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Tips & Techniques

A Pause Before Continuing

September 2, 2022

Italian Flag

I’ve had such a great time these last two years presenting my Father’s recipes, family recipes and many of my own dishes. I’m now “pausing” for a year to explore another dream of living, eating and cooking in Italy. During this time I plan to learn new and different techniques, hone my skills in all […]

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Low Stress Guide to Preparing an Elegant French Country Picnic

June 7, 2022

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It’s Picnic Time! Summer and warmer weather are quickly approaching. Once again, it’s time for picnics in parks, the woods or even your backyard.   Let Chef Marjorie walk you through everything you need to prepare a French Country picnic, from the shopping list and recipes, to what equipment you will need, and a 4-day timeline […]

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Four Easy Steps to Make a Fabulous Risotto

February 10, 2022

3 types of rice

“Born in water and dies in wine” Risotto has long been a staple in my home, both while growing up, and as an adult in my own home. My grandfather Carlo used to say as we were eating risotto, “Rice is born in water and dies in wine”. I always thought that was rather a […]

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How To Make A Roll (Jellyroll) Cake

December 16, 2021

Roll cakes are so versatile. You can turn just about any Sponge type cake recipe into a roll cake. Add different extracts to change the flavor, and there are unlimited fillings and toppings that you can use to create your own personal take on the Roll Cake. Here are the steps to take, along with […]

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Tips for Making Great Cakes

July 29, 2021

cake collage

You’ve made the same cake many times, yet you wonder why sometimes it’s great and at other times not so great. You have used the same ingredients, carefully measured, used the same cake pan, and baked in the same oven. Well, just maybe, what you didn’t take into account is “temperature”. Not the temperature of […]

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TWEAKING RECIPES TO MAKE THEM YOUR OWN- Or Joel and the Marjoel Cake

May 19, 2021

My good friend Joel was asked to bring dessert for a birthday dinner, and the birthday person said that Carrot Cake was his absolute favorite. So, Joel, who is extremely creative, took the Banana Layer Cake recipe from my website and created his own version. The basics of the recipe were kept, with an equal […]

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