show Everyday Edisons,   has a new book, The Independent Inventor’s Handbook, which can help you turn your  million-dollar idea into a million dollars! For more information, visit Louis’ site.

Last night’s Goddesses of the Harvest: A Celebration of Women in Food was so special that words can’t easily describe it. From our gorgeous tables inside the magical Krohn Conservatory, to the eclectic array of guests, to my incredible staff and the oh-so generous volunteers,  to the super-stellar talent and breathtaking food prepared by the Goddesses themselves, it was a night that won’t soon be forgotten. 

As beautiful as it was front of house, it was equally beautiful back of house. I wish you could have seen these women create, build and deliver their courses to the guests. It was an example of what life is all about; teamwork, generosity, encouragement, artistry and good humor. Amazing.

A heartfelt thank you to all that were a part of Goddesses of the Harvest: A Celebration of Women in Food!

Pictured from left, Chef Anne Kearney, Chef Julie Francis, Renee Koerner, Chef Renee Schuler and Chef Summer Genetti

What goes with a burger? Beer! And Danny Gold! You can get all three plus Mac & Cheese from Keystone Bar & Grill and live music from The Turkeys for $15 at The Party Source tonight! The Party Source is one of the few places locally that have a revolving Growler offering the freshest most exciting beers on the planet -and on tap. Danny will be sampling some gorgeous craft draft brew balancing both depth and flavor. 5 samples of fine draft beer, live music and a burger all for $15. Priceless!

Berry good, berry delicious…berry best summer dessert! From my book, Amy’s Table: Food for Family and Friends. 

Almond Shortcakes with Double Cream and Triple Berries
Serves 8
Prep time: 30 minutes
Bake time: 10 minutes
Make ahead: The Almond Shortcakes are best when served within hours of baking but can be baked and stored in an airtight container at room temperature 1 day ahead. The Double Cream can be whipped several hours in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.
Tip: Use your favorite berries tossed with brown sugar or try sliced peaches as a variation.

Shortcakes:
1½ cups flour
¼ cup sugar
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon finely minced lemon zest
1 cup heavy cream, plus more as needed
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup finely ground almonds
¼ cup brown sugar

Double Cream:
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup sugar
½ cup crème fraiche or sour cream [Read more →]