Cooking with Caitlin

Thank you, thank you to the Nyharts for "buying" us at The Wellness Community event!

2010-02-18T14:46:00.003-05:00

December 2009 Third Thursday

2009-12-18T08:11:00.003-05:00

GOOD LUCK FOODS (Or, GETTING LUCKY IN THE NEW YEAR)

Mock Turtle Soup
Fish Cakes with Clover Salad
7-Minute Eggs with Worcestershire Whip and Tarragon
Stuffed Cabbage
Hoppin’ John Pork Tenderloin
Pot Roast Waffle Sandwich with Horseradish Cheddar
Champagne Granita with Strawberry-Sauce
Chocolate Coin Cupcakes with Espresso Buttercream
Fortune Cookies

November 2009 Third Thursday

2009-11-23T14:54:00.002-05:00

DOWN-HOME THANKSGIVING

Oyster Stuffing
Turkey Consomme with Spinach Matzo Ball
Whole Baby Carrots in Brown Butter Sauce
Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Green Chile Biscuit with Butternut Squash Puree, Roasted Chicken, Collard Greens
HoliDOG – Homemade Pork Dog, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Brown Sugar Sprinkle
Apple Tatin
Fresh Figs with Mascarpone and Honey
Pumpkin Bread French Toast with Nutmeg Cream

October 2009 Third Thursday

2009-10-16T14:17:00.003-04:00

TAILGATING FOODS

Cilantro-Lime Popcorn
Fried Pickles
Siracha Potato Salad
Seared Scallops with Chorizo and Lime Butter
Spanikopi-Dogs
Root Beer-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwich with Carrot Slaw and Spicy Mustard
Chocolate-Dipped Pecan-Pretzel Sandwiches
Grilled Peaches with Sliced Almond Crust
Guinness Ice Cream Float with Nutmeg

September Third Thursday at The McAlpin

2009-09-22T07:58:00.003-04:00

It was a GORGEOUS night and packed with a great group of people. Caitlin created a 9-course menu in honor of our girlfriends' favorite foods. Thank you to all who came this month! We had a great time.

September Third Thursday 2009
MENU in honor of NATIONAL WOMEN’S FRIENDSHIP MONTH

Fresh Tomato Pizza with Field Greens
Sweet Potato Soup with Collard Greens
Roast Beef on Brown Bread with Horseradish Cream and Fresh Chives
Sesame Chicken with Sushi Rice
Pesto Piccata Burger
Chicken and Waffle Sandwich
Homemade Graham Cracker and Marshmallow Brulee with Chocolate Martini
PBJ Cupcakes
Cookie Dough with Assorted Toppings

2009-09-22T07:56:00.001-04:00

August Third Thursday at The McAlpin

2009-08-23T21:46:00.004-04:00

Featuring a menu for our Mamas, Third Thursday was great fun. We honored our Moms whose birthdays are this week with Caitlin's spin on all their favorite foods. A delicious tribute to the women we love, love, love the most.

Butterfly Crackers with Shaved Ham and Boursin
Lobster Broth with Fresh Dill
Fava Bean Succotash
Flounder Piccata
Beefy Lass
Chicken Pot Pie Sandwich
Caramel Cream Ice Cream Float
Homemade Graham Crackers with Butter
Raspberry Chocolate Cupcakes

Brew Ha Ha

2009-08-23T14:21:00.002-04:00

While we didn't get to partake in too much of the brew, we were serving up a healthy dose of ha ha with our sandwiches all weekend. What a total kick it is to participate in Cincinnati's coolest festival, Brew Ha Ha. And what a treat it is to serve regulars in the middle of Sawyer Point. Chorizo and Char Cheddar Burgers, and Hot Beef Sandwiches too. Thanks for visiting!

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guest Buddy LaRosa

2009-08-20T07:31:00.002-04:00

That's right, we got to host the hardest working man in pizza for the FINAL Cooking with Caitlin Show. And he did not disappoint. Buddy is the dear man we all imagine him to be -- a gift to our fare city.

