Huckleberry Jam Recipe, historical trivia

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers, and postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will you

Happy National Blueberry Pie Day!

And a happy Wordless Wednesday, too! 
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101 THINGS I LEARNED™ IN CULINARY SCHOOL by Louis Eguaras with Matthew Frederick. *********************************

Flowers on the First Date: Are they Still Important?

by Style and Focus Lifestyle PRIs Romance Dead? Regarding flowers and dating that is. Ladies, what do you think? Do you still think it's import to receive flowers on a first date anymore? Or is it considered old-fashioned and out dated now a days?Well, among my friends, it's split. Some think it's great to get flowers on a first date (it shows that he sees you as more than just a casual hook up)

What to Wear: For a Sorority Alumnae Formal (Reader Request)

Someone asked for advice (in the comment section) for what to wear to their Sorority Alumnae Formal. Since you didn't say whether you were on a budget or whether you preferred long or short dresses, I included a variety to get you started.Whatever dress you end up buying, make sure it's comfortable because you will be wearing it all night and most likely dancing as well.As a sorority alum, I can

Event: Meet Handbag Designer Rebecca Minkoff Today at Saks in Beverly Hills

Received this event invite this morning (wish I could attend but can't) so if you can have fun.Event: Meet Handbag Designer Rebecca Minkoff and view the Rebecca Minkoff Collection, available exclusively at Saks Fith Avenue.For more information, please call 310.275.4211When: Today (April 22) from 2 - 4PMWhere:Saks Fifth Avenue9600 Wilshire BoulevardBeverly Hills, CA 90212

L'Aroma & Queen Bee Host a Children's Reading Series. Featured books: Chinese Folktales

What: L'Aroma & Queen Bee Introduce a New Children's Book Reading SeriesBring your kids this Saturday (4/24) to our new book reading series at Upstairs @ L'Aroma in West Newton. At the book readings, we will be reading children's books from different regions of the world. Kids will enjoy samples of desserts from the featured region. This week the featured region is China. We will be reading story

Happy Earth Day!!! 5 Easy Earth Day Tips

There are so many tips for living a greener life and some can be a bit expensive and hard to do. However, these following tips are easy on the wallet and are easy to do:For last year's Style and Focus 10 Easy Green Living Tips click here1. Buy an easy to care for potted plant. It will increase the oxygen in your home and beautify your living space.2. Open your windows for fresh air instead of

April showers, almond shower cake recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers, and postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will you

Enjoy Life Wordless Wednesday

This is my first Wordless Wednesday.Welcome to my Joy of Desserts Blog!   Flickr/pondlife*


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101 THINGS I LEARNED™ IN CULINARY SCHOOL by Louis Eguaras with Matthew Frederick. *********************************

Use fresh eggs in your desserts? Don't miss this!

Use fresh eggs in your desserts?

Don't miss these talks (dates/times at bottom of post) by whistle blower and chicken farmer Carole Morison, featured in the "Food Inc." documentary, if you are in the Greater SF Bay Area.  And if you're elsewhere, then read on and get informed!
By talking to the creators of the Academy-Award nominated documentary "Food Inc.," Morison risked and lost her

Book Giveaway: 101 Things I Learned in Culinary School

Here's another giveaway sponsored by the good folks at Hachette Book Group and Grand Central Publishing.  They are generously providing the readers of Joy of Desserts the chance to win 101 Things I Learned in Culinary School by Louis Eguaras with Matthew Frederick.


There will be 3 winners.  Enter through May 19, 2010 at midnight.U.S. and Canada addresses only.

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Latest Obsession: Spring & Summer Hats

When I see a really cute Spring & Summer Hat, I think of a carefree day outside enjoying the warm weather. Lately when I'm out shopping I can't help stoping and looking at a really cute hat. I have already bought a few and might buy just one more.Chloe Straw Fedora $38.00 Free People (freepeople.com)Woven Floppy Hat $10.80 Forever21Raffia Straw Fedora $39.50 Banana RepublicAmanda Straw Hat $7.99

Anyone Watching These TV Shows?

