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Forum: EDF 11-23-2007, 07:13 PM
Replies: 30
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Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

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apertifs: cucumber roll, piece of toast with mushroom mousse, thinbread-roll with chevre and honey.


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This sounds great. especially the thinbread roll with chevre and...
Forum: EDF 11-23-2007, 07:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

Scallops with Roasted Grapes and Toasted Almonds

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2312/2044491564_940aab605e.jpg

I recently went to Degustation in NYC and had a really good scallop appetizer of...
Forum: EDF 11-06-2007, 08:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

Pekin Duck Breast with Chinese Spices and Mushrooms

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2057/1879145933_177b15b946.jpg

On saturday morning right before I went to the greenmarket, I opened nymag.com...
Forum: EDF 11-06-2007, 08:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

My wok skills are pretty bad. I would love to be good at making stir frys though... so quick and tasty. I can never quite get the timing right. Next time I will cut the veggies thinner so I can just...
Forum: EDF 11-05-2007, 07:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 500
Posted By BK_
Re: NYC Dining Dilemma

I've eaten out alot in NYC in the last couple of years and 3 of my favorites are the moment are Degustation, Casa Mono, and 'Inoteca. All are small plates / small place restaurants. Degustation just...
Forum: EDF 11-04-2007, 11:25 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

Congrats Sam, and thanks all. I was torn between Sam and Sapo for my best overall contribution vote, but ended up giving it to Sam.
Forum: EDF 11-04-2007, 10:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 415
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Cranberry Challenge

Awesome. I love the picture right after you sear the pork. So good. Looks like we have the same knife too.
Forum: EDF 11-01-2007, 04:17 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

If anyone is still craving pumpkin, here is a nice recipe and writeup for pumpkin butter:
http://smittenkitchen.com/2007/10/pumpkin-butter-and-pepita-granola/

and pumpkin bread pudding:...
Forum: EDF 11-01-2007, 01:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,174
Posted By BK_
Re: Cookbook Review Thread

Can anyone recommend a good Spanish cookbook?
Forum: EDF 11-01-2007, 01:06 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,174
Posted By BK_
Re: Cookbook Review Thread

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Anyone have the French Culinary Institute book "The Fundamental Techniques of Classic Cuisine?" I've got it sitting in my amazon cart and at nearly $50 I'm hesitating to pull the trigger. ...
Forum: EDF 11-01-2007, 01:03 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 3,434
Posted By BK_
Re: High-end Dining: Expectations and Reviews

Thanks for the review MCS. I have been meaning to go here since it opened, and after this review I will hopefully make it happen soon.
Forum: EDF 10-31-2007, 10:53 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

All look good greenbird. Care to throw in some recipes or descriptions?
Forum: EDF 10-30-2007, 04:12 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 2,918
Posted By BK_
Re: The Rule of Thirds?

Vin those pictures are awesome. I've been in situations like the top and bottom pictures, but havn't been able to get htem to come out like that. Did you shoot those in RAW?
Forum: EDF 10-30-2007, 11:02 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

My lighting is kinda dim and somewhat yellow. All of my lights have glass covers that mute the brightness a bit. The tripod keeps it from coming out too dark though.
Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 10:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

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what'd you eat with teh lamb chops? there had to be more, right?

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Yea. We had the croquettes and greens from the Pumpkin challenge thread. Wouldn't have been nearly...
Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 07:33 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

Ron - Thats a nice looking skillet you have there. What kind is it? The desert looks tasty.
Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 06:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

Honey Herb Crusted Lamb Loin Chips with Cipolline Onions

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2315/1798650959_51a078b810.jpg

I was drawn to this recipe because of its recommended methodology. Usually...
Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 06:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

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hopefully i'll get involved in this EDF cooking thread... I am an avid chef, and my parents owned a restaurant, yet I am so lazy about furthering myself culinary-wise.

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Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 06:04 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

Thanks. I should be asking you the same question though - yours came out really nicely this month.

But to answer your question, I use a canon rebel dslr with a tripod and reset the custom white...
Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 12:21 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

Pumpkin - Goat Cheese Croquettes with Maple Marscapone over Micro Greens and a Pumpkin Vinaigrette

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2247/1799490154_3c60687561.jpg

I loved everything about this...
Forum: EDF 10-29-2007, 11:35 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

Never would have thought of making gelee. Is it served cold or warm? The greens seem crucial to this dish.
Forum: EDF 10-26-2007, 05:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF #5

Roasted Romanesco Cauliflower with Shrimp in Mustard Cream Sauce

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2167/1764640339_a08c4a3269.jpg

All in all, this was a pretty simple dish. I mostly based it off...
Forum: EDF 10-26-2007, 05:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 203
Posted By BK_
What\'s Cooking EDF #5

At over 200 posts, What's Cooking EDF #4 was becoming a bit unwieldy I think. Let's use this one going forward. New (and old) posters are encouraged to contribute recipes and pictures, ask questions,...
Forum: EDF 10-25-2007, 08:05 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 1,156
Posted By BK_
Re: What\'s Cooking EDF? #4

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If you don't mind, what kinds of things are you learning?

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Pepin says at one point "When cooking vegetables, each type should be cooked separately to retain its integrity...
Forum: EDF 10-25-2007, 07:22 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 796
Posted By BK_
Re: EDF Cooking Contest--Pumpkin Challenge

I really like the idea of doing another ingredient based challenge. It forces everyone to use seasonal ingredients in new and interesting ways.

I think cranberries are a good idea. (Are they too...
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