#Maple cake with bourbon glaze

[nahisummerhold]

[ Love is in the Air ]

If a Lovely treat were made with your presence in mind, what would be your 'signature' confection?

Nahi was relaxed on an opulent bench seat with Jes'Champe, a perfect glass of pinot noir in her hand, a long elegant stem, the wide bowl with its tapered rim holding the scent as it aerates. Swirling the deep red liquid around. "The scent and color are perfect," the chocolatier smiled at Nahi, but she addressed the Count, "let me show you what I created when you described her to me, the wine is the perfect pairing.” 

This was his idea of an apology for crashing her dinner with her step-father, she had told him she wanted to talk to him but when he set up this date she relented and forgave him, a little, there was still plenty of time to have the discussion about their boundaries, but specially designed dessert? She was way too curious to see how he had described her, and how the talented woman would interpret that. 

Jes’champe leaned into whisper to her, “This is how you should always be treated, Banshee.”

“Is that so? I actually like being treated in many ways, Count Vidroth,” she countered with a small roll of her eyes. Nahi had turned down a number of offers like what he had been suggesting. “Mostly, I like how I treat myself.” 

His hand came up to touch her hair, his fingers twisting one of her curls around them, “Ah, but you enjoy my company, and I do enjoy yours, there is no reason to not spend more time here in the city.”

She took time and looked at him while taking a sip of her wine, her expression was neutral as thoughts ran through her head. All she had to do was take his offer and everything would be handled, no more money woes and he would be happy to have a Sin’dorei noble on his arm, she could boost her value with him. All she had to do was take his offer, be the woman he kept on his arm and in his bed when he called. 

The chocolatier returned before she responded, pausing her thoughts, “I was asked to make something special for a woman that was rich, smooth, spicy, unique and has hidden depths.” 

The description almost made her laugh, it was a compliment and yet, at the same time, it felt like every woman could be described the same way. It felt like he would have come up with something else, things he had whispered in her ear had been more personal. 

When he chose to describe her to a stranger he used the generic, Nahi disliked the generic, she was not generic, not even close. Her eyes turned to him to snark about it, when the confectioners went on. 

“This is a petit four, layers of a butter cake soaked in maple bourbon, poached pears, chili chocolate meringue buttercream, milk chocolate mirror glaze with spicy glazed chopped hazelnuts.”

Nahi blinked, Jes’champe’s description of her might have been generic but the dessert that was created was anything but. He was watching Nahi’s face and saw it light up slightly, smiling at her reaction. 

“Thank you, that sounds delicious, thank you,” Nahi said, then leaned in with a small golden fork, the glaze cracked with a sharp sound and then took a bite. The performer might have had a foodgasm right then and there, the outer chocolate melting on her tongue, bourbon and spice settled in the center of her tongue, countered by the sweet flavor of the pear off the tip of her tongue. Slumping into her seat, she moaned loudly and waved her fork around in the air. “You are a beautiful genius.” 

(Thank you for the question @safrona-shadowsun )

[intuitive-spontaneity]

BOURBON BACON JAM "BLT" BISCUIT id Onion, Maple Syrup, Apple Cider Vine Brown Sugar, Bourbon

MINI CRAB CAKES WITH SWEET DIJON GLAZE Mayonnaise, Eggs, Dijon Mustard, Lemon Juice, Crab, Panko Bread Crumbs

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Exploring the Culinary Delights at Ram's Horn Restaurant

Ram's Horn Restaurant, a veritable institution in Metro Detroit, has been delighting patrons with its extensive menu for over five decades. What started as a simple venture by the Kasapis brothers in Detroit's Cadillac Square in 1967 has grown into a lifestyle, a gathering place, a symbol of home for many. The restaurant has always remained true to its unwavering commitment to quality, its devotion to providing a diverse range of dishes, as well as its dedication to fostering a warm, welcoming ambiance, making it more than just a place to eat.

The menu caters to an array of palates, offering a culinary journey that takes diners from delectable starters, through nutritious salads, onto hearty main courses, and ending with indulgent desserts. Each dish is meticulously crafted, the ingredients are handpicked, and the flavors harmoniously married to produce a meal that not only satisfies your hunger but also tantalizes the senses and leaves a lasting impression.

The starters, for instance, are a gastronomic delight. The crispy calamari, with its golden crunchy exterior and tender interior, is a bite of the sea; the garlic bread with roasted tomatoes is a celebration of simple flavors, where the slight bitterness of the garlic complements the sweetness of the tomatoes. The soups and salads are a testament to the restaurant's dedication to providing options for health-conscious diners. The Grilled Chicken Salad, a fan favorite, is a medley of crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and succulent grilled chicken that perfectly embodies how this place strikes the right balance between health and taste.

Ram’s Horn Restaurant Fraser also boasts an impressive breakfast selection that caters to early risers and late sleepers alike. Whether you're craving a hearty start to your day or a light, healthful option, the breakfast menu has you covered. Try the Classic Breakfast, a heartwarming plate of scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage links, and a choice of hash browns, pancakes, or toast. If you prefer a lighter option, the Fruit and Yogurt Parfait offers layers of creamy yogurt, fresh seasonal fruit, and crunchy granola – a perfect blend of health and taste. For those with a sweet tooth, the Belgian Waffles or the French Toast, served with warm maple syrup, are a must-try. With a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a glass of refreshing orange juice to accompany your meal, breakfast at Ram's Horn is the perfect way to kickstart your day.

As you delve deeper into the main course selections, you uncover the true diversity and depth of their culinary prowess. The popular 'Bourbon Street Chicken' features tender, grilled chicken breast glazed in a sweet and smoky bourbon sauce, served alongside seasonal vegetables and your choice of potato. For a taste of comfort, their 'Homestyle Meatloaf' - a hearty, seasoned beef loaf topped with a rich, savory gravy - is as comforting as a meal can get. Seafood lovers will relish the 'Beer Battered Cod,' a dish featuring flaky white fish, encased in crispy beer batter, served with tartar sauce and fresh lemon. And for the quintessential American palate, the 'Classic Patty Melt' is sure to hit the spot, combining a juicy beef patty, caramelized onions, melted Swiss cheese, and a Thousand Island dressing, nestled between grilled rye bread.

No meal is complete without diving into their fantastic line-up of desserts. Whether you're a fan of classic favorites or in the mood to try something new, the dessert section of the menu is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. The 'Triple Chocolate Cake' is a chocolate lover's dream come true. Layers of rich, moist chocolate cake are interspersed with creamy chocolate icing, creating a dessert that is indulgent, decadent, and absolutely heavenly. For those who prefer a tangy twist, the 'Lemon Meringue Pie' is an excellent choice. The sharp, refreshing lemon filling contrasts beautifully with the sweet, fluffy meringue, all encased in a buttery, flaky crust.

Ram’s Horn Restaurant Fraser is also an excellent choice for families, thanks to its delightful Kids' Menu. Understanding that children can be picky eaters, the restaurant offers a variety of dishes that are both nutritious and appealing to younger palates. From the classic 'Cheesy Pizza,' to the 'Chicken Strips' served with fries, and the ever-popular 'Grilled Cheese Sandwich,' each dish is designed to be kid-friendly while retaining the high-quality standards that Ram's Horn is known for. For those who prefer pasta, the 'Spaghetti with Marinara' is a delicious and satisfying option, and the 'Hamburger or Cheeseburger' is a tried and true favorite. Each meal is served with a choice of fries, mashed potatoes, or fresh fruit and a kid-sized soft drink, making this place the ideal spot for a family meal where everyone leaves happy and satisfied.

No meal at Ram's Horn Restaurant would be complete without a dip into the beverage menu. Whether you're celebrating with a bottle of fine wine, enjoying a cold beer with friends, or just sipping on a refreshing soft drink, the options are as diverse as they are well-curated. The commitment to transparency is evident in their provision of detailed nutritional information on their website, ensuring that each drink savored aligns with your dietary goals.

The extensive beverage section caters to a variety of palates and preferences. For early morning patrons or those in need of a caffeine boost, the restaurant offers a range of freshly brewed coffees. The selection includes traditional options like a hot cup of American coffee and decaffeinated coffee, as well as more indulgent choices like Cappuccino and Hot Chocolate. Tea enthusiasts aren't left out either, with a choice of hot tea available.

For those looking to cool off with a chilled drink, they presents an array of cold beverages. They serve a refreshing, chilled lemonade and a variety of Pepsi products. The iced tea, served sweetened or unsweetened, is a perennial favorite, perfect for quenching thirst on a hot day.

If you're celebrating a special event or just want to indulge, the restaurant also offers a selection of beers and wines. From domestic and imported draft beers to a variety of red and white wines, there's something for every occasion.

Ram's Horn Restaurant offers more than just a meal. It is a culinary journey, a gathering place, a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Metro Detroit. The restaurant's dedication to quality, its commitment to customer well-being, and its diverse menu filled with flavor and variety make it an unforgettable experience. A visit to Ram's Horn is not just about dining; it's about making memories, savoring flavors, and feeling at home. So, whether you're a regular patron, a first-time visitor, or a curious foodie, Ram's Horn is ready to welcome you into its vibrant community and serve you a taste of home.

