What's Your Go-To Chocolate For Baking?


Updated 02/11/11 11:49 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

What Chocolate Do You Cook With?

If you've been keeping up with YumSugar this week, you'll know that we've been talking about all things chocolate. Hopefully you've been inspired by the chocolate recipes and will whip up something delicious to enjoy with loved ones on Valentine's Day. When it comes to cooking with chocolate, I want to know what's your go-to brand. I always bake with Ghirardelli chocolate because it's local and Read more

Come Party With Me: Inauguration — Dessert


Updated 01/15/09 7:58 PM · Posted by partysugar · 8 comments

Come Party With Me: Inauguration — Dessert

Although the Inauguration isn't until next Tuesday, I'm inviting friends over to kick off the ceremony on Sunday. Since Barack Obama was senator in Chicago, the menu has a Chicago theme. After finishing the deep-dish pizzas, wait an hour before serving this decadent dessert. Eli's is the Windy City's famous bakery known for its chocolate chip cheesecake. While you could order a cheesecake from Read more

Ghirardelli: It's Gourmet With a Side of Trans Fat


Updated 07/23/11 6:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Ghirardelli:  It's Gourmet With a Side of Trans Fat

I picked up a bag of one of my favorite treats last night - Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Squares with Caramel filling. I know, they're not at all good for you, but they taste amazing. Since they are a popular brand of gourmet chocolate, it didn't even occur to me to check the label. Maybe I should have a long time ago because once I saw the dreaded words - partially hydrogenated vegetable oil - Read more