Author: Linda

Cooking with Nunzio – Collingswood Farmer’s Market

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Chef Nunzio Patruno

For the rest of this week we’re doing something a little different here at Fabulous Fare Sisters. We’ll be highlighting a local Chef today and sharing a few of his recipes over the next few days. Let me give you just a little background: My husband and I recently had the most wonderful experience…we were invited to join a group at Nunzio’s Restaurant in Collingswood, NJ where Chef Nunzio Patruno shares his passion for food during cooking classes. On this beautiful Saturday morning in June, Chef Nunzio brings us all along with him to the Collingswood Farmer’s Market to choose the fresh produce he uses for each class. On today’s menu: Famous Gnocchi of Italy in three different sauces….what a delight to spend the morning with such a charming and experienced chef! Join us on this wonderful adventure… Continue reading →

Coconut Blueberry Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Icing

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Coconut Blueberry Cake

Happy 4th of July! In honor of the national holiday celebrating our independence, here’s a luscious and dense Coconut & Blueberry cake, frosted with a creamy Lemon Cream Cheese Icing and topped off with fresh blueberries. The perfect dessert to add to your holiday menu. Pop on a few fresh strawberries and you’ve got the red, white & blue theme covered…Enjoy your holiday! Continue reading →

S’mores Bars

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S'mores Bars

Summer is upon us! One of our favorite things to do in the summer is visit our ‘Creek House‘. With an outdoor fire pit roaring, we all sit around the campfire, laughing and telling tall tales! The kids love to toast marshmallows and enjoy s’mores for dessert. When it rains we substitute S’mores Bars. You don’t need a roaring fire to make these delicious treats!
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Cuban Sandwich

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Cuban Sandwich

On Tuesday I shared a fabulous Cuban Mojo Pork Roast inspired by my husband’s recent trip to Florida – with the intention of making today’s Cuban Sandwiches with the leftovers. I first had a Cuban Sandwich about thirty years ago in Panama at Niko’s Cafe. Since then they’ve been a favorite of mine – but I hadn’t made them in my own kitchen until now. Citrus-marinated pork, thick slices of Tavern Ham, Swiss cheese & Dill pickles pressed between two slices of rustic bread that’s been slathered with Roasted Garlic, Peppercorn & Cilantro Aioli & a dollop of Dijon. Grilled to perfection. Now that’s a sandwich! Continue reading →