We all need a happy hour

September 25, 2020 by
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I have been fortunate enough to be able to work from home during the pandemic, a luxury not afforded to everyone. I try not to complain about the small problems that go along with this sudden shift from a daily commute and being part of a bustling office to sitting alone in front of a keyboard for most of the… read more

Great British Chef’s fascinating Signature Series

September 23, 2020 by
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Have you ever come across a recipe you would like to try, but you hesitate because the cost of the ingredients is high and you are afraid you might waste the precious food because you aren't sure of the technique? Having the recipe creator at your side to show you the steps to perfecting the dish would be one way… read more

Table for one

September 22, 2020 by
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Once upon a time, sitting at a table for one might have drawn looks of pity from diners or wait staff, but after 2020, no one will give it a second thought for at least a generation. In fact, a few restaurants are actually going out of their way to accommodate solo dining, none more so that Ett, an Atlanta,… read more

Do you really need to rinse rice before cooking?

September 21, 2020 by
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Whether you are a fan of Uncle Roger or not, there is no denying that for some people, washing rice is necessary while others view it as heresy. You might ask 'What does the science say?' and if that is your response, look no further than Nik Sharma's latest article appearing over at Food52, where he tackles this question head-on.… read more

Food news antipasto

September 20, 2020 by
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Ina Garten's cookbook tour is going virtual. Williams Sonoma announced that it would host the Barefoot Contessa herself in a series of events to celebrate the launch of her latest, Modern Comfort Food. The first event sees Ina chatting with Jennifer Garner on October 20, followed by a talk with Katie Couric on November 17. For both events, fans must get… read more

Pardon me, do you have any Grey Poupon?

September 19, 2020 by
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The 1980s was a decade of excess. Gravity-defying hairdos paired with neon-colored clothing, and television shows lured us in with dizzying displays of consumption: Ferraris on Miami Vice and Magnum PI, and mansions, jewels, and designer clothing on Dynasty and Dallas. It was a decade of one-upmanship - the fancier, the better. This was reflected in food, too. Commercials like… read more

Inspiration for us all

September 18, 2020 by
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When you reach an age where you don't want to have all of the candles on your birthday cake, you can think that it's all downhill from here. But this story proves that it is never to late to start something new. A Latrobe, Pennsylvania woman has became a Facebook sensation for her cooking and baking videos at the age… read more

An iconic cookbook store needs your help

September 17, 2020 by
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It's no secret that we love independent cookbook stores - not only because they offer a wide selection of our favorite books, but also because they render so many great services. Whether it is author talks, cooking classes, or just insightful recommendations from knowledgeable staff, cookbook stores provide amazing benefits to food lovers. It is also no secret that cookbook… read more

Porridge perfection

September 16, 2020 by
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People in Scotland have just ended the Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight, an annual celebration of the best that Scotland's food and drink sector has to offer. One item that might not be fêted during this event is porridge, a homey staple that usually does not inspire much excitement. Connoisseurs of porridge might disagree with this statement, especially those who participate in… read more

Cook’s Country names new editor

September 15, 2020 by
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Cook's Country magazine, part of the America's Test Kitchen franchise, has announced a new editor-in-chief. Toni Tipton-Martin, whose books The Jemima Code and Jubilee have won both awards and our members' hearts, will become the new editor in chief of Cook’s Country. The change comes as publishers grapple with the issues of cultural appropriation and alleged discrimination against people of… read more

Fighting kitchen burnout

September 15, 2020 by
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These days my emotions are whipsawing back and forth between joy from time spent in the garden feeling connected to the earth to a sense of dread from eerily red sunsets that are the result of huge fires burning a thousand miles away. All of this plus surpassing six months of an altered reality that means very little socializing and… read more

Food news antipasto

September 14, 2020 by
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The culinary world lost a shining star this week. Restaurateur and designer Terence Conran has died at the age of 88. “He was a visionary who enjoyed an extraordinary life and career that revolutionised the way we live in Britain,” his family said in a statement announcing his passing. Seeing beautiful images of food has become a respite in a… read more

When you’re not a morning person

September 12, 2020 by
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Some people can spring out of bed at the crack of dawn, complete a workout, make a great breakfast, and get ready for work, all with a smile on their face. I am not one of those people. I hit the snooze until the last possible moment, drag myself out of bed, and rarely have time for more than a… read more