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Maple Walnut Bourbon Bundt

Maple Walnut Bourbon Bundt

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This Maple Walnut Bourbon Bundt is easy, buttery, moist, and full of nutty flavor, paired with maple and topped with a rich and delicious buttery bourbon Glaze. The richness of the bundt is found bursting with bourbon flavor. and shows off the compatibility that maple, bourbon and walnuts belong with each other.  Maple Walnut Bourbon Bundt…

[sweetoothgirl]

Pumpkin Bourbon Cakelets With Spiced Maple Glaze

[fullcravings]

Pumpkin Bourbon Cakelets With Spiced Maple Glaze

[guardians-of-the-food]

Pumpkin Bourbon Cakelets With Spiced Maple Glaze

[coffinsandcauldrons]

Foods for Mabon:

A Mabon feast is a time of giving recognition to the earth, showing gratitude, praising both light and dark, and celebrating abundance.

Through feasting with whatever we may have, we are able to represent this years bounty, draw in abundance for the upcoming winter, and show that we are thankful for what we currently have. Fall foods that represent the second harvest are typically appropriate so that we are able to celebrate and acknowledge the season.

Vegetables:

Corn

Carrots

Beans

Potatoes

Brussels Sprout

Beets

Parsnips

Pumpkin

Acorn Squash

Butternut Squash

Cauliflower

Broccoli

Onions

Eggplant

Tomatoes

Artichoke

Celery

Cucumber

Leeks

Kale

Peas

Peppers

Mushroom

Meats:

Tofu

Tempeh

Chicken

Turkey

Lamb

Duck

Goose

Rabbit

Salmon

Fruits:

Pomegranate

Apricot

Fig

Pear

Apple

Plum

Melons

Peach

Grape

Orange

Persimmon

Olives

Berries:

Blackberry

Raspberry

Blueberry

Elderberry

Hawthorn

American Beautyberry

Cranberry

Herbs and Spices:

Cinnamon

Pumpkin Spice

Anise

Cloves

Rosemary

Sage

Chamomile

Rose Hips

Drinks:

Apple Cider

Wine

Grape Juice

Bourbon

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Cranberry Juice

Beer

Pomegranate Juice

Apple Juice

Mead

Chai

Tea

Sangria

Misc.:

Bread

Nuts

Wheat

Dried Fruit

Cheese

Honey

Acorn

Seeds

Grains

Recipes-

Drinks:

Blueberry & Apple Cider-

https://wishfarms.com/recipe/hot-fall-harvest-blueberry-apple-cider/?pp=1

Side Items:

Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes-

https://www.eatthis.com/pumpkin-potato-mash-recipe/

Caramalized Sweet Potato and Kale Fried Rice-

https://iowagirleats.com/caramelized-sweet-potato-kale-fried-wild-rice/

Pumpkin Cornbread-

https://www.spoonforkbacon.com/pumpkin-cornbread/

Sweet Potato Pomegranate Salad-

https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/sweet-potato-pomegranate-salad/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=473602156_16644670_203092

Pomegranate Baked Brie-

https://www.thelifejolie.com/pomegranate-thyme-brie-appetizer/

Pomegranate Almond Cheese Ball-

https://www.howsweeteats.com/2013/12/pomegranate-jeweled-white-cheddar-toasted-almond-and-crispy-sage-cheeseball/

Entrees:

Balsamic and Pomegranate Chicken-

https://honestcooking.com/balsamic-pomegranate-chicken/

Roasted Vegan Mabon (Thanksgiving) Bowl-

https://www.ilovevegan.com/roasted-vegan-thanksgiving-bowl/

Rosemary and Orange Slow-Roasted Duck-

https://www.finecooking.com/recipe/rosemary-and-orange-slow-roasted-duck

Fall Sheet Pan Pork Tenderloin with Honey Balsamic Roasted Vegetables-

https://www.goodlifeeats.com/fall-sheet-pan-pork-tenderloin-with-honey-balsamic-roasted-vegetables/

Roasted Butternut Squash (Three Ways)-

https://www.feastingathome.com/stuffed-butternut-three-ways/

Tuscan White Bean Soup-

https://www.feastingathome.com/ribollita-recipe/

Butternut Lasagna with Mushrooms and Sage-

https://www.feastingathome.com/butternut-lasagna-with-mushrooms-and-sage/

Mushroom Wellington with Rosemary and Pecans-

https://www.feastingathome.com/mushroom-wellington-rosemary-pecans/

Fall Shepherds Pie-

https://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/fall-shepherds-pie/05a1a0e6-acc8-40e1-8072-69e70b0ce846

Autumn Chicken Dinner-

https://www.cookingclassy.com/one-pan-autumn-chicken-dinner/

Chicken & Leek Soup-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Cream of Tomato Soup-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Acorn Squash and Apple Soup-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Stuffed Acorn Squash-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Harvest Ratatouille-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Roast Fillet of Beef-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Pumpkin Beef Stew-

https://www.honeyandbirch.com/pumpkin-beef-stew-recipe/

Roasted Stuffed Pumpkin-

http://tiphero.com/roasted-stuffed-pumpkin/?utm_content=bufferb6d43&utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest.com&utm_campaign=buffer

Vegan Turkey-

https://www.vegankitchenmagick.com/the-best-vegan-gluten-free-turkey-or-chickn/

Beef Barley Vegetable Soup-

https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/soup/beef-soup/mabon-beef-barley-veggie-soup.html

Acorn Squash and Carrot Soup-

https://www.saltandlavender.com/acorn-squash-and-carrot-soup/

Pumpkin Chili-

https://www.willcookforsmiles.com/pumpkin-chili/

Spicy Pumpkin Soup-

https://www.chilipeppermadness.com/recipes/spicy-pumpkin-soup/

Tuscan Pumpkin Pasta Sauce-

https://detoxinista.com/vegan-tuscan-pumpkin-pasta-sauce/

Harvest Stew with Smoked Sausage-

https://thecozyapron.com/harvest-stew-with-smoked-sausage/

Pomegranate Glazed Salmon-

https://www.primaverakitchen.com/4-ingredient-pomegranate-glazed-salmon/

Roasted Pumpkin Caramelized Onion Walnut Pizza-

http://tohercore.com/roast-pumpkin-caramelized-onion-walnut-pizza/

Dessert:

Apple Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes-

https://omgchocolatedesserts.com/apple-cinnamon-roll-cupcakes/

Apple Spice Cake-

https://www.justsotasty.com/apple-spice-cake-cream-cheese-frosting/

Fig Bread Pudding-

http://userealbutter.com/2019/10/07/fig-bread-pudding-recipe/

Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Cinnamon Baked Peaches-

https://simplyshellie.com/cinnamon-baked-peaches-recipe

Vegan Pumpkin Pie-

https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/easy-vegan-pumpkin-pie/

Fresh Apple Pound Cake-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes With Cinnamon Pumpkin Cream Cheese Icing-

https://therecipecritic.com/chocolate-pumpkin-cupcakes-with-cinnamon-pumpkin-cream-cheese-frosting/

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies-

https://witchoflupinehollow.com/2017/09/09/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe/

Pumpkin Chai Cake-

https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/chai-pumpkin-cake/

Carrot Honey Cake-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

Pumpkin Apple Muffins-

https://www.ravenandcrone.com/catalog/a16/Mabon,-Fall-Equinox-Food-Recipes/article_info.html

[blackphoenixalchemylab]

Halloween 2018 Perfume Blends

Calling all witches, hags, demons, goat-lovers, and assorted tricksters! 

We've truly outdone ourselves with the Halloween 2018 collection, exploring strange new depths in diablerie as well as perfumerie. In addition to many classic treats, we've also got a spooky Chaos Theory, a timely Poe tale storyboarded in scent, a pile of Dead Leaves, a ribald new series of blends inspired by goats in classical art, and more! Never fear -- Trading Post's hair gloss and atmosphere sprays will be coming soon! 

You’ll find the full compendium of Halloween scent descriptions below, but BEWARE... You may find more thrills than e'er you bargained for.!

++ HALLOWEEN 2018

ALL SOULS A day of remembrance and intercession. Without the prayers and sacrifices of their families and loved ones, the faithful departed may not be cleansed of their venal sins, and thereby cannot attain beatific vision. On November 2nd, prayers are sung and offerings are made to aid lost souls in transcending purgatory. An incense blend that invokes the higher qualities of mercy and compassion, mingled with the soft, sugared currant scent of offertory soul cakes.

BLUE GHOST BLUES I feel myself sinkin' down I feel myself sinkin' down My body is freezin' I feel something cold creepin' around

My windows is rattlin' My doorknob turnin' round an' round My windows is rattlin' My doorknob turnin' round an' round This haunted house blues is killin' me I feel myself sinkin' down

I been fastin' in this haunted house Six long months today I been fastin' in this haunted house Six long months today The Blue Ghost is got the house surrounded, Lord And I can't get away

They got shotguns and pistols Standin' all round my door They got shotguns and pistols Standin' all round my door They haunt me all night long So I can't sleep no more

The Blue Ghost haunts me all night The nightmare rides me all night long The Blue Ghost haunts me at night The nightmare rides me all night long They worry me so in this haunted house I wished I was dead and gone

- Lonnie Johnson

A ward against evil: bay rum, whiskey, cigar smoke, black pepper, and salt.

BONFIRE TOFFEE Our spin on a traditional Guy Fawkes Night treat: treacle toffee soaked in rich, dark bourbon.

