tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:39:09 +0000http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (grace)Blogger196125blogspot/ylhJhttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-4260526613726834421Sat, 04 Jul 2009 00:10:00 +00002009-07-03T17:18:29.438-07:00CakesOccasion MenuDesserts<!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-1610611985 1107304683 0 0 159 0;} @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/Nmp1JIVcK94/mango-cheesecake_03.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)0http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2009/07/mango-cheesecake_03.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-7429886520893949789Fri, 14 Nov 2008 02:54:00 +00002009-06-02T04:13:57.890-07:00chocolatesBox of Chocolate with 32 pieces bite size seashell semi-sweet chocolates filled with almonds..Treat your loved one a chocolate bliss. These home made seashell chocolates are intricately made for your indulgence. One bite is not enough! How about 32 heavenly bites? It's at its best when chilled.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/QWr7sezndls/box-of-chocolate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)5http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/11/box-of-chocolate.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-1173546678035200682Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:07:00 +00002008-11-12T20:10:53.117-08:00kitchen tools/accessories/gadgetsBeen shopping something for my kitchen. I was looking for a multipurpose working table and found out this collection of enclume pot racks which look cheek and multi functional. I really need this one to have the things I need within my reach when I'm cooking or baking. This would perfectly fit in our outdoor kitchen in the barbeque area. All I need is to gather all my things and put them above http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/pDYnaAJ6KXU/kitchen-tools.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)0http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/11/kitchen-tools.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-7726794473345076275Thu, 30 Oct 2008 03:18:00 +00002008-10-29T20:38:08.376-07:00CakesBasket weaved designed cake for my friend's hubby who is coming home.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/xgikRez85mk/welcome-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)0http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/10/welcome-cake.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-4245363637320138950Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:47:00 +00002008-10-29T01:59:40.885-07:00CakesDessertsI guess this blog will get sweeter for the days to come. I'm really into cakes... I have mastered the cakes before but now that I have the time for decorations, I'm getting hooked in cake decorating.here's another birthday cake last week's orderhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/VZCf4BqP4QY/birthday-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)3http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/10/birthday-cake.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-3942363455953496043Thu, 23 Oct 2008 02:55:00 +00002008-10-22T20:07:00.835-07:00CakesbirthdayDessertsHere are samples of doll cakes I've made, inspired by my friend Joan who makes gorgeous cakes. I really enjoyed decorating this cake. In fact I have dressed the doll twice! It's a detailed work, it can not be rushed but when you order this ahead of time, I can make it for you too!http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/4O3RF0M4uhA/doll-cakes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)5http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/10/doll-cakes.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-5219630657905880183Sat, 11 Oct 2008 14:32:00 +00002008-10-11T08:06:13.905-07:00Pasta and NoodlesChickenI always see dark stir-fried noodles in food courts and fast food restaurants. It is often served in a sizzling plate with the noodles swimming in dark sticky sauce obviously loaded with cornstarch. It looks so good but I'm often disappointed with the blank taste of the sauce. the advantage of making it at home is you can modify it the way you like it. I just discovered the sauce to use, it http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/nKvH0dcg2zw/chilli-chicken-with-stir-fried-noodles.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)0http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/10/chilli-chicken-with-stir-fried-noodles.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-5053275864566415748Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:21:00 +00002008-09-22T17:57:54.110-07:00maincoursePorkmeatsThis one pot dish is heavenly delish.. Love the crispy crackling skin! Nope it wasn't me who made it, it was my dear hubby. This can not be done quickly as it will take two hours of roasting in the oven. But it was worth waiting and the house smelled like there was a big feast whilst it was just the two of us feasting on this for lunch with a bottle of red wine. Tell you what, it wasn't really http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/fgB-0oS_fy8/roasted-pork-belly-with-crispy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/09/roasted-pork-belly-with-crispy.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-2941877283477908255Tue, 16 Sep 2008 01:56:00 +00002008-09-15T19:02:36.439-07:00maincoursePorksteamedgrilledThis is my favorite easy-to-do recipe. I have tried it in one of the restaurants before but it was with white fish and figured out it would be nice to try it with pork, hence since I tried it at home, it became a regular on our dinner table.Here's how to do it.prepare the pork:Sear the pork in very hot pan until slightly brown, grill in the oven for 20 minutes just cook the pork completely. