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Caviar and Blini Board: How to Serve Caviar
Want to learn how to serve caviar? Elegant Caviar and Blini Boards are the simplest way to serve caviar, perfect for elevating your next gathering! Get tips for where to buy, eat, and serve caviar, made easy with store-bought items!
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Eataly Silicon Valley Brings a Taste of Italy to the Bay Area, with Alex Saper and Cristina Flores
In Episode 43 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Alex Saper and Cristina Flores of Eataly about what opening Eataly Silicon Valley, what makes it so unique, the secret behind perfect pasta, and more!
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Family Farming and Hand-picked Blueberries — with Kimberly Sorensen of Triple Delight Blueberries
In Episode 42 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Kimberly Sorensen of Triple Delight Blueberries about what makes their blueberries so special, their love for farmer’s markets, how she considers farming a family affair, and more!
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Certified Angus Beef® Steak Recipe with Garlic Herb Compound Butter
Nothing beats a simple Angus Beef Steak recipe when it’s perfectly seared and finished with a flavorful Garlic Herb Compound Butter! Learn my tips for getting a perfectly cooked Certified Angus Beef® Steak.
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of June 3, 2022: blueberries, unexpected wedding gifts, sleepers, and more!
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Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats
Blueberry Muffin Overnight Oats are like eating blueberry muffins by the spoonful! This meal prep friendly blueberry oatmeal recipe is a healthy breakfast for busy mornings!
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The Two Spoons Cookbook with Hannah Sunderani
In Episode 41 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Hannah Sunderani about what led her to plant-based and vegan eating, enjoying a plant-based life in France, bringing the food culture of France back to Canada, the inspiration behind her new cookbook, The Two Spoons Cookbook, and more!
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How to Make a Simple Dessert Charcuterie Board
Simple Dessert Boards are perfect for easy entertaining! Get tips for the best dessert board with fruit & sweet treats, made easy with store-bought items!
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of May 22, 2022: grilling season, grocery shopping, meaningful homes, and more!
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Simple Recipes for Memorial Day and a Season of Grilling
This list of Simple Memorial Day Food Recipes is full of plenty of fresh ideas for warm weather and backyard barbeques. Delicious recipes include Fireworks Pasta Salad, Berry Crisp Parfaits, Buffalo Ranch Potato Salad, and even a quick tutorial on how to microwave corn on the cob (so easy!).
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All Things Artichokes with Ocean Mist Farms CEO & President, Chris Drew
In Episode 40 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Chris Drew, the CEO and President of Ocean Mist Farms, on location in Castroville, California, which is now known as the Artichoke Capital of the World. In this episode, they chat about all things artichokes, including Ocean Mist’s farming history, the artichoke varieties they grow, Chris’ favorite way to enjoy artichokes, and more!
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Cooking Traditional Korean Cuisine With Local Ingredients — With Chef Ji Hye Kim of Miss Kim
In Episode 39 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to Chef Ji Hye Kim. Chef Ji Hye has had the honor of being recognized as a Food & Wine Best New Chef in 2021 and a James Beard Semifinalist 2020 in 2022. In this episode, Ji Hye talks about her journey as a chef, the inspiration behind her restaurant, Miss Kim, and how she cooks traditional Korean cuisine with local Michigan ingredients.
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Five Little Things
Five Little Things I loved the week of May 15, 2022: fresh air, accidental friends, pink shirts, and more!
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Artichoke Salad with Fried Mozzarella
Artichoke Salad with Fried Mozzarella checks off all the boxes: fresh greens, a simple vinaigrette, flavorful artichokes, and crispy fried mozzarella. Perfect for a hearty lunch, a summer cookout, a dinner party, and beyond!
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Nom Nom Paleo: Let’s Go! with Michelle Tam
In Episode 38 of the Kitchen Confidante Podcast, Liren talks to New York Times best-selling author Michelle Tam about her path with husband and coauthor Henry Fong to paleo living, working together as a team, and what makes their newest book, Nom Nom Paleo: Let’s Go! #VeryAsian.
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