Posts by Shimmer

Please think of me tomorrow at 11 AM CST I have an interview at a tearoom, they've expanded and need another pastry chef (apparently, they think I'm qualified enough to be the #2, whatever you would call that). If you know me at...

Start with a hearty grain bread. Put swiss and cheddar cheese, with thinly sliced tomatoes and avocados. On the outside, brush melted herb butter and sprinkle with parmesan cheese before grilling. The ultimate grilled cheese...

I'd go to Marrakesh, Morocco. The market there is full of different foods and spices in huge piles, spices they dont' even sell here. I'd use my extra ticket for someone who traveled light with a big suitcase, to fill with spices on...

The day where the chefs and cooks start drinking mimosas at the beginning of the shift, and everyone is singing and dancing and loopy because most of the food is prepared in advance and doesn't need immediate attention. Tut the profit...

Although I cried when they took out tan (they were my favorites as a child), I voted for purple because it's the last color needed for what is found in nature- a rainbow. ~~Shimmer~~

The antibacterial soap I always had to use made my hands break out really badly. I bought a generic creamy Vaseline lotion (cream, not gel or jelly) and it did wonders. Just thought it might help your hands take a break! ~~Shimmer~~

When my best friend got married, I made scones (with white chocolate chunks, and butterscotch chips since they wouldn't stain) and grapes. All hand-held, but tasty! The men especially were ravenous after the groom side of the pictures...

Vegan Scones 1 lb margarine ( ½ lb) 8 oz tofu (xtra firm) (4 oz) 12 cups flour (6 cups) 6 tbsp baking powder (3 tbsp) 3 cups sugar (1 ½ cups) 1 tsp salt ( ½ tsp) 3 cups water (1 ½ cups) 1.Cut up margarine and tofu, put in...

At most public libraries, in one section within the cooking section will be section of books on entertaining. This is where I more frequently find references to garnishing, decorating, and culinary artistry. There is actually a book...

Heck, I'd take any excuse for Mexican food. If I can even find any good quality produce, I will be making mango drinks (smoothies or granitas, or something) and guacamole and salsa.... simple but delicious. I might have to stop...