http://www.katerock.com/taxonomy/term/15/0 en http://www.katerock.com/node/21 <p>Shopping at the Chopping Block feels like pillaging the kitchen of a well-stocked friend. It’s not just the large working kitchen that sets us at ease, nor the ample counter space used for the shop’s frequent on-site classes. It’s the relaxed atmosphere and inviting white shelves that line the walls...</p> <p>Click <a href="http://kitchen.apartmenttherapy.com/food/chicago-il/the-chopping-block-chicago-il-011916" target="_blank">here</a> to continue reading.</p> <p>Originally published August 2006, <a href="http://kitchen.apartmenttherapy.com/">Apartment Therapy: The Kitchen</a>  </p> Clips Food Shops Apartment Therapy Sat, 09 Sep 2006 10:50:51 -0400 katerock 21 at http://www.katerock.com http://www.katerock.com/node/20 <table border="0" width="477" height="148"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 105px"> <p><img src="/includes/files/images/VanillaSugar.jpg" alt="Vanilla Sugar" width="118" height="95" align="left" /></p> </td> <td valign="top"> <p>For years I buried leftover vanilla pods in the sugar jar, creating a lightly perfumed vanilla sugar. Incorporating the vanilla directly into the sugar, though, creates a more intense flavor and leaves the sugar looking like a jar of French vanilla bean ice cream. In a pretty jar, it’s also a great gift to have on hand for the hostess of an impromptu summer gathering...</p> <p>Click <a href="http://kitchen.apartmenttherapy.com/food/tips-techniques/tip-making-vanilla-sugar-011915" target="_blank">here</a> to continue reading.</p> <p><em>Originally published August 2006, <a href="http://kitchen.apartmenttherapy.com/" target="_blank">Apartment Therapy: The Kitchen</a></em> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><a href="http://www.katerock.com/node/20">read more</a></p> Clips Food Apartment Therapy Sat, 09 Sep 2006 10:31:35 -0400 katerock 20 at http://www.katerock.com