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS A joyous celebration of La Catarina, La Flaca, La Muerte... Glorious, Beautiful Death. In Mexico, death is not something to be feared or hated; She is embraced, loved, and adored. La Muerte is fêted, as the celebrant "...chases after it, mocks it, courts it, hugs it, sleeps with it; it is his favorite plaything and his most lasting love." This is a Mexican paean to La Huesuda: dry, crackling leaves, the incense smoke of altars honoring Death and the Dead, funeral bouquets, the candies, chocolates, foods and tobacco of the ofrenda, amaranth, sweet cactus blossom and desert cereus.

FEEDING THE DEAD A barrel of beer, a pyramid of cakes, and three sticks of incense.

GHOST MUSIC Gloomy and bare the organ-loft, Bent-backed and blind the organist. From rafters looming shadowy, From the pipes’ tuneful company, Drifted together drowsily, Innumerable, formless, dim, The ghosts of long-dead melodies, Of anthems, stately, thunderous, Of Kyries shrill and tremulous: In melancholy drowsy-sweet They huddled there in harmony. Like bats at noontide rafter-hung.

- Robert Graves

Sheets of white musk and lavender curling around a melancholy song of violet root, iris, neroli, and honeysuckle.

GHOULISH Creepy like Creepy and as spooky as Spooky, this is the scent of a black cherry and coconut amaretto confection gently laced with saffron.

THE HAG The Hag is astride, This night for to ride; The Devill and shee together: Through thick, and through thin, Now out, and then in, Though ne'r so foule be the weather.

A Thorn or a Burr She takes for a Spurre: With a lash of a Bramble she rides now, Through Brakes and through Bryars, O're Ditches, and Mires, She followes the Spirit that guides now.

No Beast, for his food, Dares now range the wood; But husht in his laire he lies lurking: While mischiefs, by these, On Land and on Seas, At noone of Night are working,

The storme will arise, And trouble the skies; This night, and more for the wonder, The ghost from the Tomb Affrighted shall come, Cal'd out by the clap of the Thunder.

Black musk, bay leaves, galangal, bourbon vetiver, blackcurrant, and rum.

THE HARE In the black furrow of a field I saw an old witch-hare this night; And she cocked her lissome ear, And she eyed the moon so bright, And she nibbled o' the green; And I whispered 'Whsst! witch-hare,' Away like a ghostie o'er the field She fled, and left the moonlight there.

A leaper between worlds, the tiny trickster; she soars through liminal spaces, dancing in the strange shadows of dawn and twilight.

Warm fur and mandrake root, blue sage and tall grasses, honeysuckle-tinged moonlight, carrot seed, comfrey, and dandelion.

HUESOS DE SANTO On All Saints Day, Spanish families visit their loved ones in the cemeteries, keeping vigil throughout the evening, saying prayers for the dead. Family burial plots are cleaned and tended, and graves are adorned with gladiolas, chrysanthemums, and roses. Bone-shaped pastries called Saint's Bones, or the Bones of the Holy, are baked and shared in honor of the souls in Purgatory, and to remind us of those who no longer share our repast, but with whom we one day hope to be reunited with again.

Orange-glazed cake, dotted with anise seed, and filled with custard, set beside a bouquet of celebratory funeral flowers.

INSIDE THE GOLDEN AMBER OF HER EYEBALLS A ghost, though invisible, still is like a place your sight can knock on, echoing; but here within this thick black pelt, your strongest gaze will be absorbed and utterly disappear:

just as a raving madman, when nothing else can ease him, charges into his dark night howling, pounds on the padded wall, and feels the rage being taken in and pacified.

She seems to hide all looks that have ever fallen into her, so that, like an audience, she can look them over, menacing and sullen, and curl to sleep with them. But all at once

as if awakened, she turns her face to yours; and with a shock, you see yourself, tiny, inside the golden amber of her eyeballs suspended, like a prehistoric fly.

- Rainer Maria Rilke

Sleek black fur and gleaming amber shining in the shadows, a rumble of myrrh, and claws as sharp as ti leaf.

LAMBS-WOOL According to William Shepard Walsh, the Gentleman's Magazine for May of 1784 stated, "this is a constant ingredient at merrymaking on Holy Eve." He also quotes Vallancey's etymological speculation: "The first day of November was dedicated to the angel presiding over fruits, seeds, etc., and was therefore named La Mas Ubhal, -- that is, the day of the apple fruit, -- and being pronounced Lamasool, the English have corrupted the name to Lambs-wool."

A popular holy day beverage in 18th century Ireland: roasted apples mashed into warmed milk and ale, with nutmeg, sugar, ginger, and clove.

MAGNIFICENT AUTUMN By what a subtle alchemy the green leaves are transmuted into gold, as if molten by the fiery blaze of the hot sun! A magic covering spreads over the whole forest, and brightens into more gorgeous hues. The tree-tops seem bathed with the gold and crimson of an Italian sunset. Here and there a shade of green, here and there a tinge of purple, and a stain of scarlet so deep and rich, that the most cunning artifice of man is pale beside it. A thousand delicate shades melt into each other. They blend fantastically into one deep mass. They spread over the forest like a tapestry woven with a thousand hues.

Magnificent Autumn! He comes not like a pilgrim, clad in russet weeds. He comes not like a hermit, clad in gray. But he comes like a warrior, with the stain of blood upon his brazen mail. His crimson scarf is rent. His scarlet banner drips with gore. His step is like a flail upon the threshing floor.

The scene changes.

It is the Indian summer. The rising sun blazes through the misty air like a conflagration. A yellowish, smoky haze fills the atmosphere; and

A filmy mist,

Lies like a silver lining on the sky.

The wind is soft and low. It wafts to us the odor of forest leaves, that hang wilted on the dripping branches, or drop into the stream. Their gorgeous tints are gone, as if the autumnal rains had washed them out. Orange, yellow, and scarlet, all are changed to one melancholy russet hue. The birds, too, have taken wing, and have left their roofless dwellings. Not the whistle of a robin, not the twitter of an eavesdropping swallow, not the carol of one sweet, familiar voice! All gone. Only the dismal cawing of a crow, as he sits and curses, that the harvest is over, – or the chit-chat of an idle squirrel, – the noisy denizen of a hollow tree, – the mendicant friar of a large parish, – the absolute monarch of a dozen acorns!

Another change.

The wind sweeps through the forest with a sound like the blast of a trumpet. The dry leaves whirl in eddies through the air. A fret-work of hoar-frost covers the plain. The stagnant water in the pools and ditches is frozen into fantastic figures. Nature ceases from her labors, and prepares for the great change. In the low-hanging clouds, the sharp air, like a busy shuttle, weaves her shroud of snow. There is a melancholy and continual roar in the tops of the tall pines, like the roar of a cataract. It is the funeral anthem of the dying year.

A scent that wanders through the Ages of Autumn, from the last green leaf to the first breath of winter.

MIDNIGHT BONFIRE Lighting the path between worlds, the beacon at the threshold: night-blooming jasmine, smoldering maple leaves, a cluster of patchouli and blackened ti leaf, black sage, and pinewood smoke.

PUMPKIN CRÈME BRULEE With vanilla bean scrapings.

PUMPKIN DUST Shavings of white pumpkin rind and honey powder.

PUMPKIN MUSK AND BLACK OUDH A strangely romantic, disturbingly erotic perfume.

PUMPKIN TOBACCO Sweet black tobacco infused with dried pumpkin and soaked in bourbon.

SAMHAIN Truly the scent of autumn itself -- damp woods, fir needle, and black patchouli with the gentlest touches of warm pumpkin, clove, nutmeg, allspice, sweet red apple and mullein.

SAMHAINOPHOBIA The Fear of Halloween

Menacing Haitian vetiver, patchouli, and clove with a shock of bourbon geranium, grim oakmoss, and dread-inspiring balsams pierce the innocuous scent of autumn leaves.

SCARECROW TURNED PHILOSOPHER Once I said to a scarecrow, “You must be tired of standing in this lonely field.”

And he said, “The joy of scaring is a deep and lasting one, and I never tire of it.”

Said I, after a minute of thought, “It is true; for I too have known that joy.”

Said he, “Only those who are stuffed with straw can know it.”

Then I left him, not knowing whether he had complimented or belittled me.

A year passed, during which the scarecrow turned philosopher.

And when I passed by him again I saw two crows building a nest under his hat.

- Kahlil Gibran

Corn husks waving on an autumn breeze, beams of amber sunlight, hay bales, and late summer wildflowers.

SUCK IT Sexy and suckable: black cherry brandy.

THIS WAN WHITE HUMMING HIVE And where should the living feel alive But here in this wan white humming hive, As the moon wastes down, and the dawn turns cold, And one by one they creep back to the fold? And where should a man hold his mate and say: "One more, one more, ere we go their way"? For the year's on the turn, and it's All Souls' night, When the living can learn by the churchyard light.

White patchouli leaf, beeswax, ambergris, and pale incense.

WHEN COLORS ALL TO BLACK ARE CAST In night when colors all to black are cast, Distinction lost, or gone down with the light; The eye a watch to inward senses placed, Not seeing, yet still having powers of sight,

Gives vain alarums to the inward sense, Where fear stirred up with witty tyranny, Confounds all powers, and thorough self-offense, Doth forge and raise impossibility:

Such as in thick depriving darknesses, Proper reflections of the error be, And images of self-confusednesses, Which hurt imaginations only see;

And from this nothing seen, tells news of devils, Which but expressions be of inward evils.

