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Event Details

Date:    Location Address:     Contact Information:       Number of people:   Formal/Informal:   Dining Needs:     Dinner Pace (Slow/Fast):   Types of food wanted:   Argentine, Spanish, Italian, French, Latin, American   Favorite snacks:     Favorite appetizers:   Favorite mains:   Favorite desserts:   Favorite restaurants:   Types of

Holiday Party Platters Menu

Crudité  Blanched asparagus, celery, carrots, cherry tomatoes, & cucumbers. One 8 oz. container of Green Goddess Dressing: Herbs, anchovies, Dijon mustard and lemons. (Serves 10-15) Roasted Vegetable  Thyme and olive oil roasted zucchini, mini multi-color peppers, eggplant, green onions and tomatoes. One 8 oz. container Sun dried Tomato-Ricotta cheese dip. (Serves 10-12) Mediterranean Carbonell Queen stuffed

Holiday Gift Ideas

Nothing makes a gift more personal than taking the time to choose something suited specifically for the recipient. What could be more pleasing to show your sentiment than a gift from the kitchen? Spending the time to make something from scratch shows how much you treasure the relationships with friends and family. If time is

Elements of Roasting

For those reluctant to roast a Turkey, Pork Loin, Standing Beef Rib Roast or Leg of Lamb, read the following suggestions. After understanding why these tips work, you too will gain the confidence to roast any special cut of meat suited for the Holiday season…   Equipment A heavy duty Roasting Pan is essential. Make sure the