Nadiya Hussain’s baking tips

September 11, 2020 by
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We love all of the Great British Bake Off contestants, many of whom have gone on to write fantastic cookbooks and even star in other television shows. Nadiya Hussain, who won Bake Off five years ago, has done both with aplomb. She recently spoke to the BBC prior to the premiere of her BBC Two series Nadiya Bakes, and in… read more

How to avoid stress eating

September 10, 2020 by
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A few days ago I made a batch of my favorite oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Naturally I had to have one warm from the oven, but I did not stop there. By the time the evening ended I had downed six cookies. That is not a healthy way to eat, but these days I seem to lack the willpower to… read more

Using up the bottle

September 9, 2020 by
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As someone who has cookbooks that celebrate cuisines from all over the world, I frequently encounter recipes that call for an ingredient that I previously have not tried. I am game to take chances in my cooking, so I will often go ahead and find a bottle, jar, or can of the substance, but sometimes struggle to use up the… read more

The ‘right’ way to cook rice

September 8, 2020 by
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Rice is the most widely consumed staple food for a significant portion of the world's population, especially in Asia and Africa. Each rice-centered culture uses different techniques to cook this versatile cereal crop. What is preferred in one country can be anathema to another. The BBC's Hersha Patel discovered this the hard way when YouTube personality Uncle Roger mocked her method… read more

The ebb and flow of seasonal eating

September 7, 2020 by
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In the depths of winter, while comforted by hearty stews and decadent pies, I dream of the first raspberries plucked off the vine in late spring and ripe tomatoes adorning a BLT in August. When August finally rolls around, I look forward to cozy nights by the fire, apple desserts, and warming soups. This is not to say I fail… read more

Food news antipasto

September 6, 2020 by
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Potato salad is not just a picnic staple, it is part of the Black cultural dynamic. The 2006 movie Who Brought the Potato Salad? explores the dish's relation to Black family dynamics, and recently Dr. Jon Paul Higgins expounded on this topic. Over at The Kitchn, he writes about why potato salad plays an important role in many Black social… read more

Until it’s done

September 5, 2020 by
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Neither my grandmother nor my mother loved to cook the way I do. Nevertheless, as a farm wife, my grandmother was required to feed the family and was not able to send for takeaway or go to a restaurant, so she learned how to cook and learned well. Most of her cooking was done without recipes, but she did write… read more

On following the rules

September 4, 2020 by
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There is a joke that has gone around for years (generations?) that goes like this: a girl watches her mother make Sunday roast while growing up. Each time, the mother cuts a couple of inches off one end of the roast, puts it in the pan, adds seasoning, and puts it into the oven. When the girl grows up, she… read more

Even perfection gets boring

September 3, 2020 by
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Scroll through most of food Instagram and you will find meticulously plated dishes, awe-inspiring intricate cakes, and tables overflowing with stunning tableware, each item placed just so to present the perfect vibe. As you swipe from one perfect image to the next, you might start to feel inadequate at your own culinary inadequacies or worse yet, become bored with it… read more

How a single cookbook defined a city’s cuisine

September 2, 2020 by
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Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, the 13th largest city in the EU, and the historical capital of Bohemia. Its long history includes being a culinary capital, but decades of communist rule relegated the storied foods of the city and its environs to the history books. Anthony Bourdain described the Czech Republic as "the land vegetables forgot." The… read more

Nigella Lawson’s new series for BBC Two

September 1, 2020 by
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Nigella Lawson remains one of the most loved authors in the EYB Library. Her books are on thousands of our Members' bookshelves, and now her fans have another reason to celebrate. The BBC just announced that Nigella is returning to television with what is certain to be another inspiring series, Nigella's Cook, Eat, Repeat that coincides with her upcoming cookbook… read more

Food waste is down due to pandemic eating and cooking

August 31, 2020 by
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Coronavirus safety measures have drastically changed the way most of the world shops, cooks, and eats food. Not only are people making more food at home, they are also embarking on baking adventures and have even created a shortage of home canning supplies. One change that has been a positive one is that people are wasting less food than before.… read more
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