- Lord Brooke Fulke Greville

Ink-black musk and dried blackberries, midnight opoponax and sweet labdanum.

THE WITCH BRIDE A fair witch crept to a young man's side, And he kiss'd her and took her for his bride.

But a Shape came in at the dead of night, And fill'd the room with snowy light.

And he saw how in his arms there lay A thing more frightful than mouth may say.

And he rose in haste, and follow'd the Shape Till morning crown'd an eastern cape.

And he girded himself, and follow'd still When sunset sainted the western hill.

But, mocking and thwarting, clung to his side, Weary day!-the foul Witch-Bride.

(Aw, c'mon, Allingham. Foul is a pretty strong choice of words, dontcha think?)

Pale and lovely, with eyes belladonna-wide: hemlock blossoms and ghostly nightshade veiled by wisteria, white frankincense, black amber, and narcissus resin.

YIPE In the vein (GET IT?) of Boo, Suck It, and Spooky, this is a gushing font of sweet bloody black cherry cream and crushed dried blackberries.

++ ALL HALLOWS CHAOS

Turbulent, disordered beauty: sensitive to initial conditions, topologically mixed, and approached by periodic orbits with abandon. A dynamical system expressed through scent.

Each bottle of Chaos Theory is truly unique, a fragrant fractal, and an exercise in the joy of chance and uncertainty! Each is a one-of-a-kind, utterly random combination of scents, the composition of which is based on whim, mood and gut instinct. Each bottle is numbered, and each bottle is unique.

Hail Eris! After a long hiatus, Chaos Theory is back!

This year, the aforementioned chaos is expressing itself through decidedly seasonal metaphors associated with gathering the harvest and welcoming the “dark half” of the year. Is it comfort you seek, or incantations whispered through a tear in the Veil? Thanks to the options below, you don’t have to choose — you can have it both ways! This is an exercise in the joy of chance and uncertainty! Each bottle is a one-of-a-kind, utterly random combination of scents, the composition of which is based on whim, mood and gut instinct.

Most common allergens have been omitted from the experiment. No pennyroyal, no nuts, no cinnamon, no cassia. Regardless, if you have any sensitivities, please do not participate in Chaos Theory. The contents of the oils are not recorded [that’s the whole point!] and we will not be able to answer questions about specific bottles of CT:VIII or guarantee that an allergen is not present in your order.

By purchasing CT:VIII, you agree to absolve Black Phoenix of any responsibility related to an allergic reaction to one of the oils in this series. Please make a responsible choice, and use caution and discretion when ordering. This is intended to be a fun, exciting project.

Each CT:VIII scent has a base inspired by one of our favorite ‘Weenies, in wildly varying proportions:

ALL HALLOWS CHAOS: PUMPKIN SPICE

Variety is the very spice of life, That gives it all its flavor.”

― William Cowper, 1785

Forget about the War on Christmas — the year’s most contentious seasonal battle is actually waged over this inescapable melange of palate-massaging flavors. We’ve got the formula down pat, and invite you to join us in a mad-science experiment: Just how far can we bend it before it breaks?

ALL HALLOWS CHAOS: SAMHAIN 

“Invention, it must be humbly admitted, does not consist in creating out of void, but out of chaos.” ― Mary Shelley, 1831 This Samhain, we’re reveling in the desecration of a classic blend: “Damp woods, fir needle, and black patchouli with the gentlest touches of warm pumpkin, clove, nutmeg, allspice, sweet red apple and mullein.”

++ HALLOWEEN: MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH

Art by Tenebrous Kate

Words by Edgar Allan Poe

THE RED DEATH The "Red Death" had long devastated the country. No pestilence had ever been so fatal, or so hideous. Blood was its Avatar and its seal --the redness and the horror of blood. There were sharp pains, and sudden dizziness, and then profuse bleeding at the pores, with dissolution. The scarlet stains upon the body and especially upon the face of the victim, were the pest ban which shut him out from the aid and from the sympathy of his fellow-men. And the whole seizure, progress and termination of the disease, were the incidents of half an hour.

Splatters of red musk, bruise-purple violets, vetiver, and pimento.

HAPPY AND DAUNTLESS AND SAGACIOUS But the Prince Prospero was happy and dauntless and sagacious. When his dominions were half depopulated, he summoned to his presence a thousand hale and light-hearted friends from among the knights and dames of his court, and with these retired to the deep seclusion of one of his castellated abbeys. This was an extensive and magnificent structure, the creation of the prince's own eccentric yet august taste. A strong and lofty wall girdled it in. This wall had gates of iron. The courtiers, having entered, brought furnaces and massy hammers and welded the bolts. They resolved to leave means neither of ingress or egress to the sudden impulses of despair or of frenzy from within. The abbey was amply provisioned. With such precautions the courtiers might bid defiance to contagion.

Imprisoned in frenzied joy: ribbons of raspberry and red currant streaming through thick goat’s milk.

IT WAS FOLLY TO GRIEVE, OR TO THINK The external world could take care of itself. In the meantime it was folly to grieve, or to think.

Ginger-squeezed champagne with crushed diamonds, orange blossoms, and peach blossoms.

THERE WAS BEAUTY, THERE WAS WINE The prince had provided all the appliances of pleasure. There were buffoons, there were improvisatori, there were ballet-dancers, there were musicians, there was Beauty, there was wine. All these and security were within. Without was the "Red Death."

Gushes of black and red wine splattering damask rose and white pear, engulfed in thick clove incense.

A MASKED BALL OF THE MOST UNUSUAL MAGNIFICENCE It was toward the close of the fifth or sixth month of his seclusion, and while the pestilence raged most furiously abroad, that the Prince Prospero entertained his thousand friends at a masked ball of the most unusual magnificence.

Opulent golden oudh, red benzoin, and bitter almond.

A GIGANTIC CLOCK OF EBONY It was in this apartment, also, that there stood against the western wall, a gigantic clock of ebony. Its pendulum swung to and fro with a dull, heavy, monotonous clang; and when the minute-hand made the circuit of the face, and the hour was to be stricken, there came from the brazen lungs of the clock a sound which was clear and loud and deep and exceedingly musical, but of so peculiar a note and emphasis that, at each lapse of an hour, the musicians of the orchestra were constrained to pause, momentarily, in their performance, to hearken to the sound; and thus the waltzers perforce ceased their evolutions; and there was a brief disconcert of the whole gay company; and, while the chimes of the clock yet rang, it was observed that the giddiest grew pale, and the more aged and sedate passed their hands over their brows as if in confused reverie or meditation. But when the echoes had fully ceased, a light laughter at once pervaded the assembly; the musicians looked at each other and smiled as if at their own nervousness and folly, and made whispering vows, each to the other, that the next chiming of the clock should produce in them no similar emotion; and then, after the lapse of sixty minutes, (which embrace three thousand and six hundred seconds of the Time that flies,) there came yet another chiming of the clock, and then were the same disconcert and tremulousness and meditation as before.

The chiming of the clock: ebony wood and black pepper, narcissus blossom and tuberose, clanging with dull, heavy opoponax and thick olibanum.

THE TASTES OF THE DUKE WERE PECULIAR But, in spite of these things, it was a gay and magnificent revel. The tastes of the duke were peculiar. He had a fine eye for colors and effects. He disregarded the decora of mere fashion. His plans were bold and fiery, and his conceptions glowed with barbaric lustre. There are some who would have thought him mad. His followers felt that he was not. It was necessary to hear and see and touch him to be sure that he was not.

The swirl of a thousand glittering vices: absinthe and laudanum, opium poppy and neroli, star anise and black currant, whip leather and iron shackles, gilded vanilla flower and King mandarin.

GLARE AND GLITTER AND PIQUANCY AND PHANTASM He had directed, in great part, the moveable embellishments of the seven chambers, upon occasion of this great fete; and it was his own guiding taste which had given character to the masqueraders. Be sure they were grotesque. There were much glare and glitter and piquancy and phantasm -- much of what has been since seen in "Hernani." There were arabesque figures with unsuited limbs and appointments. There were delirious fancies such as the madman fashions.

Delirious fancies such as the madman fashions, arabesque figures with unsuited limbs and appointments: orris absolute and leather contorted by cherry and orange blossom.

A MULTITUDE OF DREAMS There was much of the beautiful, much of the wanton, much of the bizarre, something of the terrible, and not a little of that which might have excited disgust. To and fro in the seven chambers there stalked, in fact, a multitude of dreams. And these -- the dreams -- writhed in and about, taking hue from the rooms, and causing the wild music of the orchestra to seem as the echo of their steps.

A blackened lavender mist, thick with opoponax, licorice root, and benzoin.

ALL IS SILENT SAVE THE VOICE OF THE CLOCK And, anon, there strikes the ebony clock which stands in the hall of the velvet. And then, for a moment, all is still, and all is silent save the voice of the clock. The dreams are stiff-frozen as they stand. But the echoes of the chime die away -- they have endured but an instant -- and a light, half-subdued laughter floats after them as they depart. And now again the music swells, and the dreams live, and writhe to and fro more merrily than ever, taking hue from the many-tinted windows through which stream the rays from the tripods.

Dreams writhing to and fro, bubbling up from half-subdued laughter: pink peppercorn, jasmine sambac, and cypress bubbling up through half-subdued white lavender, stabbed through with streams of red musk and black currant.