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/KQoAg_KV7dw/grilled-pork-with-caper-sauce.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/09/grilled-pork-with-caper-sauce.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-7109630018945585649Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:21:00 +00002008-08-29T00:26:22.276-07:00CakesDesserts The other day, I remembered the chiffon cake recipe I once knew by heart way back when I was in High School. It has been a while I haven’t made it and somehow my taste buds are itching for it then I came to realize that it is not in my journal. My sister used to make chiffon custard but I haven’t made it myself. Usually I ice the cake with royal icing for birthdays and other occasions which I http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/W6fW3pCb9Qk/chiffon-custard-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)11http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/08/chiffon-custard-cake.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-6696688037378535319Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:09:00 +00002008-08-21T01:19:59.400-07:00DinnerwareBakingDessertsThere’s no question about it, it is a lovely piece of art. I had got hold of it while having coffee in the hotel and was pleased with the presentation of a simple coffee. The coffee mug itself is a statement. They are modern and sleek mugs are so comfortable to hold with. If you are left-handed there is certainly a mug made just for you.Now, if you are a coffee addict like me, then its time to http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/7MNwsgojlwE/wake-up-and-smell-mug.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)5http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/08/wake-up-and-smell-mug.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-5793038608006714672Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:32:00 +00002008-08-24T19:05:28.340-07:00SeafoodsInternational DishesPasta and Noodles Curried Seafood Pasta Once in a while me and hubby crave for spicy and aromatic foods that reminds us of our days in India. Yes, we had lived there for 6 months. Before we had our apartment we lived in a hotel for a month with inclusive of dinner buffet. We were both not new to Indian food since we had also both lived in U.A.E. where Indian restaurants are just everywhere, but to some point, http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/WCj96xhgsgQ/curried-seafood-pasta.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)2http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/08/curried-seafood-pasta.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-4956681874938568058Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:17:00 +00002008-08-18T04:52:23.812-07:00CakesDessertsMini Cupcakes Warning! These mini cupcakes are addictive! This is my version of Paz’s Yellow Cupcakes. She had this lovely YELLOW CUPCAKES decorated with yellow roses which looked so great that I can’t resist from doing it. I didn’t have the right size of fluted paper cups, but I have a smaller one, slightly bigger than the paper cups I usually use with COCONUT MACAROONS, I think it is the http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/XN9eAifGKoA/mini-cupcakes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)3http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/08/mini-cupcakes.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-2900113875794299582Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:18:00 +00002008-07-07T21:43:09.711-07:00BEEFdimsumExperiments Beef Dumpling My dumpling fascination has come to a new level, I like freshly made dumpling wrapper or dumpling skin. It tastes so much better than the ready-made ones. I have the almost transparent dumpling skin recipe from a magazine, but it is not working!! The dough was way too gooey and there is no way I can knead it. Either the food writer is not the cook himself/herself or there mighthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/vXXj-jU2Jk4/beef-steamed-dumpling.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)6http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/07/beef-steamed-dumpling.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-727476214065499396Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:24:00 +00002008-07-07T05:56:51.729-07:00SeafoodsmaincourseFishSimple food is the best. Fresh fish grilled to perfection; juicy in the inside, that's how I like my fish to be. Tender and Juicy. I'm not a big fan of overcooked fish but my cousin is. He likes fish fried or grilled until almost crispy, I find it overcooked and dry and all the goodness had gone.This is really quick, simple and straight forward dish. Preheat the pan (don't put oil in it) http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/lVxLZSsc0YE/grilled-fish-with-garlic-fried-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)3http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/07/grilled-fish-with-garlic-fried-rice.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-2511133691229936369Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:40:00 +00002008-07-03T06:03:27.421-07:00CakesbirthdayBakingOccasion MenuDesserts This post is long way overdue. I made this for hubby’s birthday last week, along with the PORK TERRINE. But, I count on the saying "better late than never". I just don’t have the time to compose this post until now. Well, this cake may seem complicated when you look at the recipe but if you had been making cakes before, things become simpler. I love the flavor, its mild and creamy with thehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/W2ew2dBBWcA/chocolate-cappuccino-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/07/chocolate-cappuccino-cake.