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The money of honey and pepper. The origins are unclear, as all good history with food seems to be. And with good foods, often the simplest stories are the best. In medieval times, there was a cake called Panpepato, named thus because of the abundance of fresh black pepper and spices along with cocoa in its dough. As history is told, The Abbey in Siena required a tax of Panpepato to be paid by the people and the 1000 or so farms that it ruled over. The history also tells of Sister Berta of the Abbey who worried about the health of her people and so she made a cake – Panforte – which included candied fruit of orange and melon to boost their energy. As time dwindled on change came to the cake. Spice sellers, the medicine men of the time, made the Panpepato. So in addition to the candied fruits of citrus and nuts of almonds and walnuts, they added spices to be a curative food. The cakes traveled well and went beyond the borders of Siena. Then in 1879, Queen Margherita of Savoy came to visit Siena and a spice seller created panforte without melon and added a layer of vanilla sugar on top in place of the black pepper. The people called it Panforte Margherita. This was a more passive version than the cocoa and pepper style and is softer, sweeter with a finish of goodness. There is something about eating panforte that is familiar, like an old friend who you have known your whole life. It is not a surprise and instead a joyous comfort. You only need a little to be happy and satisfied and it lasts naturally for a long time. It is one of the holiday treats I look forward to every year with great joy! Panforte - click here! |
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 Honey, It's cold outside!If you like honey, this is for you. If you like tasmanian honey, this is definitely for you. If your throat itches, this is for you. If it's cold outside, this is for you. If it's the winter where you are, this is for you. Baby, it's cold outside! I really can't say - Honey it's cold outside I've got a cold that won't go away - Honey it's cold outside This evening has been - Been hoping that you'd drop in Say, what's in this candy - No fat to be had in here I wish I knew how - Your drops are like sugar I really can't say - Honey don't hold out The special honey taste starts slowly, revealing itself as you roll the candy around in your mouth. It is pleasantly refreshing - not some aggressive menthol taste attacking your senses. Nor is it some super sweet thing that you bite into with the hope that it will get better. These honey drops are, in fact, nicely placed between good for you and a treat. The honey, if you are not familiar, is revered by many around the world. It has a distinct taste that can only come from latitude 47. And, even the biggest honey doubter will enjoy these simple, pop-in-your-mouth, make-you-feel-good candies! Shop now for Sweet Honey. |
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 One Amazing Gift!Within foods there are amazing things you can eat. A 100 year old bottle of wine could be amazing or a dud. White truffles must be eaten within hours to really appreciate the nuances. Very few food items keep getting better and better as they age and have as much “wow” factor like this does. This 100 year old Balsamic Vinegar from La Vecchia Dispensa of Modena is one of the most amazing taste sensations you may ever have. You share this exquisite elixir a drop at a time with only your very closest friends! Enclosed in one of the most beautiful bottles in a custom wooden box, this is perhaps the ultimate gift to the balsamic lover in your life! Extremely limited supply worldwide. Read about the company here Shop now for La Vecchia Dispensa 100 year! |
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Chocolate Covered CherriesThe harmony between the aromatic notes of chocolate and the flavor of Kirsch is at the heart of the explosion of flavor as you pop one of these beauties! Cherries and chocolate! One taste and you will be a believer! Stop in and try one today! Click here and shop now for Cherries and Chocolate! |
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Stollen for Christmas
I can't wait 'til we can order this up and start sharing in the store! Sample a little, everyone loves it! My basic rule, all day long is, share a little, have a little! A traditional loaf-shaped German sweet bread made with candied orange peels, golden raisins, rum and marzipan and covered with powdered sugar or icing. Originating from Dresden, Germany, stollen is usually eaten during the Christmas season when called Christstollen. Click to order your Stollen for Christmas! Holiday Store Hours Monday thru Saturday 10AM to 6PM. Sunday Noon to 4PM Come Visit! Sample just about everything! ChefShop.com 1425 Elliott Ave W Seattle, Wa 98119 206-286-9988 Did you know that we have TWO parking lots? The big one is much easier to park in. Click here to see the map. Come taste, it's worth the trip! |
| This Weeks Recipes |
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Chocolate Almond Mousse Cake Recipe Jesse just spent two days in our home kitchen perfecting this recipe. Not only was it fun to watch Jesse do his work, but we learned a lot as we went along. Not for the faint of heart this is one fabulous recipe! Stirred Rice Pudding with Balsamic Recipe This recipe was adapted from Cooking For Comfort by Marian Burros (Simon & Schuster, 2003). This pudding does not have any added fruit -- such as raisins. Is it stirred, not baked - so it becomes very, very creamy. Adding Apple Balsamic gives it that slightly sweet, slightly acidic, something different kind of taste. Enjoy! Curried Chicken and Veggies Recipe Adapted from Food and Wine Magazine (November, 2010). With the chicken, this dish makes a wonderful entree. Without the chicken, it makes a wonderful side to roasted chicken or turkey. |
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Medieval Love, Baby It's Cold Outside Exclusive Panettone, Mitchum Mint Cremes, Uncle Joe's Mint Balls New Sweets for Christmas Treats |
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