Mindful Tip of the Week — With UWS Nutritionist Nicole Glassman

February 15, 2010

There will now be a new feature on Creative Delites called, “Mindful Tip of the Week”. Nutritionist Nicole Glassman will offer advice on how to improve your mind and body.  Whether it’s simply increasing your greens or learning how to breathe deeply, these tips will help you start the week off right. Read more about Nicole [...]

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Sweetheart Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

February 12, 2010

Whether you are looking for a light accompaniment to a special V-Day brunch or a simple sweet to round off a romantic dinner, this recipe is perfect for the occasion. Creamy yogurt and frozen strawberries give the smoothie a shake-like texture. Dark chocolate shavings turn it into a decadent dessert. Treat your sweetheart (and yourself) [...]

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For the Perfect Valentine’s Day Sweet…

February 12, 2010

Stay tuned for a Sweetheart Strawberry Smoothie Recipe…

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Upcoming Amuse Bouche Events on the UWS

February 11, 2010

Lonely Hearts Pub Valentine’s Tasting
Place: Gus & Gabriel, 222 W. 79th Street
Date: February 14, 2010
Call for more info: 212.362.7470
EVENT: Four-course tasting menu for $34.95 from Chef Michael Psilakis. For an additional $14.95, you can add beer pairings. 
Telepan Valentine’s Day Menu
Place: Telepan Restaurant
Date: February 14, 2010
EVENT: V-Day Menu
Times:
From 11:00am to 3:00pm – a $35 two course [...]

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A New Use For Overripe Bananas — Beyond Delicious Birthday Cake

February 8, 2010

Inspired by a tip from Slashfood, Don’t Toss Overripe Bananas, I created a beautiful birthday cake out of these brown, mushy bananas. The common ingredients in homemade banana cake are shortening, sugar, flour, eggs, milk, and bananas. But, with no time to start from scratch before the birthday festivities, I decided to use what I [...]

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The Super Bowl Dip Recipe Challenge Winner Is…

February 7, 2010

QUARTERBACK SNAP GARBANZO-FIRE ROASTED PEPPER DIP
RECIPE WINNER: $25 DOLLAR GIFT CARD FROM WHOLE FOODS MARKET, UWS
Recipe Challenge Home
This recipe was submitted by Suzan Tugberk. Here’s what Susan had to say about her game-day snack: “This easy dip is ready in a snap! It is filled with healthy ingredients for a tasty and quick satisfying dip [...]

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Creamy Mango Lassi Recipe

February 4, 2010

Mango lassis, Indian yogurt smoothies, are typically made with mangoes, milk, yogurt, sugar, and cardamom pods. As with saffron, another traditional ingredient in lassies, cardamom pods are expensive ($15 dollars). Thanks to Home Cooking’s customized lesson on Indian cuisine, I have the skills to create my own version of this refreshing drink, with a [...]

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House Call: Indian Cooking Class & Recipes

February 1, 2010

Pots, pans, knives– you name it, if it belongs in a wedding registry, David and I have it. This past weekend we got to try out all of our new appliances with a terrific gift from my siblings– a private, 2-hour cooking class with Home Cooking New York.  David and I decided on an Indian [...]

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Saag with Mushrooms Recipe

February 1, 2010

Saag with Mushrooms Recipe
Serves 6
Courtesy of Home Cooking New York
INGREDIENTS:
2 pounds fresh spinach, coarsely chopped or 2 10-ounce packages frozen, thawed, and squeezed dry
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon black cumin seeds
1 large garlic clove, finely minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
1 small onion, finely chopped
3/4 pound cremini mushrooms, cut into quarters
2 tablespoons ground [...]

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Flagrant Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe

February 1, 2010

Flagrant Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe
Courtesy of Home Cooking New York
Serves 6
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups basmati rice
2 tablespoons ghee or oil
1 teaspoon black cumin seeds
1 large yellow onion, very finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
DIRECTIONS:
1. Soak the basmati rice in a large bowl of cold water. Swish gently with your hands [...]

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