Tag Archives: bakery

Avid Baker’s Challenge- Cherry Chocolate Pecan Bread

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Arlene Coco

I am part of an on-line baking challenge and every month we all pick the same recipe to feature on our food blogs. This is a terrific experience to see how everyone perceives the same recipes. I have learned so … Continue reading →

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Early Spring Bread Mania and the Twin Ports Bread Club

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Arlene Coco

Lately, I have been working more on my breaducation. Since 2005 I have been baking bread consistently for my husband’s daily bread. That was also the year I had a wood burning oven built on the patio. I made olive … Continue reading →

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Culinary Adventure- Tartine Bakery in San Francisco

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Arlene Coco

Tartine Bakery is considered one of the best bakeries on the west coast. Truly an American business success story, it was worth the trip. Located in the eclectic Mission District of San Francisco, the only way you know it’s the … Continue reading →

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Easy Peasy Blueberry Pie

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Arlene Coco

Over the holiday break I had the opportunity to have a cooking lesson from a young chef named Ryan. He shared his recipe for a easy-as-pie blueberry pie. Take advantage of blueberries that are available fresh in the grocery store … Continue reading →

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In Honor of the Royal Wedding- Celebrate with Afternoon Tea, not just for commonwealth

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Arlene Coco

Afternoon Tea is a perfect opportunity to celebrate the Royal Wedding. The ritual of taking tea is relaxing and often overlooked as a entertaining option. Today, it’s easy to pick up what you need for a quick relaxing respite. All … Continue reading →

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Famous Irish Soda Bread , from the fresh Island

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Arlene Coco

When I travel on my stomach, I judge a country’s culinary aptitude on its ability to produce good bread and butter. Consistently Ireland provided me with gratifying examples of both. Irish Soda bread was served daily at every pub, guest … Continue reading →

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WDIO Films Food- How Sweet it is- Valentine Cherry Pie

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Arlene Coco

I hear 2011 is the year of the Pie. Move over red velvet cupcake, there’s a new kid in town  and the trendsetters report the humble pie is planning to rise like a Phoenix from the ashes. It seems once … Continue reading →

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WDIO Film Shoot- Spiked Mousse from Clyde Iron

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Arlene Coco

A while back, we filmed at Clyde Iron Works Restaurant with Chef Rob Giuliani and morning meteorologist Ben Dery. He prepared on camera a fantastic chocolate mousse stuffed in a crispy cannoli shell then dipped the ends in chocolate. YUM! … Continue reading →

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Edible Treasure: Australian Meat Pie Worth the Trip

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Arlene Coco

When the weather turns frigid in the Midwest, It’s my favorite time to think about Australia and the dishes I always eat on my travels there. So the next few posts will be sprinkled with food adventures from down under … Continue reading →

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