"Galette des Rois's recipe"

  Brasserie special Contibutor, Galette des Rois's recipe, The Daily Meal, January 12, 2012.

 

 

Abstract : Presents a recipe of the chef Ken Larsen about the "Galette des Rois".

Qutotation : "This delicious, golden, flaky pastry cake encases an almond cream filling. Hidden somewhere within is a china figurine. Traditionally, the person who finds the fève in their slice of cake is the king or queen for the day, and entitled to wear the paper crown that comes with the cake. Pastry chef Ken Larsen of Brasserie in New York City created this recipe.

INGREDIENTS

For the almond cream :
•    7 ounces butter
•    7 ounces sugar
•    7 ounces almond paste
•    2 eggs
•    3 ounces flour
For the galette :
•    14 ounces (2 sheets) store-bought puff pastry
•    2 large egg yolks
•    1 large egg
•    1/4 cup whole milk
•    1/4 cup light corn syrup
•    1 1/2 tablespoon water

DIRECTIONS

For the almond cream :
Cream together the butter, sugar, and almond paste. Scrape down the bowl. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the flour, and mix until incorporated. Fill a large pastry bag with the cream and create a 1-inch diameter opening by cutting off the tip. Set aside.
For the galette :
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Roll out each sheet of puff pastry to an 8 ½-inch circle. Each circle should be about 1/8-inch-thick. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and transfer 1 of the circles to the sheet. Starting from the center of the circle, pipe a 5-inch diameter and 1-inch-high mound of almond cream, leaving a border of approximately 1 ½ inches.
Whisk together the egg yolks, egg, and milk in a small bowl until well combined. Brush lightly on the border. Place the second circle of puff pastry over the first, pressing gently against the circumference of the almond paste mound, in order to remove any trapped air.
Seal the edges of the 2 layers by pressing the top edge into the bottom edge. (This will keep the almond cream from running out as it bakes.) Use a sharp paring knife to make diagonal indentations all around the sealed edges, creating a flower effect.
Next, pierce a ½-inch slit in the center in order to allow the steam to escape while baking. (You can make a pattern on top if you wish.) Prepare the glaze by stirring together the corn syrup and water in a bowl.
Place the galette in the oven for about 20 minutes, until it begins to brown. Remove from the oven and reduce the temperature to 330 degrees. Brush the galette with the glaze. (This adds sweetness, enhances the color, and gives it a crispy crust.)
Place the galette back in the oven for an additional 15 minutes, until the crust has risen and is browned evenly. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack. The galette is best when served still warm. It should be flaky and tender, and the almond cream center should be moist. Slice with a serrated knife. »

Index terms : Galette des Rois, Brasserie, french desserts, recipes, traditions.

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URL : http://www.thedailymeal.com/galette-des-rois-recipe

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Fat study accuses fat-food sponsors

•AKOORIE, Natalie. Fat study accuses fat-food sponsors, Nzherald.co.nz, Thursday, January 12^th 2012.

Abstract:

            This article denounces the strong presence of sponsors of fast-food to children which incite to eat unhealthy.

Quotation:

“A saturation of fast food sponsorship of charities and sports events is partly to blame for New Zealand's increasing levels of obesity and type 2 diabetes, according to Waikato District Health Board research.

A discussion paper, Obesity, diabetes and fast food the impact of marketing to children, says indirect marketing such as sponsorship of charities and children's sporting events by fast food chains sent a conflicting message to children about healthy lifestyle and diet.

"One [example] that really struck me was McDonald's sponsoring the children's Youth Duathlon in Christchurch in March last year ... which was quite a big event at the time," said the paper's author, Waikato DHB population health policy analyst Nick Chester.”

Index terms:

Junk food, fast-food, sponsors, children, heath.

→ Found with: Google alerts “Fast-food”

→ URL: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10778171

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Study: Advergames increase Junk Food eating

• Study: Advergames increase Junk Food eating, My Fox New York, Wednesday, January 11^th 2012.

Abstract:

Presents the results of a study which shows to play games increases children’s consumption of junk food.

Quotation:

“According to a recent study by Yale University researchers, food makers are now hawking junk food to children with "advergames" – branded, web-based computer games that feature logos and products primarily for sugary cereals and fast food.

According to the study, these games work as a marketing tool: Researchers found that playing these games increases children's consumption of junk food.

Jennifer Harris from Yale's Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity led colleagues to conduct a study to determine how many children visit advergame websites and how long they stay; whether playing games advertising unhealthy products was related to unhealthy food consumption; and if games that promote healthy food choices encourage better eating.”

Index terms:

Junk food, advergames, children, food habits.

→ Found with: Google alerts “Junk food”

→ URL: http://www.myfoxny.com/dpps/health/study-advergames-increase-junk-food-eating-dpgoh-20120111-fc_16962304

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Despite Increased Focus on Healthy Eating, More Than Half of American Households Eat Fast Food Two or More Times a Month

• ROBINETT, Stephanie. Despite Increased Focus on Healthy Eating, More Than Half of American Households Eat Fast Food Two or More Times a Month, MarketWatch, Wednesday, January 11^th 2012.

