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Olive Oil Cake with Saffron Frosting
A sweet and subtle approach to saffron
A sweet and savory treat of olive oil layered sponge cake with saffron cream cheese frosting that is anything but the usual and everything you were not expecting.
Baked Brie with Vanilla Bean Berry Compote, Pecans, & Gold Leaf
Gold leaf sheets are often used as an adornment for pastries and sweet treats. We rarely see the edible metal embellishing more savory delights, though. In this post, we decorate the party favorite of baked brie with gold using loose leaf sheets.
Persian Saffron Paella with Dried Chorizo, Mussels, & Smoked Turkey
Paella is a classic Spanish comfort food. This one slightly strays from the traditional variety, using pre-cooked or quick-cooked proteins. Persian saffron paella utilizes smoked turkey, dried chorizo, and fresh mussels for a quick and easy dish that feeds a crowd! Plus, it's the perfect use for Thanksgiving leftovers!
Everything You Need To Know About Edible Silver Foil
Edible Silver Foil, or Vark, is a culinary embellishment used to adorn both sweet and savory dishes. In the past, it was primarily used in South-Asian cuisine but has recently garnered attention in fusion foods globally. If you are an edible silver foil novice, though, there may be some serious hesitation—questions that need to be answered before taking a metallic leap of faith in your gastronomic escapades. I’ll do my best to answer those questions here!
What is Edible Gold?
Gold is one of the most expensive and highly desired metals on the periodic table of elements. It’s also quite delicate and the most malleable metal in known existence. But should it be used for culinary purposes? This post mines the science, safety, and purpose of edible gold and provides 10 ideas on how it can be used.
Spring Risotto with Morel Mushrooms and Wild Asparagus
Morel Mushrooms are so versatile, adding a somewhat rustic earthiness yet still contributing a distinguished element to any dish they are used to enhance. In this comforting treatment, we've combined rehydrated morels (using their broth to cook the rice), wild asparagus, and a nutty, aged asiago.