Tips, tricks, and a brief history of giving – one of the earliest human endeavorsEver wonder where the tradition of gift-giving originated? Many might suspect that it dates back to the first Christmas when the three wise men brought gifts of Frankincense, Gold, and Myrrh as presents for baby Jesus in the manger. In reality, the practice of gifting dates back even further to the earliest days of mankind – before civilization! Apparently, our earliest ancestors hunted, gathered, and gave each other gifts.Scientific evidence shows that cavemen frequently gave gifts to others in their prehistoric society, known as clans. Granted, they...
According to Wikipedia,Ferrero Rocher was introduced in 1982 in Europe. Michele Ferrero, the credited inventor, named the chocolate after a grotto in the Roman Catholic shrine of Lourdes. Rocher comes from the French and means rock or boulder. So why not honor him by making some Ferrero Rocher cookies?Fans of Ferrero Rocher would argue that they most certainly do not taste like a rock! And the hazelnut only creates the special flavor in this cookie but keeps them moist and a bit chewy. This recipe came to us by our team member Carrie Coleman. She baked them up at the store...
Cold pressing and 100% pure ingredients are the key factors to reap the cardiovascular benefits of extra virgin olive oil.By now, you may have heard about the numerous benefits of consuming olive oil on a daily basis. From moisturizing and protecting skin and hair to better mental performance, and a strengthened immune system. Nutritionists consider olive oil a miracle food. Not all EVOO is created equal!Believe it or not, olive oil is among the world’s foods with the longest history. Olive trees are native to Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean. Virtually mirroring the path of humankind and the...
Somehow here in the good ol’ USA, the Greek salad has morphed into a bowl of Romaine Lettuce with poor quality feta and if your lucky a few tomatoes and over-salted black olives. In Greece, there is no Romaine served with their Greek Salad (thank God!). Below is a truly authentic Greek Salad. Make it once and you’ll never go back to the USA pizza house variety Greek salad! Matt & I got this recipe a few years ago while in Greece from passionate Greek restaurant owner and chef on Santorini. Be sure to use the best and freshest ingredients...
Click here for the video recipe!This is a salad that goes great with just about any Summertime meal. It can be made as a side or as entrée by using the additions listed below. The only drawback – this is a dish meant to be enjoyed shortly after it is made. Make only enough to eat at one sitting. Once it sits for too long, the bread breaks apart and becomes mush. If this happens, don’t fret… add the leftover salad to a frying pan and cook down to a nice sauce (you might need to add a little more...
What is Noodle Kugel?Noodle kugel is a traditional Jewish noodle dish that is commonly served on Shabbat and on holidays. Kugel can be served as aside dish, a casserole, or even as a dessert. It’s all about the flavors and consistency you put together with your Noodle Kugel. This Chocolate Noodle Kugel at first glance seems like a side dish because of the noodles, but with a dark chocolate, sweet taste, you will certainly want to add it as part of your dessert menu. Do You Eat Noodle Kugel Hot or Cold?This Chocolate Noodle Kugel can be served hot or...
