I recently returned from an exhilarating four days in Austin at the International Association of Culinary Professionals Conference.
This iscorn chowderfrom Cuisinart, made in their new blender that heats food directly in the pitcher.
Next I ate this exquisite slice of white pizza topped with asparagus, peas, and mint.
The crust consisted of 50% chickpea flour, which added more fiber and a delightful crispness.
This is the first time I’ve ever eaten fried salmon.
Why didn’t I think of that?
This recipe takes the cake for originality.
A homemade marshmallow sprinkled with sweet walnut powder is stacked on top of walnut toffee.
Here, this creamy blue Wisconsin cheese was spread on flatbread and paired with candied ginger.
Such a sweet lady.
Melissa’s Produce displayed these luscious fruits and served up sweet blueberries harvested during peak season.
Time for dessert, with an E Guilltarddark chocolatesampling.
This Idaho Potato shepherd’s pie stood at the quality comparable to a 5 star restaurant.
I wish had room for more than just two bites.
Eating my way through an expo hall is my idea of a good time.
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