Look what I found in the mail box today! I was thrilled when the folks at Texas Living Magazine asked me to help them create a Valentine party for the pages of the February issue. What could be more fun than a room full of mothers and daughters? Adding chocolate of course! The ladies all ... Read more
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European Style Bread
Crafting European style bread is truly an artform. Nothing thrills me more than a creative task in the kitchen! I have been working for about a month, honing my skills in preparation for an artisan bread class I taught this past week. The number of loaves coming out of my kitchen has been nuts. No ... Read more
A Delicious Beginning
Chocolate first thing in the morning? YES! I bound out of bed for Chocolate Almond Butter with fresh pears. Several years ago while in France I was visiting with a friend of mine, Chloe Doutre, a world renowned chocolate expert, when she confessed to eating as much as 12 ounces of chocolate per day. I ... Read more
French Champagne and a Southern New Year’s Eve Feast
My first recommendation for 2017? Ring in 2017 with a bottle of French Champagne and after the confetti has fallen get ready for a New Year's Day feast, southern style! Wishing you and your families, health, happiness and boundless prosperity in 2017! XoXo Lorie Black Eyed Peas 4 slices bacon chopped or 2 sliced of ... Read more
Gifts From the Kitchen on Fox 4 Good Day Monday!
Looking for gift ideas? Join me Monday, December 19th on Fox 4 Good Day around 8:40 for Gifts From The Kitchen! I'll be showing viewers how to make magnificent morsels perfect for sharing. The best part is just how simple these tasty treats are! Hope you will try some or all of these ideas this ... Read more
Raspberry Rose Martini
They were a hit! I was recently asked to bring food and drinks to a very chic local boutique to celebrate the launch of a new French line of perfume. I thought my Raspberry Rose Martinis would be the perfect concoction to get the soiree started and I was right! Pink, light, fresh and scented ... Read more
Grapefruit Essence Dark Chocolate Truffles
As Christmas approaches, and we make plans to be with family and friends, my thoughts drift to some of my most requested and appreciated recipes. Chocolate truffles are definitely a favorite. My first effort in making truffles was about 20 years ago when I made Grand Marnier truffles as gifts for coworkers. I was delighted by ... Read more
GMT Channel 8 TOMORROW!
Healthy Breakfast ideas to get you through the holidays tomorrow morning on Good Morning Texas. Tune into WFAA channel 8 at 9:00 am on Wednesday, November 30th. I will be demonstrating fabulous simple breakfast fixes that really amp up flavor and nutrition and bust the holiday cravings. Here is a sneak peak...See you soon! Lorie ... Read more
Happy Thanksgiving
Grilled Pears with Gorgonzola Thanksgiving is upon us! Can you believe it? I am thankful for so many things this year, I am especially grateful to have both of my children at home for 5 whole days! Pinch me! With only a few days left to prepare for the big meal, I wanted to share ... Read more
4 Days Left
Registration for A Taste Of Paris 2018 will close on November 4th. Only 4 days left to take advantage of discount pricing for the culinary excursion of a lifetime. Don't let your chance to cook and taste your way through the city of lights melt away like these irresistible chocolates. For more information and to ... Read more