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Tell Us: How Do You Entertain and What's Your Favorite Recipe?
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Tell Us: How Do You Entertain and What's Your Favorite Recipe?

By Elayne Fluker | 08/19/2010 - 15:00 | 1 Comment

Cocktail party, passed hors d'ouerves, sit-down dinner—though summer is winding down we know that you continue to get together with your friends and family to enjoy good food and good times! So tell us your party-planning secrets!

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: A Gazpacho Fit for a First Lady
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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: A Gazpacho Fit for a First Lady

By Bren Herrera | 08/17/2010 - 13:00 | 1 Comment

There was a lot of political debate last week about the First Lady's use (or not) of her better judgment when she decided to take a summery vacation with friends to España. I personally thought the timing of the trip was a bit suspicious, as it took place during her husband's birthday week. But, who knows if he padded her puffy skirt pockets with lots of dough for her...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Easy Recipe for a Latin Fusion Fish Dinner

By Bren Herrera | 08/10/2010 - 08:00 | 1 Comment

The other night, I found myself debating whether I should eat out or make something for mi misma. Eating out is sometimes more of a hassle than just conjuring up a meal from a variety of foods in my fridge. Having different types of ingredients lends itself to playing around with the various flavors and ending up with a great fusion dish. If your fridge looks...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: The Perfect Summer Salad

By Bren Herrera | 07/27/2010 - 13:00 | 1 Comment

The weather right now is stifling in most parts of Eastern U.S., which, for me, means eating and drinking chilly offerings. Hot main entrees are okay; but adding a room temperature or chilled dish will cool down the collective heat. This summer salad fits the bill perfectly. 

When I teach cooking classes in Atlanta, one of the challenges is coming up with...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Cuban Pastelitos de Carne

By Bren Herrera | 07/20/2010 - 08:00 | 3 Comments

I have to admit that one of the best things about being Cuban is our cuisine. Recently, a renowned chef and instructor based in Las Vegas sent me a message on Facebook to get my thoughts on food accessibility on my native island.

I sighed and told him that the best place to get the real deal and authentic Cuban food is actually here in the States—not at a restaurant...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Spanish Style Plantain Omelets

By Bren Herrera | 07/14/2010 - 08:00 | 3 Comments

It may sound a bit weird, but I promise you’ve never had anything like this fluffy plantain omelet! If you love sweet plantain, you’ll make this for your desayuno this weekend! The sweetness of the plantain coupled with the airiness of the eggs is a mouth-watering combination. It’s like having chocolate and pretzels. Or chocolate and cotton candy! Or ladies, it’s...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Arroz con Leche

By Bren Herrera | 07/08/2010 - 13:00 | 2 Comments

If there were one thing I could change about my eating, it would be my sweet tooth. Sometimes, I’ll forgo a meal just to have something dulce. It could be just about anything, no matter how many extra calories it’s bound to contribute to the diet.

Take arroz con leche,...

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Flanboyant Eats with Bren: Easy Latin Recipes for Summer

By Bren Herrera | 06/15/2010 - 15:32 | 1 Comment

Summer is just one week away and the first thing that comes to mind for most of us is pool parties, cookouts and vacations. The last thing on our minds is usually what we’re going to cook; especially if we’re spending so much time outdoors and away from our casa. The thought of having to come up with light, fresh and enticing meals during super hot days can...

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