This is probably one of the first dishes I learned as a child. I still remember watching my nanny make this. Then one day I pleaded to try and help make it to surprise my parents when they came home for dinner. My nanny agreed and proceeded to teach me a dish that would be […]
This week’s photo challenge is perfect because “Home” to me really revolves around eating and being with family and friends. Every week my mom loves to throw a dinner party. We share good food and good company. There is always a delicious aroma wafting out from our kitchen and our dining room is filled with […]
For many of you who have been following The Epicurious Life know my love for afternoon high teas. Growing up in Hong Kong exposed me to a lot of British traditions and having a nice, leisurely afternoon tea party with a small gathering of friends or family is a great way to pass a few […]
I am not the kind of girl who makes friends easily. Most people would find that baffling coming from me because I seem so sociable and friendly on the surface. But being friendly and actually cultivating a strong and true friendship are completely different things. Recently, my friend Michelle and her husband, Sang, moved back […]
Gourmet ingredients like Brie, truffle oil, leeks and cream make this soup a special-occasion indulgence. Ingredients: 2 tbsp plus 1/4 lb. butter 2 finely diced leeks (whites only) 2 finely diced shallots 1 bay leaf 1 branch thyme 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup white wine 4 cups chicken stock; heated 1-1/2 cups 32% […]
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