THE NIGHT IS WANING AWAY But to the chamber which lies most westwardly of the seven, there are now none of the maskers who venture; for the night is waning away; and there flows a ruddier light through the blood-colored panes; and the blackness of the sable drapery appals; and to him whose foot falls upon the sable carpet, there comes from the near clock of ebony a muffled peal more solemnly emphatic than any which reaches their ears who indulge in the more remote gaieties of the other apartments. But these other apartments were densely crowded, and in them beat feverishly the heart of life.

Night-blooming jasmine and cereus reflected through ruddy musk and crimson amber.

THE SOUNDING OF MIDNIGHT UPON THE CLOCK And the revel went whirlingly on, until at length there commenced the sounding of midnight upon the clock. And then the music ceased, as I have told; and the evolutions of the waltzers were quieted; and there was an uneasy cessation of all things as before. But now there were twelve strokes to be sounded by the bell of the clock; and thus it happened, perhaps, that more of thought crept, with more of time, into the meditations of the thoughtful among those who revelled. And thus, too, it happened, perhaps, that before the last echoes of the last chime had utterly sunk into silence, there were many individuals in the crowd who had found leisure to become aware of the presence of a masked figure which had arrested the attention of no single individual before. And the rumor of this new presence having spread itself whisperingly around, there arose at length from the whole company a buzz, or murmur, expressive of disapprobation and surprise --then, finally, of terror, of horror, and of disgust.

Terror, horror, and disgust: a bowel-churning sweet clench of myrhh and green musk in a pool of suffocating black moss and a shock of white cognac.

THE SCARLET HORROR In an assembly of phantasms such as I have painted, it may well be supposed that no ordinary appearance could have excited such sensation. In truth the masquerade license of the night was nearly unlimited; but the figure in question had out-Heroded Herod, and gone beyond the bounds of even the prince's indefinite decorum. There are chords in the hearts of the most reckless which cannot be touched without emotion. Even with the utterly lost, to whom life and death are equally jests, there are matters of which no jest can be made. The whole company, indeed, seemed now deeply to feel that in the costume and bearing of the stranger neither wit nor propriety existed. The figure was tall and gaunt, and shrouded from head to foot in the habiliments of the grave. The mask which concealed the visage was made so nearly to resemble the countenance of a stiffened corpse that the closest scrutiny must have had difficulty in detecting the cheat. And yet all this might have been endured, if not approved, by the mad revellers around. But the mummer had gone so far as to assume the type of the Red Death. His vesture was dabbled in blood --and his broad brow, with all the features of the face, was besprinkled with the scarlet horror.

When the eyes of Prince Prospero fell upon this spectral image (which with a slow and solemn movement, as if more fully to sustain its role, stalked to and fro among the waltzers) he was seen to be convulsed, in the first moment with a strong shudder either of terror or distaste; but, in the next, his brow reddened with rage.

"Who dares?" he demanded hoarsely of the courtiers who stood near him -- "who dares insult us with this blasphemous mockery? Seize him and unmask him -- that we may know whom we have to hang at sunrise, from the battlements!"

Blasphemous mockery: blood musk and vetiver.

A GROUP OF PALE COURTIERS It was in the eastern or blue chamber in which stood the Prince Prospero as he uttered these words. They rang throughout the seven rooms loudly and clearly -- for the prince was a bold and robust man, and the music had become hushed at the waving of his hand.

It was in the blue room where stood the prince, with a group of pale courtiers by his side. At first, as he spoke, there was a slight rushing movement of this group in the direction of the intruder, who at the moment was also near at hand, and now, with deliberate and stately step, made closer approach to the speaker.

A sycophant’s polished stench: green musk fougere, lime, and rose-tufted wig powder.

A CERTAIN NAMELESS AWE But from a certain nameless awe with which the mad assumptions of the mummer had inspired the whole party, there were found none who put forth hand to seize him; so that, unimpeded, he passed within a yard of the prince's person; and, while the vast assembly, as if with one impulse, shrank from the centres of the rooms to the walls, he made his way uninterruptedly, but with the same solemn and measured step which had distinguished him from the first, through the blue chamber to the purple -- through the purple to the green -- through the green to the orange -- through this again to the white -- and even thence to the violet, ere a decided movement had been made to arrest him.

Death unimpeded: bone-white sandalwood, dry cognac, and chilled ambergris accord.

A DEADLY TERROR THAT HAD SEIZED UPON ALL It was then, however, that the Prince Prospero, maddening with rage and the shame of his own momentary cowardice, rushed hurriedly through the six chambers, while none followed him on account of a deadly terror that had seized upon all.

He bore aloft a drawn dagger, and had approached, in rapid impetuosity, to within three or four feet of the retreating figure, when the latter, having attained the extremity of the velvet apartment, turned suddenly and confronted his pursuer. There was a sharp cry --and the dagger dropped gleaming upon the sable carpet, upon which, instantly afterwards, fell prostrate in death the Prince Prospero. Then, summoning the wild courage of despair, a throng of the revellers at once threw themselves into the black apartment, and, seizing the mummer, whose tall figure stood erect and motionless within the shadow of the ebony clock, gasped in unutterable horror at finding the grave-cerements and corpse-like mask which they handled with so violent a rudeness, untenanted by any tangible form.

The wild courage of despair: a screech of blood orange and a splash of blood entangled in a corpse-mask of tattered white sandalwood stained with balsam and a grime-crusted winding sheet.

ILLIMITABLE DOMINION OVER ALL And now was acknowledged the presence of the Red Death. He had come like a thief in the night. And one by one dropped the revellers in the blood-bedewed halls of their revel, and died each in the despairing posture of his fall. And the life of the ebony clock went out with that of the last of the gay. And the flames of the tripods expired. And Darkness and Decay and the Red Death held illimitable dominion over all.

Darkness, Decay, and the Red Death: blood musk and black tobacco, birch tar and bleeding cypress sap.

Listen to Poe’s complete tale here, on our YouTube Channel:

++ PICKMAN GALLERY 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ARKHAM’S PICKMAN GALLERY ACQUIRES CURIOUS COLLECTION OF GOAT ART, DEEMED ‘GREATEST OF ALL TIME’ Greatest Of All Time: Portraits of Genus Capra on view at the Pickman Gallery from September 22 to December 28, 2018, Arkham, MA — On view from September 18 through December 28, 2018 at Pickman Gallery, Arkham, MA, Greatest Of All Time: Portraits of Genus Capra. Greatest Of All Time is guest curated by the Santa Fe Art Institute’s Antonia Vasquez-Thackeray, who also holds a degree in Livestock Science.  In this first-of-its-kind exhibition, Mx. Vasquez-Thackeray explores the social co-evolution of humankind and goatkind, a history which stretches back at least 10,000 years. Researchers note that goat remains have been found at archaeological sites in Western Asia including Jericho, Choga Mami, Djeitun, and Çayönü. Via their innate curiosity and horizontally-pupilled eyes, goats have enjoyed a unique view of human civilization, and our ancestors’ myths and legends have proven us nothing if not fearful of their scrutiny. “Our projections in terms of goat consciousness and goat archetypes have eclipsed anything a goat might tell us about us, or itself,“ Vasquez-Thackeray writes in the introduction to her upcoming MY GOAT, MY INQUISITOR, a salvo against the bias and anthropomorphism that has infected the relations between these two closely interrelated worlds -- but which carefully does not disavow the propensity for deceit, diabolism and witchcraft within the Caprian mind. Greatest of All Time consists of works hand-selected to commune with our species’ most recent common ancestor. About this evolutionary MacGuffin, Max Robinson, Ph.D. Molecular Biology and Biotechnology & Evolutionary Genetics, University of Washington, has written: “Millions of years ago, there was some kind of animal that eventually evolved into both goats and humans. It probably had claws rather than hooves or hands. It had a liver, four legs, eyes, and a brain, just like humans and goats still do.” Unfathomably, a lineage extends directly from that ancestor to this season’s exhibition, which will serve as a family reunion of sorts: several goats from Vasquez-Thackeray’s personal herd will be in residence as docents throughout the duration of the show. (Their reactions to the art as well as to the guests will be recorded via motion-capture and analyzed by individuals from SFAI, MIT, and, by special request, members of Arkham’s Thousand Young Lodge.

A BOAR AND A GOAT 18th century Russian lubok, illustrator unknown Red amber, frankincense CO2 absolute, green fig, labdanum, King mandarin, Atlas cedar, and bitter almond.

A HOARD OF CREATURES WITH THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS BEFORE A TAVERN Cornelis Saftleven Peru balsam, leather, castoreum accord, frankincense, and hay.

A YOUNG BOY AND HIS BROTHER SEATED ON A GOAT Christoffel Pierson Polished mahogany, copal resin, Java sandalwood, teakwood, and Sumantran patchouli.

AN ENCAMPMENT OF SHEPHERDS Tassili N'Ajjer, 4000-1500BC Tonka bean, red clay, rose tobacco, and oudh.

ANIMAL ALLEGORY Cornelis Saftleven Dust, dry incense, parchment, and tobacco leaf.

BOY WITH GOAT IN A LANDSCAPE Rudolf Koller Grapevine and ivy, olive blossom, lavender, cypress, bay leaf, honey myrtle, Tuscany sage, and jasmine sambac.

CABRAS Giuseppe Palizzi Black pine, white sage, creeping ivy, and wild juniper.

