My Everchanging Moods - a list by darragoldstein

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A gourmet's favorite things for different moments: when I feel like tea, when I feel like vodka, when I want to be healthy, or when I want to indulge!

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Creme de Calissons du Roy René

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Calisson cream is pure heaven on toast! Central to my morning fix!

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Froth Au Lait

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I don’t usually like gadgets but this electric milk frother makes wonderfully airy milk when I’m in the mood for latte but not in the mood for getting out the espresso maker and steamer. The other part of my morning fix!

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Art, Culture, and Cuisine: Ancient and Medieval Gastronomy

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The book I'd most like to have wriiten. An erudite but beautifully written study of the interplay among art, culture and food.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Classic Home Desserts

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A tried-and-true collection of heirloom recipes by Richard Sax . A great cookbook with historical notes. The recipes range from rich, lavish tortes and pies to plain cookies and cakes.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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The California Heritage Cookbook

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Put out by the Junior League of Pasadena in 1976 – this is the book I always turn to when I want a recipe for a basic dish with a twist. The recipes reflect European, Mexican, and Asian traditions, as well as the California fresh style of cooking. One of my tried-and-true cookbooks.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Le Creuset 12" Skillet

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My favorite pan. After years of use this skillet is virtually nonstick, but it also browns foods beautifully.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Jewel of Russia Classic Vodka

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While I'm not totally proud to admit it, I do end up consuming many bottles of Vodka a week inside of Las Vegas nightclubs. Usually it's Grey Goose, occasionally it's Skyy, and every now and then I get to try something a bit different.

When Studio 54 re-launched earlier this year, they were fully sponsored by Jewel of Russia. Not only did I have 5 cases of this stuff lying around in my garage for my friends and I to enjoy while we pre-partied, but we also were served this each and every Tuesday at Studio 54.

It's easily on par with most other high-end Vodkas, and seems to go down smoothly as a straight shot.

Updated Jul 28, 2007

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Kusmi Anastasia Blend Tea

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Kousmichoff tea, now based in Paris, makes dozens of scented varieties, all quite wonderful. This one has citrus notes.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Gzhel Teapot

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This is an oval teapot, not bulbous. It reminds me of long afternoons in Russia conversing with friends over endless cups of tea.

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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Matiz Apricot Bread (Pan de Orejon))

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It combines two of my favorite flavors, apricots and almonds. Another favorite healthy snack!

Updated Jul 10, 2006

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