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Au Revoir Cupcake, Bonjour Macaron!

Posted in Good Eats by EvonneL
Dec 14 2009
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Macaron

Move over cupcake, there’s a new treat in town! Maybe it was the bright colors that first caught my eye, or maybe it was the intriguing presentation of a bite sized cookie sandwich. Whatever is was, I’m glad these delicious French pastries came into my life.

Traditionally defined as a French confection made from two small almond or meringue cookies sandwiched together with jam or ganache, macarons have modernized into daring, brighter colors and exotic fillings such as lychee and green tea. One argument still exists, are these macaroons or macarons? Pierre Herme advertises them as macarons, Websters New World Dictionry of Culinary Arts has two definitions for macaroons, one the chewy cookie, the other is the sandwich version. What I love most about these complex cookies, is the multitude of textures you get with every bite. The outer portion is a delicate and flaky shell which shatters upon contact, followed by the inner layer of chewy cookie, then a creamy center filling which is typically ganache, buttercream or jam.

Enjoy them at the ‘Kitchen Buffet Bistro’ at the Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort, or take them home from Duchess Bake Shop.

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Edmonton’s Best Cornbread

Posted in Good Eats by EvonneL
Dec 01 2009
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Maple-Glazed Cornbread at Blue Plate Diner. The texture is amazing, being both dense but crumbly, making it fun to pick at the stray pieces. The flavor is even better. One side is coated with a sticky maple glaze, spread on some butter and you have a medley of sweet and salty . What else can I say about this delicious treat… it’s comfort food at its humblest. Served with a bowl of fresh fruit at brunch, or available on the side anytime.

Blue Plate Diner
10145 104 Street
780-429-0740

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Edmonton’s Best Nachos

Posted in Good Eats by EvonneL
Dec 01 2009
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Lobster nachos at Delux Burger bar. There are actually chunks of visible lobster hidden amongst the blend of three cheeses and other tasty toppings. The chips are seasoned and delicious by itself, but of course when loaded with cheese, onions, peppers, tomatoes and lobster, create an unstoppable combination. Dips include a tangy lemon-dill sour cream and tomato salsa, although I personally like them as is. If you’re out for quantity versus quality, these nachos are not for you… in that case I would recommend Original Joe’s (the small order is large enough to be an entree!). Not that OJ’s nachos are of poor quality, but if you’re in the mood for something unique with an upscale twist, these lobster nacho’s will do the trick!

Delux Burger Bar
9682 142 Street
Edmonton, Alberta
780-420-0101

 

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