Dessert | - Part 11

Gloria Ferrer & the Poached Pear

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017March 9, 20161 Comment

There are a few foodie milestones that come with growing into a proper adult – eating your first mouthful of caviar without gagging, knowing the difference between chocolate truffles and actual truffles, and learning to pair a good wine with a yummy dessert. Well, I can’t help you with the caviar reflex (not something I’ve mastered yet, myself), but I certainly can help you with the dessert-wine pairing. I recently teamed up with Gloria Ferrer to create a sweet spring recipe to go along with their Pinot Noir. But before we jump to the recipe, it’s a good rule of …

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Spring Fruit Galette with Bob’s Red Mill

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017March 6, 2016

There is one tradition that is a must in my household come Easter and its name, my friends, is baking. From sweet hotcakes to a rustic bundt, it’s a requirement for the holiday. Not only is it wonderful to get spoiled with a bit of sugary decadence, it’s a wonderful bonding activity that has been passed down from generation to generation in my family. My mom learned the art from her grandmother and made it an integral part of Easter celebrations during my childhood. Plus I always got to lick the bowl… obviously, the best memories I have as a …

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The Starbucks Cozy Collection

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017February 22, 2016

Let’s set the scene: It’s blistering cold outside. Snowflakes fall as the wind rustles through the trees. Even though it’s mid-day, the sky is shaded by a thick layer of frost-filled clouds. On a day like this, can you think of anything better than cozying up with a blanket, cookies, and a delicious cup of hot cocoa?! I thought not! The afternoon that I received Starbucks® Cozy Collection in the mail was just that sort of bone-chilling winters day. And it couldn’t have been more timely… I squealed with delight upon opening the box, because clearly my day was about …

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Sara Lee & The Cranberry Cheesecake Shake

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017December 10, 2015

If you’re anything like me, then you take pride in throwing an amazing party. But as joyous as the holiday season can be, it is often paired with a smidgen of stress. From surviving the mall crowds to hours of wrapping gifts, it’s not all fun and games. So how do you avoid being overwhelmed and transform the holiday from good to great? My secret? Creative shortcuts! That’s right, I like to cut corners and cheat a bit when it comes to hosting. Today with the help of Walmart and Sara Lee, we’re going to offer you one inventive …

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Big Apple Cheesecake

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017September 8, 2015

Are you the type of person that associates food with wonderful memories? You know, how every time you bite into a creamsicle you’re transported to the childhood summer you learned to swim? Well, today I’m teaming up with Stella cheeses to bring you a yummy recipe that conjures up a night out, enjoying dinner and a show. Living in Manhattan, some of my favorite memories are the nights when I catch a Broadway show with my sweetie and we indulge in a good ol’ New York dessert afterwards. So to commemorate this happy occasion, I’ve created “The Big Apple” recipe – a Stella Fontinella and Ricotta …

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Bella + Chef Jason Roberts

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on April 24, 2018September 4, 2015

Autumn is right around the corner and with it comes a season of new and improved products. Fashion houses aren’t the only ones holding Fall previews, appliance companies are as well… and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Personally, I prefer the sexiness of a streamlined toaster over the sultry strut of a supermodel any day! That’s why we jumped at the opportunity to visit Bella Housewares’ headquarters in New York last week to see their new line of appliances and attend a cooking demo with celebrity chef Jason Roberts. Upon entering the Bella headquarters, we were treated to cocktails and the …

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Dinner with Giada & Frangelico

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017August 18, 20152 Comments

There are magical milestones in a person’s life… falling in love, eating a croissant in Paris, having a baby, binging wantonly during the holiday season and not gaining weight. You know, the basics every self-respecting dreamer fantasizes about. Well, I just had one of these moment. As if the spatula gods looked down on me with favor, I received an invitation to an exclusive dinner party hosted by Frangelico and Giada De Laurentiis. How did I receive such an invitation, you ask? Why do unicorns poop rainbows? I have no clue! But like all of life’s mysterious moments, you don’t question …

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Gevalia + Rosewater Whipped Cream

by Sam Temsah-Deniskinupdated on October 3, 2017July 24, 2015

Do you remember the sheer exhilaration that pulsed through your veins the first time your crush acknowledged your existence? You know, that moment that he actually made eye-contact with you, gave you a half-smile, and sent your heart into cardiac arrest? Well, I just had one of those moments… with Gevalia Coffee. For the past decade, I have been a Gevalia-phile. From saving up to purchase the company’s coffee maker for my first apartment to forgoing shopping excursions with girlfriends so I could afford my monthly coffee subscription… I’ve been a bit obsessed. So, you can imagine the heart-pounding elation when …