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-5639395672246813832Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:45:00 +00002008-07-03T06:50:48.779-07:00BakingDesserts What’s the difference between a pie and a tart? These two pastry dishes always confused me. I didn’t know until just recently that I have to be specific what to call my dish, tart or pie? For the benefit of those who are still confused until now, the difference between these two pastry dishes is that the other is covered with pastry or “pastry crust” and the other is uncovered. As http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/jyJLijyzNWo/apple-tart.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/07/apple-tart.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-5801830316412366870Wed, 02 Jul 2008 12:10:00 +00002008-07-02T05:18:09.877-07:00This is such a great read that I stumbled upon on the net and I can't just let it pass without passing it on. I've read it from Hard Knox Life on his post Lessons of the Square Water Melon . Quoted his post below. Hope you enjoy this as much as I did."One of my best friends passed along a story that is a great reminder of the power of creativity and innovation. The story revolves around the http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/I33Dr6ACrGY/lessons-of-square-water-melon.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)0http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/07/lessons-of-square-water-melon.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-3554582154964734905Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:53:00 +00002008-06-28T06:54:12.779-07:00PorkbirthdayOccasion Menu Pork Terrine This pork terrine goes well with salad. It can be made ahead of time, at least a day before you are planning to serve it. It can be served as an appetizer or as a main course, depends on what you serve with it. I think potatoes would go well with this as well. It is my first time trying to make terrine and without any recipe to follow. I just imagined how things wouldhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/RB5ecqPcFV4/pork-terrine.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)5http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/pork-terrine.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-141117006495131672Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:03:00 +00002008-06-24T22:15:02.787-07:00CakesBakingDessertsI have learned another technique of decorating a cake, it's called stenciling; its basically using a pattern of design laid on top of the cake and sprinkle icing sugar on it and remove the pattern to reveal the design. I used paper doily for this design. The cake is the same as the French Chocolate Cake I have posted last Father's Day. A friend have tasted it and came back with her ingredientshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/VhmAcPBbO_0/yet-another-chocolate-cake.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/yet-another-chocolate-cake.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-2766833510937043793Wed, 25 Jun 2008 03:35:00 +00002008-06-24T22:17:25.948-07:00BreakfastbreadsBaking I’ve been itching to make croissant since a very long time and I finally made a dip to commit myself to make it and eventually dedicated to succeed in making one which was quite a challenge for me. I didn’t make it perfect, but its edible so-to-speak, anyway, hubby and I were the only judge and we evaluated the result. It wasn’t flaky enough and the layers of dough are a little bit thick as http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/6Ggq_FGVWUk/croissant.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/croissant.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-6933136362557953436Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:26:00 +00002008-06-20T01:30:53.340-07:00kitchen tools/accessories/gadgetsknivesKnives are very important in performing tasks in the kitchen and the most important thing to remember is "use the right knife for the right job" The first two knives from the left are chef's knife, next is bread knife, next is filleting knife, and the paring knife. Sharpen knife with the sharpening rod.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/ONqVhECkupY/knives.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/knives.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-4279888070178688800Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:19:00 +00002008-06-20T01:20:23.626-07:00kitchen tools/accessories/gadgetsbamboo matUseful to make sushi or anything that needs to be rolled in a log shapehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/I5rdT_9CdT8/bamboo-mat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)0http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/bamboo-mat.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-3849191989179065067Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:12:00 +00002008-06-20T01:25:02.379-07:00kitchen tools/accessories/gadgetsBamboo steamer and wooden mortar and pestleBamboo steamer - used to make steamed dumplings. The bamboo steamer adds a subtle wooden aroma to your dish. I prefer to used bamboo steamer than steamers made of metal.To use a bamboo steamer, it should be placed over a simmering water where the steam is just bellow the bottom of the steamer so that the steam won't escape.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/KBDr4UlR0AA/bamboo-steamer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/bamboo-steamer.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8775111.post-6903571683142119569Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:11:00 +00002008-06-20T01:11:57.762-07:00kitchen tools/accessories/gadgetsCookie cuttershttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/ylhJ/~3/W0xf0Lr4kbI/cookie-cutters.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (grace)1http://thekitchenjournal.blogspot.com/2008/06/cookie-cutters.html