Archive for July, 2008
Strawberry Cheesecake
Monday, July 28th, 2008I love cheesecake. Cheesecake Factory is alright, but what I really love is a fresh cheesecake topped with fresh fruit…Of course, this Strawberry Cheesecake looks awfully good. It’s set on a crust of graham crackers and topped with delicious strawberry preserves. Despite the relatively modest 10 inch size, it weighs in at a hefty 4 pounds. According to David’s Cookies, it’s enough cheesecake for 14 people.
Or, if you prefer, get a liver cleanse.
19-Piece Godiva Flower Ballotin Chocolates
Wednesday, July 16th, 2008Given the choice between buying someone a pocket watch and buying them a box of chocolates, I’m nearly always going to choose the chocolates. In fact, sometimes I’ll just send chocolates out of the blue. Since they’re not something that most people buy for themselves, they make people feel particularly special (assuming you’re not just sending them as a random business associate).
If you’re not the kind of person who talks about feelings, a random box of chocolates can be an excellent way to send the message that’s in your head without the awkward conversation - not that your recipient wouldn’t like hearing your thoughts, too, but at least with chocolate, they can eat them.
This 19-Piece Godiva Flower Ballotin set is perfect for a “just because” gift, a summer birthday, or a “thanks for an amazing first date, let’s do it again” gift. And yes, ladies, you can send one to a guy, too - just don’t send the sappy love poetry or the sheet of paper where you’ve doodled your name with his last name. Stick to the chocolates.
Godiva Flower Ballotin, 19-Piece
Abloom with springtime bliss, this golden box of chocolate is just another reason to love the season. Filled with an exciting assortment of Godiva’s rich, decadent chocolate, it’s sealed with an adorable blossom-topped bow.
Mikasa Flame D’Amore Wine Glasses
Friday, July 11th, 2008Although we generally try to stick to things you can eat here at Food & Candy Gifts, we occasionally come across food or drink accessories that are just too great to ignore. These Mikasa “Flame D’amore” Wine Glasses fall into that category. I saw a set in use at a party about a week ago, and when the light caught the filled wine glasses, they had a very dramatic look.
I’m the kind of person who would never have plain crystal wine glasses in the traditional, plain styles. Even still, I don’t want something so off-the-wall that it impacts usage. The Mikasa “Flame D’amore” Wine Glasses are the perfect compromise between crazy and beautiful.
Additional note: I’m looking for hotel deals in Boston. Anyone know of anywhere that’s both nice and affordable?
Mikasa “Flame D’amore” Wine
Throughout the world, the name Mikasa is synonymous with unparalleled taste and quality in fine tableware, giftware, and collectibles. The Flame D’amore bar and stemware collection brings Mikasa style to your formal entertaining, in a contemporary and dramatic frosted design on clear crystal.
Gluten-Free Old Time Biscuit Mix
Friday, July 11th, 2008I’ve known a couple of people restricted to gluten-free diets, and it always seemed to me that when it came to food, they had simply given up. One girl ate very little outside of popcorn, which she knew to be safe. It never occurred to her that there might be other options (of course, it didn’t help that her mother also fed her popcorn all the time as a child because she couldn’t be bothered to cook special meals). Since she ate so little, she looked like a Hoodia addict.
If you know someone who suffers from a similar food issue, be sure to let them know that there are plenty of great products that suit their needs, like this Old Time Biscuit Mix. Bread-like products are such a staple to most of us that it can be hard for gluten-free individuals to adapt to the need to quit eating them. It’s nice to know that someone has taken the time to formulate and market biscuit mixes, breads, and more.
Really Great Food - Old Time Biscuit Mix
Price: $4.75
Sensational! Outstanding! Trust us - You won’t be able to tell the difference from a wheat biscuit. Very light and delicious.
Banana Cake by Omaha Steaks
Thursday, July 10th, 2008I’ll be honest - I don’t order a lot of food from Omaha Steaks. Everything I’ve ever ordered from them was exceptionally delicious, but also relatively expensive. I’m too much of a cheapskate to buy frequently.
This Banana Cake is definitely on my list for next time, though. At a relatively reasonable $19.99, you get almost two pounds of carb-laden goodness. If you eat the whole thing, you may need to install some flattering Hinkley lighting to hide the extra pounds you gain…
Banana Cake
Price: $19.99
1 (25 oz.) Omaha Steaks Banana Cake
Country Living Farmhouse Pie Baker’s Kit
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008I absolutely love baking pies, but the effort involved means that I don’t get to do it very often. I have time for grocery store pies, but it’s tough to carve out hours for homemade crusts and fillings. This Country Living Farmhouse Kitchen Pie Baker’s Kit is a nice compromise - you get everything you need to bake a good pecan pie, without having to resort to a frozen brick of pie from the grocery store.
Of you could just buy air tools, but you can’t eat those.
Country Living Farmhouse Kitchen Pie Baker’s Kit
Bake up a blue ribbon recipe without all the work. This kit gives you a delightfully sweet head start, providing all the essential tools and ingredients you’ll need to create an irresistible country-style pecan pie.