Abstract:

Presents the results of a study which shows 56% persons polled ate at fast-food restaurants at least several times a month. But, the majority of respondents (75%) say the pay more attention to eating healthy now than they did five years ago.

Quotation:

“Indeed, the majority of respondents (54 percent) admitted they feel "a bit guilty" after eating fast food and another 16 percent say they just feel "bad."

So why stop at the fast-food drive thru? Half of the survey's respondents said convenience to accommodate busy schedules and faster meal availability were the top reasons for eating fast food instead of cooking at home. To skip a fast food meal and instead cook a healthy meal at home, 83 percent said it would have to be prepared in 30 minutes or less.

"We understand how pressed for time most women are these days," said Lisa Sharples, president of Allrecipes. "That's why we make sure Allrecipes' sites and apps provide quick, easy access to thousands of fast, easy, affordable and great-tasting recipes that can be made in under 30 minutes." “

Index terms:

Junk food, food habits, heath.

→ Found with: Google alerts “Junk food”

→ URL: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/despite-increased-focus-on-healthy-eating-more-than-half-of-american-households-eat-fast-food-two-or-more-times-a-month-2012-01-11

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Cosi Fan Tutte, Royal Opera House

By "LondonNet".

January 11, 2012.

Abstract : Presents Opera Room international in London, in England.

Cosi fan tutte - 'That's how all women behave' - is the last of the three operas written by this great musical and dramatic pairing and is revived by The Royal Opera for the Olympic Programme in the classic production by Jonathan Miller, under the baton of the great Mozartian Colin Davis, and for the final performance The Royal Opera's David Syrus. 

Extract : " While the staging is contemporary, the fascinations and frailties of human nature dissected in the opera are timeless and reveal exquisitely uncomfortable truths as two men follow the promptings of an arch-manipulator to test the constancy of their lovers. The cast is a welcome one of familiar names to the production alongside new ones to perform a score of great beauty and subtlety. The serenely poignant trio 'Soave sia il vento', the contrasting bravura 'Come scoglio' and the mesmerizing Act I finale are just three of the many famous highlights of Mozart's music and its wide-ranging evocations of the pleasure and the pain of emotional entanglements."

 
Venue: Royal opera house, 41 Covent Garden PiazzaLondon, WC2E 8RF.

Index terms : Cosi Fan Tutte, London, operas, Royal opera house.

Found with : Newsletter "Londonnet"

URL : http://www.londonnet.co.uk/theatre/cosifantutte.html

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The Phantom of the Opera

By "The Phantom of the Opera". 
January 11, 2012.

Abstract : New Trailer for the 2009 London production of The Phantom of the Opera.

Extract : " This is the official YouTube channel dedicated to the musical version of The Phantom of the Opera, which first opened at Her Majesty's Theatre in London on 9 October 1986. "

Index terms : London, The Phantom of the Opera, Theatre, operas.

Found with : newsletter The Phantom of the Opera

URL : http://www.thephantomoftheopera.com/london

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Beef Bourguignon's recipe.

  GARTEN, Ina, Beef Bourguignon, Food Network, December 11, 2012.

 

 

Abstract : This article presents the Beef Bourguignon recipe. It's a french favorite dish.

Quotation : 

" Total Time   1 hr 45 min

Prep   30 min

Cook   1 hr 15 min

Yield   6 servings

Level   Intermediate"

Ingredients

"1 tablespoon good olive oil, 8 ounces dry cured center cut applewood smoked bacon, diced, 2 1/2 pounds chuck beef cut into 1-inch cubes, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, 1pound carrots, sliced diagonally into 1-inch chunks, 2 yellow onions, sliced, 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves), 1/2 cup Cognac, 1 (750 ml.) bottle good dry red wine such as Cote du Rhone or Pinot Noir 1 can (2 cups) beef broth, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves [...]."

For serving

• "Country bread or Sour Dough, toasted or grilled and rubbed with garlic clove
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, optional"

Directions 

"Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. [...]"

Index terms :  French recipes, beef.

Found with : Newsletters Foodnetwork.
URL : http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/beef-bourguignon-recipe/index.html 

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By "The Prague Post"
The January 4, 2012

                                                                                 "A Separation"

Abstract :

   Is about the first Iranian film festival that takes place at Světozor in Prague. The aim of this festival is to give a better vision of the Iran society and to show the importance of the women in Iranian cinema as well as actresses as movie directors. This festival deals with three categories of films : feature film, documentary and short film.

Extract :

"Portraying a realistic image of Iranian women … opens the doors to a better understanding of [Iranian] society as a whole," says Torang Daneshmand, executive director of Tokada Productions, the organizer of the festival.

Index terms :

Iran / women / cinema / Torang Daneshmand

Found with : 

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URL :



http://www.praguepost.com/night-and-day/stage/11607-preview-prague-iranian-film-festival.html

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