http://munchbrothers.org Food Lovers exploring restaurants, recipes, cooking utensils and reviewing restaurant shows like Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 03:37:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Well, I was just recently asked to shoot a cooking video, roasting & carving a turkey for the "Eclectic Kitchen™" for the BBC for an upcoming Holiday Special. Needless to say, I was pretty excited about the opportunity! --  I'm gonna give you the recipe for my roasted turkey but I'll also provide you ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/eclectic-kitchen%e2%84%a2-thanksgiving-lets-be-thankful-let-there-be-gourmet-turkey/ I think there's nothing better than cuddling up to a cozy fire with a hot cup of hot chocolate on a cold night. Now, there are those that will be happy with your run-of-the-mill go from the tap, to the microwave and stirring from the torn pouch of dry mix in ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/eclectic-kitchen%e2%84%a2-haute-chocolat-hot-chocolate-on-a-chilly-night/ Don't you just love a fabulous weekend brunch breakfast? But hate all the muss & fuss of it, don'tcha? Me, too! That's why I love this breakfast it is so flavorful and fancy looking but definitely not a lot of work.  Pair it with some juice, a cup of fresh ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/eclectic-kitchen%e2%84%a2-fancy-eggs-without-the-fuss-baked-eggs-florentine/ Christmas giving on my mind part 2! Here is #3 of my Christmas gift basket list. Home-assembled Herbal bread mixes- individually portioned and packaged for bread machines. (just add fluids) There are three standard bread machine sizes: Small 1lbs, medium 11/2lbs, and large 2lbs. You will need to find out what size the ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/herbal-bread-mix-for-breadmachine/ Entertaining in the 00's Pity the modern hostess. She used to plan an event according to her budget and culinary skills. But now religious restrictions, ethical quandries, and food allergies monopolize her party menu! With this in mind, I am starting a series on "What Your Guests Won't Eat".  I know that ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/what-your-guests-wont-eat-vegetarians-and-vegans/      Well – I imagine it seemed as though I abandoned this blog altogether –but not the case. It’s been hectic around our house, packing, getting ready to move, trying to sell our house, having a moving sale and open houses. Then there was this little storm you might have heard ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/eclectic-kitchen%e2%84%a2-easy-gourmet-pizza-%e2%80%93-no-more-delivery/ Ever wonder why people seem so confused about diet and nutrition "facts"? Ever consider that part of the problem is the "journalists" who report these "facts"? For example,  dbTechno and other sites report that a study published in Lancet Oncology, indicates that a vegan diet (along with exercise and relaxation) is important ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/something-fishy-in-nutrition-reporting/   In the spirit of the economy let me eliminate a bunch of trips to the mall where I would have to walk around frantically trying to find just the right gift for all, on my shopping list. I truly believe its time to bring back the old fashioned spirit of Christmas ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/christmas-gifting-on-my-mind-101-days-till-christmas-eve/ Despite my fondness for things noodly, I can't enjoy pasta very often: Carbs settle on my hips, and my mood suffers if I eat too much of the stuff. This is frustrating, because pasta is not only inexpensive and easy to prepare, but its "portionability" is perfect for folks like ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/no-calorie-no-carb-noodles-where-do-i-sign-up/ Well it's that time again Spring school holiday's for all states of Australia. The age old exodus to Queensland is about to take place, you've looked the airlines or serviced the car and are about to embark on 1 or 2 weeks of family closeness. This all sounds great but ... http://munchbrothers.org/2008/september-school-holidays-queensland-options/