EEN SATYR Jacob Jordaens A heavy, animalic musk with cognac, fir balsam, grapevine, black cypress, patchouli, honey, and copaiba balsam.

THE GOAT AND THE VINE Harrison Weir Golden apples, cedar and redwood trellises heavy with grapevine, beeswax, hemp, vanilla benzoin, and bois de rose.

THE GREAT HE-GOAT Francisco Goya Haitian vetiver, Egyptian amber, carnation, black musk, pomegranate, patchouli, and smoked ginger.

HALF-HUMAN, HALF-MONKEY BARBERS SHAVING A GOAT Engraving by G. van der Gucht after J. Wootton Bay rum, hay, dried alfalfa, aftershave, and cork stalk.

JACOB WITH THE DAUGHTERS OF LABAN

Louis Gauffier Lebanese cedar, chamomile, frankincense, and cinnamon.

JUPITER NOURISHED BY THE GOAT AMALTHEA Engraving by Jacques Jordaens Goat’s milk, nectar, ambrosia, and honey.

LITHOGRAPH OF A MOUNTAIN GOAT H Weir White sandalwood, black pepper, muguet, agarwood, labdanum, and 3-year aged patchouli.

RUHENDE ZIEGE MIT KITZCHEN

Johann Christian Reinhart Brown musk, leather, castoreum accord, white cedar, amber oudh, and clove bud.

STUDIE EINER ZIEGE Pieter Boel Sweet labdanum with clove, tobacco absolute, and guiac wood.

TWO SHEEP AND TWO GOATS RESTING TOGETHER IN A FIELD A. Ducote Sweet vetiver, bourbon vanilla, and wool.

VENUS PANDEMOS Venus Pandemos Hay, rose otto, red benzoin, torch smoke, and pink carnation.

THE WITCHES’ RIDE

Otto Goetze Red roses and vetiver with cashmere incense, rue, and cauldron spices.

ZOE AND THE GOAT

Lorenz Frølich Caramelized patchouli, cream, and thick golden honey.

++ HALLOWEEN: POMEGRANATE GROVE

About the pomegranate I must say nothing, for its story is something of a mystery. - Pausanias

POMEGRANATE GROVE: ALICE

POMEGRANATE GROVE: DORIAN

POMEGRANATE GROVE: EMBALMING FLUID

POMEGRANATE GROVE: MOROCCO

POMEGRANATE GROVE: SNAKE OIL

++ HALLOWEEN: PILE OF LEAVES

Every leaf tells a story.

DEAD LEAVES AND MAPLE SAP

DEAD LEAVES, BLACKBERRY, AND RED PATCHOULI

DEAD LEAVES, GREEN COGNAC, IRIS ROOT, AND WHITE LEATHER

DEAD LEAVES, SWEET MYRRH, LEATHER, GREEN POMELO, AND RED CURRANT

DEAD LEAVES, BOURBON VETIVER, NAGARMOTHA, AND VANILLA ABSOLUTE

DEAD LEAVES AND RED CARNATIONS

DEAD LEAVES AND PUMPKIN SEEDS

DEAD LEAVES AND SCOTCH

DEAD LEAVES AND WARM SUGAR COOKIES

DEAD LEAVES, SWEET OAKMOSS, WHITE SAGE, AND CHAPARRAL

DEAD LEAVES AND VANILLA INCENSE

DEAD LEAVES, APRICOT, AMBERGRIS, AND TOBACCO

DEAD LEAVES AND COFFEE BEANS

DEAD LEAVES, BLACK TEA, AND TOBACCO LEAF

DEAD LEAVES, MAGNOLIA CHAMPACA, AMBERETTE SEED, PERU BALSAM, AND SUGARED CHESTNUTS

DEAD LEAVES, RED WINE, AND BLACK OUDH

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❏ RPM CLUTCH SPORTSBAR

RPM Raceway will also be the first to offer dining operations with 138 seats at The Clutch Sportsbar, featuring a chef-driven take on upscale bar food using fresh, high-quality ingredients and 12 local craft beers on tap.  

RPM Raceway will feature alternative experiential entertainment activities including, RPM Lanes, a 14-lane bowling facility that boasts high-definition scoring and HD video, glow in the dark lanes, automatic bumpers for kids and more, perfect for all ages and group outings.

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BONE-IN RIBEYE $35

18oz bone-in ribeye, house-cut steak fries, grilled baby bell peppers, smokey demi-glaze

CLUTCH KIDS

CHICKEN FINGERS + FRIES $7

GRILLED CHEESE + FRIES $5

PASTA $5

Marinara Sauce *Add Meatball $2

CHEESE QUESADILLA $5

CHEESE BURGER + FRIES $7

MAC N CHEESE $5

[tastytres]

Good morning everyone we hope you had a great weekend! This weeks menu is a Valentines weekend special! To start off this amazing meal we have a Classic Ceasar Salad followed with a Maple Bourbon Glazed Sirloin Steak served with Garlic and Parmesan Fingerling Potatoes and Fresh Sautéed Green Beans. To finish off this great meal how about a 3 layer Mini Red Velvet Cake ! All this for just 25$ this is a great deal ! Treat your special person with this amazing meal trust us they will love it! See you all friday ! #WHENGOODFOODMATTERS 👩‍🍳👨🏿‍🍳 https://www.instagram.com/p/CLEb0OLhpU8/?igshid=10498bmrajl7j

[livinginlandmarketing]

In a normal year, Southern California’s casinos offer dozens of options for Christmas dining ranging from full buffet smorgasbords to unique options such as sushi.

However, with the novel coronavirus pandemic, many of the properties have revamped their approach this year by limiting dining options and adding offerings such as to-go meals. But chances are you can still find something tasty.

(While Southern California restaurants have been ordered to stop in-person dining, the tribally owned casinos are on sovereign land, so they are able to continue to be open.)

Here are 18 different choices for Christmas dinner at the casinos.

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs 

401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com.

Holiday To-Go: The Palm Springs casino is offering to-go meals that feed 8-10 people. Meals include a whole roasted turkey with chestnut sage stuffing, cream of chicken soup, whipped mashed potatoes, turkey giblet gravy, rolls and more. Dessert includes pecan pie and New York-style cheesecake. $210. Orders must be placed by Dec. 21 and will be available for curbside pickup on Dec. 25. sparesortcasino.com.

Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage 

32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com.

The Steakhouse (Rancho Mirage): Pre-fixe menu featuring choice of veal chop and Alaskan king Crab or salmon coulibiac. 5-11 p.m., Dec. 25. $95. Reservations recommended, and can be made by calling 888-999-1995.

360 Sports: Prime rib sandwich, horseradish mayo, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, arugula and potato flats. 11 a.m.-midnight, Dec. 25. $16.

Holiday To-Go: The Rancho Mirage Resort is offering to-go meals that feed between 6-8 people. Meals come with a maple-dijon glazed honey baked ham with pineapple, tomato bisque, dinner rolls, baby lettuce salad, haricot vert green beans, pasta primavera, virgin eggnog and more. Dessert is a holiday yule log cake. $210. Orders must be placed by Dec. 21 for curbside pickup on Dec. 25. hotwatercasino.com.

Southern California’s casinos will be serving a wide variety of meal options for Christmas, including turkey, ham and prime rib. (iStock photo)

Augustine Casino 

84-001 Ave. 54, Coachella. 760-391-9500, augustinecasino.com.

Café 54: Christmas dinner includes prime rib and lobster with baked potato, asparagus and glass of Champagne. 11:30 a.m.- 8 p.m., Dec. 25. $28.95. Reservations are required and must be made no later than Dec. 18. They can be made by calling 760-391-9504.

Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa

49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com.

Cielo: Brown butter Jerusalem artichoke soup; braised bone-in short rib with cheesy polenta cakes and honey-roasted root vegetables; and Othello layer cake with chocolate ganache, hazelnut buttercream, espresso and Baileys-soaked sponge. 5-11 p.m., Dec. 25. $68 per person. Reservations recommended and can be made by calling 800-252-4499, ext. 6.

Good Times Café: Salad with beets, arugula, candied walnuts, radish and blue cheese pomegranate vinaigrette; roast beef tenderloin with potato gratin, broccoli and red wine sauce; and pecan pie cheesecake. 11 a.m. Dec. 25 – 3 a.m. Dec. 26.  $32.99 per person.

Sideline Bar & Grill: Sideline bacon cheeseburger Philly with thousand island dressing, mayonnaise, bacon, cheese, onions, lettuce, tomato and pickle. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-3 a.m. Dec. 26. $14.

Pink Coffee: Serving a chocolate Buche de Noel throughout December. $7.50.

Pit Stop Diner (Casino Morongo): Candied walnut salad; slow roasted braised short ribs with mashed potatoes, demi-glace, cherry tomato and asparagus; spiced eggnog cheesecake with a gingerbread crust. 8 a.m. Dec. 25 midnight Dec. 26. $21.99 per person.

Christmas to-go: You can order a complete meal for eight people to-go from the Cabazon complex. The meals, prepared by Morongo’s chefs, include an entrée, sides and dessert.

Prices are $175 for a 16-18-pound turkey; $185 for a 10-pound glazed carving ham with pineapple bourbon glaze; or $215 for an 8-pound slow-roasted prime rib of beef. Sides include mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, sage stuffing, baby carrots and baked yams with honey and marshmallows, among other items. Comes with choice of apple, pecan or pumpkin pie.