Did anyone watch the finale episode of Ugly Betty last night? I wasn't able to catch it last night, but I did tape it. I'll try to watch it this weekend. Most of the shows are nearing the end of the season.Anyone else enjoying the nerds on The Big Bang Theory? They are just so nerdy and it's so funny to watch. Who watches Jessica Simpson's reality show? I tried to watch it, but I found it a

Tea party tax day tea cakes recipe, butter icing recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers, and postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will you

What to Wear For: A Fun & Flirty Date

Dress shown: Tiered Taffeta Dress $358.00 BCBG (bcbg.com)Who says dates are just for the weekend? Not you!You're feeling extra flirty, so what should you wear? How about a short ruffle dress that will show off your legs. The ruffles will match your playful, flirty vibe but don't over do it with the ruffles, you don't want them to over power you or look ridiculous.Wear with trench coat, a sexy

Nesting: Shabby Chic Beauty Organizers

There is just something so pretty, feminine and shabby chic about these Wire Beauty Organizers from PBteen (pbteen.com). They would look perfect in your bathroom or on top of a dresser in your bedroom, making it a lot easier to find all your beauty products.Brush Cup $15.00Rectangle Tray $29.002-Tier Tray $39.00

Which Movie Do You Want To See: Kick-Ass, The Losers or The A-Team

Which of these movies are you hyped up for? Kick-Ass, The Losers or The A-Team.Out of the three I think the one I really want to see is The Losers. The trailer really has me interested and it looks really good. The Losers is based on a comic book series published by DC comics. It seems like it has a good balance of action, drama and comedy plus a great selection of actors.For Kick-Ass I'm not

Good Housekeeping Celebrates 125th Anniversary with May Collector's Issue Dedicated To 125 Years Of Educating, Advocating And Entertaining

Motivating the Next Generation of Influential Women, Cover Star Michelle Obama Speaks About Life in the White House, Her Marriage, and Her Role as Mom-in-ChiefMay Anniversary Issue Available April 13NEW YORK, April 7 -- For 125 years, Good Housekeeping has been the go-to resource for generations of women looking for practical strategies and solutions – from time-saving tips and delicious recipes

Every Girl Needs: Chic Rain Wear

There's no need to worry about being unprepared for April showers with so many chic and colorful rain wear in stores.It doesn't matter whether you favor the traditional yellow rain poncho, a classic trench or a light-weight pea coat you will be prepared for the crazy spring weather by by having the 2 Things Every Girl Needs: an Umbrella and Rain Boots. Keep from looking like a little kid by find

Vintage Recipe Thursday: custard pie recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers, and postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will you

Beauty Pick: Chanel No. 5 Eau de Parfum Spray

Chanel No. 5 Eau de Parfum Spray ($61.50 - $115, chanel.com) is one of the most timeless and classic perfumes that will have you feeling like a real woman. This beauty pick is worth sacrificing a few of those expensive coffee drinks for, it's sophisticated and utterly chic.

Happy Easter

Have a Sunny Good Friday!!!!

Book: The Kind Diet by Alicia Silverstone

No matter if you're a full on vegetarian or just looking for more ways to add more vegetables into your life. Alicia Silverstone's book The Kind Diet will offer you new and delicious ways to prepare healthy recipes and intoduce you to a healthy lifestyle change.About the book:In The Kind Diet, actress, activist, and committed conservationist Alicia Silverstone shares the insights that encouraged

Contest: Olive Garden Offers Guests Once-in-a-Lifetime Trip to Italy

Italian food lovers have the chance to win a trip to Culinary Institute of TuscanyORLANDO, Fla. (April 1, 2010) — Now through May 9, 2010, Olive Garden is offering Italian food lovers a chance to win a culinary tour of Italy and an insider's look at Olive Garden's Culinary Institute of Tuscany. The sweepstakes, co-sponsored by Olive Garden and Colavita® Extra Virgin Olive Oil, will reward:- Four

Spring Shoes: 5. Flip Flops

1. Peep-toe or Strappy Heels2. Flat Sandals3. Wedges or Mules4. Flats5. Flip-Flops6. Evening5. Flip FlopsWhether you call them Flip Flops or Thongs they are the unofficial shoes of summer. Affordable or high-end. You are bound to find something you like. They are one of my favorite spring/summer shoes because they are so comfortable and can be worn with just about anything. Plus they give you a

Holy Friday hot cross bun tradition and vintage recipe

Vintage Recipe Thursday is meant to preserve your own original vintage family recipes, or out-of-print, copyright-free recipes from old cookbooks, magazines, newspapers, and postcards. You're invited! Get the details by clicking to the Vintage Recipe Thursday Homepage. I post recipes from the Household Searchlight Recipe Book, first published in 1931. My 16th printing is from 1943. What will you