Tag Archives: chocolate

Spiced Chocolate Christmas Cookies – and Chinese Knock Off Madonna

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Kate

When I was a 12 years and 51 weeks old, my Dad ran a conference in Australia, and took the family with him for a holiday, via Hong Kong. Being almost 13, I took this entirely in my stride. Doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Oozing Pus Chocolate Cupcakes and the Terrible Tale of the Chocolate Truffle Poisoner

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Kate

As part of his job, twice a year my husband has to get up earlier than usual, head out to a lecture hall and listen to a talk about being a responsible researcher.

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Nutella Birthday Cheesecake and Surprise Doves – a cautionary tale

Posted on October 12, 2012 by jproberts00

“It seemed like it would be a top romantic gesture at the time,” explained the man I sat next to at an especially lovely dinner party in Soho the other week.

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Chocolate Cupcakes with Brown Butter Frosting – also, Hipsters – talents thereof.

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Kate

There are many things that hipsters are really good at: wearing glasses in an ironic way, finding great deals on artisanal cheese or vintage Nike Air trainers, understanding the importance of micro brewing, restoring 80s video games, taking poetry slams … Continue reading →

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The Monday Treat – Double chocolate chip brownies for Labor Day, and the end of white

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Kate

In the movie Serial Mom, staring Kathleen Turner as a suburban killer, she notices a woman committing the social faux pas of wearing white shoes after Labor Day. Now, this is a bit of a spoiler alert, not a very dramatic … Continue reading →

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The Monday Treat – s’mores bars to inspire happiness even in indoorsy types

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Kate

I was a reluctant camper as a child. Bugs, rain, sleeping on the ground – not really my scene. On my return from my first guide camp I sat on the bathroom floor sobbing as ants marched out of my … Continue reading →

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The Monday Treat – How to make chocolate swirls while considering philosophy

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Kate

If you do something that can be vaguely classified as creative – in my case, writing – for a living, sometimes it’s good to put aside all practical concerns and embrace the idea that creating can be an end unto … Continue reading →

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The Monday Treat – Chocolate and Salted Caramel phyllo pie. For Real.

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Kate

My friends Jenn and Alan have invited us to a pie tasting party. And though I’d like to start a rumor that pie tasting is the new wine tasting in NYC, that’s not the case. They’re bravely pursuing the dream … Continue reading →

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This Dinner Will Get You Laid – Chocolate Souffle (or you could just buy her a diamond solitaire)

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Kate

The other Sunday I shopped for a diamond solitaire. Platinum, Tiffany-style band, at least a carat, perfect clarity and color. I looked into the heart of the stone through a tiny magnifying glass and saw it sparkling back up at … Continue reading →

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The Wednesday Tipple – Chocolate Cranberry No Bake Cake and Vin Santo

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Kate

Excitement in the Physics department. Christine has acquired an automatic stapler. Put the papers near it and it staples. Hands free. “It’s literally the Most Amazing Thing I Ever Saw,” said Jon, a man who spent the last couple of weeks … Continue reading →

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