Meals can be ordered by calling 866-234-7006 or visiting morongocasinoresort.com and can be picked up beginning at noon on Dec. 24 or 10 a.m. Dec. 25.

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Pechanga Resort Casino

45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. 877-711-2946, pechanga.com.

Holiday To-Go: The Temecula area resort has to-go meals in two different sizes. There’s an option for a bone-in prime rib that serves six ($175) and a bone-in prime rib that serves 12 ($350). Meals include mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots, brussels sprouts, au jus, creamy horseradish, rolls and butter, apple pie or pecan pie. Orders can be picked up curbside from Blends Coffee & Wine Bar from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 25. Orders must be placed by Dec. 17 and can be made by calling 951-770-2307.

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San Manuel Casino

777 San Manuel Blvd, Highland. 800-359-2464, sanmanuel.com.

Note: San Manuel is not offering full-service dining for the time being, so all orders are to-go.

Food Court: Slow-cooked prime rib sandwich with garlic fries. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-1 a.m, Dec. 26.  $19.

Rock & Brews: 10-ounce roasted turkey breast with gravy, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and cranberry chutney. $19.95. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Dec. 25.

George Lopez’s Chingon Kitchen: Red pork pozole. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-1 a.m., Dec. 26. $15.

Soboba Casino Resort 

22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto. 951-665-1000, soboba.com.

Canyons: Maple-scented butternut squash bisque, grilled prime filet and jumbo prawns and buche de noel for dessert. 5-10 p.m., Dec. 25. $85. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling  1-866-476-2622.

Fairway Cafe: Choice of winter salad with a parsley lemon vinaigrette or roasted red pepper and gouda bisque; choice of coffee-crusted beef tenderloin or Australian rack of lamb; and pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. 11 a.m. Dec. 25-midnight Dec. 26. $28.

Noodle Bar: Egg drop soup for two; braised short ribs with wine sauce, vegetables and rice; and lemongrass creme brulee for dessert. Noon Dec. 25 -1 a.m. Dec. 26. $32.

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[sweetoothgirl]

HI! Big fan of your blog! I have noticed you are posting a lot of like pie recipes for Thanksgiving and I was wonder if you had any dessert ideas for Thanksgiving that are not pie? I'm not a big pie fan :((( but i love the flavors of fall, like pumpkin and apple and pecan, so if you have any cake or cookies or other desserts for Thanksgiving that you can recommend I will love you forever :DDDD THANK YOUU

I GOT YOU FRIEND

Here is a master list of NON-PIE THANKSGIVING DESSERTS

CAKE

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/103580913182/chocolate-pumpkin-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166755677204/pumpkin-pie-layer-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165780318225/caramel-apple-layer-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166373379411/pecan-pie-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166088877058/brown-sugar-pound-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165844625330/sweet-potato-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/137187562974/incredibly-gooey-collapsing-chocolate-bourbon

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165989490602/the-best-autumn-cake-gluten-free-carrot-fig-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166017188725/how-to-make-pumpkin-roll

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165988170392/pumpkin-spice-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133772502764/pear-cardamon-cake-w-brown-butter-frosting

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/131763590451/pumpkin-pie-layer-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/104716328522/rosemary-corn-cake-with-a-honey-brown-butter

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166268887952/cardamom-cognac-apple-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133371350921/apple-goat-cheese-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166196102856/spiced-apple-cake-with-brown-butter-buttercream

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166379043098/german-apple-cake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166864497722/pumpkin-poke-cake

COOKIES

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/167166143687/soft-frosted-maple-cinnamon-sugar-cookies

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/167104028187/browned-butter-pecan-chocolate-chip-cookies

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166015821931/cinnamon-spiced-sugar-cookies-with-browned-butter

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166513642775/pear-walnut-cake-with-honey-buttercream

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133887602492/turkey-peanut-butter-cookies

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165986028245/apple-cinnamon-oatmeal-cookies

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166831226982/mystic-pumpkin-cookies

CHEESECAKE

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/152034085492/butternut-squash-greek-yogurt-cheesecake-bars

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133839010557/no-bake-sparkling-cranberry-orange-cheesecake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133837220451/almost-no-bake-pumpkin-cheesecake-mousse-pie

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133828446077/brown-sugar-pumpkin-cheesecake-with-pistachio

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/103307894287/no-bake-bourbon-pecan-pie-cheesecakes

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133376590356/pumpkin-cheesecake-with-oreo-crust

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133572812652/classic-pumpkin-pie-cheesecake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166617250545/pumpkin-cheesecake

CUPCAKES

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165987677682/butter-pecan-cupcakes

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/132977168712/chocolate-turkey-cupcakes

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133375692786/uglycupcakes-pilgrim-hat-thanksgiving-cupcakes

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165781406837/uglycupcakes-gluten-free-apple-cupcakes

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133380144709/sweet-potato-cupcakes-with-maple-walnut-frosting

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133570258824/pumpkin-cupcakes-w-cinnamon-cream-cheese-frosting

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166767930472/sweetoothgirl-pumpkin-cupcakes-with-cream

BREAD/ BARS/ BROWNIES

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166380214706/apple-crisp-bars

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166764760907/maple-glazed-apple-pull-apart-bread

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133835427077/salted-caramel-candied-pecan-carmelitas

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166763438349/pecan-butternut-squash-bread

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133901831763/pumpkin-caramel-cheesecake-bars-w-streusel

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166339151824/pumpkin-cheesecake-brownies

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166553253858/pumpkin-bourbon-cream-and-toasted-pecan-pull

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133903553686/caramel-apple-crisp-bars

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133900981251/dulce-de-leche-pumpkin-cheesecake-bars

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133841668882/caramel-apple-crisp-bars

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166202769408/caramel-cheesecake-stuffed-apple-bread

PASTRIES

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166575411540/pumpkin-spice-pumpkins

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/158875432967/puff-pastry-almond-croissants

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166058219672/apple-fritter-cinnamon-roll-bake

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133830956707/easier-homemade-extra-flaky-homemade-crescent

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133904420727/brown-butter-and-salted-maple-pecan-sticky-buns

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/165993753708/apple-cinnamon-rolls

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166233999100/maple-oat-scones-with-espresso-glaze

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/132059439822/double-baked-almond-croissants-two-ways-pumpkin

OTHER 

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/167242801662/pumpkin-bread-pudding

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166857646937/mini-pumpkin-pie-rice-krispies

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/134488735701/bourbon-baked-apples

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/134210033057/pumpkin-pie-fudge

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133629461212/pumpkin-pie-parfaits-vegan-gf

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166060477922/skinny-caramel-apple-dip

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/152666009900/sweet-potato-pie-dutch-baby

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/133902706785/the-best-vegan-apple-crisp

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/132967491535/oreo-turkeys

http://sweetoothgirl.tumblr.com/post/166238421050/cinnamon-apple-icebox-cake

HAPPY BAKING X

[thedeglutenizer]

Come see me today at the Wednesday Green Market at Marina Square in downtown Fort Pierce, 12-6p! Everything is homemade and gluten-free, and I’m running my Thanksgiving pie raffle! Options for the raffle include pumpkin, sweet potato, and maple bourbon pecan. Stop by to enter! Coffee rub seasoning blend-$3 Cheesoning spice blend-$3 Brownie-$2 Sugar-free low carb almond cookies-$3 Sugar-free low carb pumpkin spice cookies-$4 Peanut butter cookies-$4 Ginger snaps-$4 Chocolate chip cookies-$5 Chocolate chip pecan cookies-$6 Pumpkin orange bread-$5 Blueberry bread-$5 Banana bread-$5 Banana nut bread-$6 Vegan chocolate cake-$5 Raffle ticket-$1 Our seasonal vendors are back, so come today for glazed nuts, homemade pickles, essential oil remedies, Florida fashions, shell crafts, soy candles, handmade jewelry and crochet accessories, fresh produce (organic and conventional), Italian ice, and more! #glutenfree #homemade #baking #bakedgoods #greenmarket #farmersmarket #holiday #thanksgiving #pie #raffle #vendor #entrepreneur #fortpierce #ftpierce #florida #treasurecoast #cookies #brownies #cake #vegan #sugarfree #pumpkin #chocolate #ginger #peanutbutter #bananabread (at Wednesday Green Market)

[ellocentipede]

Mystic Music Soaps Mardi Gras Collection

I’m from Mobile, which happens to be the birthplace of Mardi Gras in the United States, and Mardi Gras is one of my favorite things in life. There’s king cake in my veins. I was thrilled when Annette of Mystic Music Soaps told me that she was crafting a Mardi Gras collection. It’s a wonderful collection! As always, Annette’s soap formula is super creamy and luxe, and her bubble bars create ample bubbles, smell wonderful, and crumble effortlessly under the tap!

Bourbon Street

Scent description:  This soaping experience was inspired by the talkers and bards of The Beat era. It captures the mood of a smoky nightclub where poets and hip cats came to pontificate over the sounds of cool jazz. Swirls of tonka bean and sandalwood combine with rose and buddha wood to evoke the scents of espresso, whiskey and fine French cigarettes which surely filled the air. This is our professional interpretation of Lush® brand The Voice of Reason™.

