April 10, 2010.   Categories Chef Viviane Banquet Farre, Cocktails, Southwestern / Mexican.

Yellow Watermelon Margarita with Chipotle Rim   Recipe and photo reprinted with permission by Viviane Banquet Farre www.foodandstyle.wordpress.com Thoughts From Viviane:  I had other plans for the fragrant watermelon I’d bought at the farmers’ market last Sunday, but Kate Bush’s song “Eat the music” inspired me to make a sinfully delicious cocktail, one that is sure to make your taste buds sing… I also thought the watermelon...

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January 8, 2010.   Categories Appetizers, Chef Viviane Banquet Farre, Comfort Food, Fabulous Side Dishes, Southwestern / Mexican, Vegetarian, Winter.

Cheese Fondue with Chipotle and Tequila Recipe from Chef Viviane Bauquet Farre of FoodandStyle.com Thoughts From Viviane:  When my good friend Doug Stone asked me to create a few recipes with tequila for his new website ForTequilaLovers, I was thrilled. Not only do I adore tequila on its own or in cocktails, I also love cooking with it – its unusual flavor pairs beautifully with so many foods! Here I’ve created a new-world version...

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November 1, 2008.   Categories Fabulous Side Dishes, Southwestern / Mexican, Vegetarian.

Make this Southwestern chipotle potato salad recipe for your next backyard barbecue or holiday party. I love using chipotle chiles in just about anything.  The adobo sauce in the can has fantastic flavor and can be used to spice up any traditional meal.  The result is a lightly spicy and smoky flavor. This Southwestern chipotle potato salad will stand out from the plain-jane varieties at the next BBQ! Oh and if you really want to add some...

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