Tag Archives: quince

Forage and garden: bitter-sweet and homemade amaro

Posted on October 19, 2014 by barbaraprice

Having spent a full day indoors at the computer, the time has come to mix a cocktail (a rye Manhattan with both sweet and dry vermouth and a splash of Cocchi Vermouth di Torino) and walk in the remaining warmth … Continue reading →

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Quince Curd for Thanksgiving Tarts

Posted on November 23, 2011 by barbaraprice

The illustration of the quince (cydonia oblonga) was archived by Oldbookillustrations.com, taken from Dictionnaire encyclopédique Trousset, also known as the Trousset encyclopedia, Paris, 1886 – 1891. As quince ripen in the autumn, filling out like mishapen apples; they go from … Continue reading →

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Pates de fruit

Posted on December 28, 2010 by barbaraprice

Pates de fruit are sophisticated, bite-sized squares of fruit jellies that are sanded with crystallized sugar, chewy in texture and combine the sweet, tart flavors of natural fruit juice. If you have never had one, the distant imitators are gummy … Continue reading →

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