Well this is wonderful. I only have a sample of it and I regret not getting a full-sized bar, so I shall have to remedy that! I don’t think that I’ve ever smelled the Voice of Reason scent, but now I’m curious to try it. It’s a lovely smoky woods blend. I smell smooth sandalwood and rosewood, and a hint of rich, non-acrid cigar smoke. It’s lovely--mysterious and elegant.

Chicory@Cafe du Monde

Scent description:  This soap represents the chicory version of Café du Monde's café au lait. Crafted with fresh brewed chicory coffee (in place of distilled water), fresh ground chicory beans and topped with cream and hints of fragrant, sweet vanilla. There's enough ground chicory in this brew/soap to make a grand scrub and possibly replace your morning or evening body exfoliating routine.

When Annette told me that she was making this soap, I was super excited because I love chicory café au laits! When I lived in New Orleans I sipped on many an iced café au lait while strolling around the Quarter. This soap is glorious. It would be awesome for a morning shower. The exfoliating grounds are a genius addition--gentle and efficient scrubbers! This soap is a must for coffee lovers. 

King Cake

Scent description: Rich, brioche buttery dough, cinnamon, nutmeg, cream cheese and maple brown sugar glaze.

I love king cake. It may be my favorite food. When I was pregnant I ate six king cakes throughout the Mardi Gras season and it was glorious. Part of what makes king cake so wonderful is that it’s not overly sweet. I love it for breakfast. Anyhow, this is a wonderful king cake scent that is the truest one that I’ve come across. BPAL’s King Cake perfume smelled nothing like real king cake to me, and it broke my heart. If you felt the same way, try Annette’s version. It smells like sweet brioche with a hint of sweet (not sharp or spicy) cinnamon, and a slick of cream cheese frosting. Gorgeous. I’m going to have to pick up some bubble bars in this scent!

Nights in White Satin

Scent description:  Nights In White Satin is a mingling of lavender, ylang-ylang and tonka bean creating something sultry and relaxing at the same time. This is our professional interpretation of Lush® brand Twilight™.

I love Twilight, and I feel like Annette’s version is...better than Twilight?! Is that possible? It is. It’s a sugary sweet, breezy, pillow soft lavender scent. Almost like a soporific lavender cotton candy. Really lovely! I hope that Annette will make more items with this scent in the future!

Mystic Music Soaps’ beautiful handmade soaps, bath products, and candles may be perused and purchased at https://www.mysticmusicsoaps.com/ 

[higherfeed]

The Best Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes to Make From Scratch

For many home cooks, dessert is the final frontier. Even if you can put out a roasted turkey with skin that shines like gold foil, baking a cake can seem as mysterious as building a blockchain. And it’s true: Baking requires certain skills, such as patience and meticulousness, that cooking does not always demand. But if you can get good at one, you can get good at the other. Campfire Stonefruit Jars With Brown Sugar and Vanilla Ice CreamWe’ve developed four desserts—with an assist from the new fall cookbooks Ama: A Modern Tex-Mex Kitchen, whose biscuits crown our maple peach cobbler, and Dinner at the Club: 100 Years of Stories and Recipes from South Philly’s Palizzi Social Club, whose ricotta cheesecake is the base for a show-stopping version made with gorgonzola. ]] None of these recipes is terribly difficult. And once you master the basics, you’ll be riffing on them by New Year’s.

Blue Cheesecake with Caramelized Apples

Crust 2 cups pecans 1⁄4 cup granulated sugar 3⁄4 cup all-purpose flour 3⁄4 cup melted butter 2 egg yolks 2 pinches kosher salt Butter, for greasing ]] Directions: Heat oven to 325°F. Grind pecans in food processor into a coarse meal. Add remaining ingredients and pulse until evenly combined to make the crust. Lightly grease a 10-inch springform pan with butter. Press crust into the pan, packing it down with the end of a rolling pin to make it as flat and even as possible. Bake crust for 20 minutes until golden brown and cool completely. Wrap outside of the pan in plastic. Filling 20 oz cream cheese 12 oz Gorgonzola 15 oz ricotta 11 oz mascarpone 1⁄2 cup granulated sugar 1⁄4 tsp cornstarch 3 eggs plus 2 yolks 2 pinches kosher salt Directions: Raise oven to 350°F. Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Whip on medium-high speed for 6 minutes, scraping down sides of bowl as needed to make sure everything is well-mixed. Spread filling over the pecan crust, filling pan about 3⁄4 of the way (there may be some left over). Smooth the surface. Fill a large roasting pan with water and set cake in center; the water should go halfway up the sides of pan. Place in center rack of oven and bake for 2 1⁄2 hours until filling is fully set (a slight jiggle or no jiggle). Turn off oven and allow pie to rest in oven for 30 minutes. Crack oven door and let pie continue to rest another 20 minutes. Remove pie and put plastic wrap directly on surface. Cool overnight in refrigerator. ]] Caramelized Apples 2 tbsp butter 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1⁄2-inch thick 3⁄4 cup honey 1⁄4 cup brown sugar Pinch kosher salt 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving Honeycomb, for serving Sea salt, for serving Directions: Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add apples. Saut until golden and slightly softened, about 5 minutes, then add honey and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then immediately reduce heat to low. Cook until shiny and thick, then add salt and thyme. Unwrap the cheesecake and run a small knife or spatula around the inside of the pan to loosen. Remove outer ring of the springform pan and transfer cheesecake to a platter. Spoon caramelized apples over cheesecake. Garnish with honeycomb, thyme, and sea salt. Jack of All Trades: Why Pumpkin Is a Great Nutritional Option All Year Round

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Maple Peach Cobbler

Filling 2 lbs frozen peeled peach slices 1⁄2 cup granulated sugar 1⁄2 cup maple syrup 1⁄4 tbsp vanilla extract 1⁄2 tsp cinnamon 2 tbsp all-purpose flour Whipped cream or ice cream, for serving Heat oven to 400°F. Combine ingredients except whipped cream in large mixing bowl and stir to coat. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish and bake for 45 minutes until peaches are soft (but not falling apart) and a thick, sticky sauce has formed. Remove from oven, and cool to room temperature. Biscuits 3 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp granulated sugar 2 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp fine sea salt 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1⁄4-inch pieces 3⁄4 cup heavy cream, cold 1⁄2 cup buttermilk Directions: While peaches are baking, make the biscuit dough. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl and mix. Add cold butter. Using your fingers, pinch the pieces of butter and flour together so that you get uneven shards and beads of butter. (Don’t work the butter for long.) Make a well in the middle, pour in cream and buttermilk, and stir to combine. With your fingers, fold the dry ingredients into the wet ones just until combined. The dough will be moist and crumbly; press it into a small rectangle and cover with plastic wrap. Chill. When peaches have cooled, unwrap and roll out the dough to roughly 1⁄2-inch thick. Tear off irregular pieces and place here and there over the peaches. (Rewrap and save any excess dough for future use.) Decrease oven to 350°F and bake cobbler 40 to 50 minutes, until biscuits are lightly golden on top. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream or ice cream. The Last Word on How to Make Perfect S’mores

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Pear & Pistachio Tart

1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped for serving 1⁄2 cup honey 4 tbsp heavy cream Pinch kosher salt 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed 2 large firm pears, cored and sliced into 1⁄4-inch rounds 1 egg, beaten 2 tbsp apricot jam 1 tbsp water Sea salt, for serving Candied orange peel (substitute fresh orange zest), for serving Directions: Heat oven to 400°F. Combine pistachios, honey, cream, and salt in a food processor. Process until mostly smooth and reserve. Gently roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and transfer to a sheet pan lightly greased with butter. Spread an even layer of the pistachio paste across the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border on each side. Arrange pear slices in overlapping shingles. Brush beaten egg onto border of pastry. Bake for 20 minutes or until pastry border is fully risen and golden brown. Remove from oven and cool completely. While tart is cooling, make the glaze by warming jam and water in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk to combine and gently brush cooled pears with glaze. Garnish tart with chopped pistachios, sea salt, and candied orange. Cut into squares and serve. How to Make a Thanksgiving Feast With Flavors From Around the World

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Banana Bourbon Bread Pudding

1 large loaf bread (about 1 lb), cubed 10 eggs 2 cups light brown sugar, divided 1 3⁄4 cups heavy cream 1⁄4 cup bourbon or whiskey 1 tsp cinnamon 1⁄2 tsp nutmeg Pinch kosher salt 5 bananas, halved lengthwise 2 tbsp salted butter, diced Sea salt, for serving Whipped cream or ice cream, for serving ] Directions: Heat oven to 300°F. Arrange bread cubes in an even layer on a sheet pan and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool 30 minutes. Transfer to a 4-quart baking dish. Whisk the eggs in a medium mixing bowl. Add 1 cup of the brown sugar, cream, bourbon, spices, and salt. Whisk until completely combined. Pour mixture over bread to evenly coat, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Heat oven to 350°F. Bake bread pudding for 1 hour, or until a skewer inserted into center of pudding comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool slightly. If pudding is puffed up, lightly press down with the back of a heavy pan. Layer banana slices cut-side up across the center of the pudding and evenly cover with remaining brown sugar. Distribute butter over surface. Caramelize bananas with a crème brûlée torch. Alternately, place dish under a low broiler for 5 minutes, rotating dish 180 degrees halfway through, being careful to watch for burning. Garnish with sea salt and serve warm, topped with whipped cream or ice cream. Read the full article