Through sweltering heat, we laughed, laughed, laughed, and loved, loved, loved every bite we ate. THANK YOU Buddy!

Strauss & Troy Market on the Square: Caesar and Braciole Burgers

2009-08-20T07:29:00.003-04:00

Lunch on the Square with the regular crew -- we look forward to it all week. This Tuesday past we shared Caesar Burgers, and the brand new Braciole Burger. (Make them for yourself this weekend; we'll see you on Tuesday.)

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guest Domenico Germano

2009-08-18T06:51:00.002-04:00

When there's risotto in the pan, all is right with the world. And last week, when we hosted the lovely and talented Domenico Germano of Germano's Restaurant in Montgomery, it was ALL GOOD.

Much like his jarred sauces and recently released extra virgin olive oil are the perfect compliment to any meal, Domenico's expertise and anecdotes were the PERFECT accompaniment to the creation of an Italian feast.

It was nothing short of a buon giorno! all the way around.

Strauss & Troy Market on the Square: Caesar and Mexican Burgers

2009-08-18T06:49:00.002-04:00

Caitlin did it again...in the rain. Despite the uncooperative weather, we dished up our Caesar and Mexican Burgers for one more week. Many thanks to the die-hard devotees who make the hike down to the Market each week, rain or shine.

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guests Joe and Dave Herbert

2009-08-05T19:53:00.002-04:00

Even if you don't know their names, you KNOW the Herbert Brothers. They're the ones who won the Super Bowl ad contest and $1 million from Doritos. With ten years invested in their American Dream, they became "overnight successes" with a crystal ball smashing through a vending machine.

Since then they've won several awards for their board game that "smart AND stupid" people can play called TRIVIATHON from Jeezle Pete's.

Joe and Dave themselves are a portable party. We are tickled they brought the party to The Cooking with Caitlin stage.

my64 Launch Party for The Office

2009-07-30T22:21:00.004-04:00

A smashing good time was had by all as My64 launched their fall season of The Office. Cooking with Caitlin is delighted to have been included. Caitlin makes a mean beet; if only Dwight Schrute had been there...

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guest Steven Reineke of The Cincinnati Pops

2009-07-30T06:38:00.002-04:00

July 28th Strauss & Troy Market on the Square: Mexican and Brenner Burgers

2009-07-30T06:10:00.002-04:00

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guest Bob Herzog

2009-07-22T16:02:00.002-04:00

July 21st Strauss & Troy Market on the Square: Caprese and Brenner Burgers

2009-07-22T06:39:00.002-04:00

Funky Love

2009-07-21T08:28:00.002-04:00

We couldn't even relay the recipe for the amount of fun we had with Patti and Bootsy Collins if we tried. There was magic all around, magic that isn't found in the frozen food section.

It is our great fortune to have hosted the funkiest pair on the planet on The Cooking with Caitlin Show stage last week. Get down on the get-down and peek at every single pic below.

Patti and Bootsy are the REAL DEAL. We are honored to have had them. Love, love, Bootzilla love to you all.

2009-07-16T00:28:00.002-04:00

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guest Freekbass

2009-07-01T16:01:00.002-04:00

Strauss & Troy Market on the Square: Club Burgers and Beer-Braised Brats

2009-07-01T09:28:00.002-04:00

Affiliate Marketing on cookingwithcaitlin.com

2009-06-30T08:52:00.001-04:00

Cooking with Caitlin is a web-based business focused on building community around food and all the yummy things happening with food, including family fun and entertaining. cookingwithcaitlin.com is chock full of fresh recipes, how-to videos, and yummy pictures. Along the road to building our little piece of web real estate, our great fortune has presented us with many catering gigs, as well as television and radio opportunities.

While we are grateful for every new project, our focus continues to be what it has always been: a thriving online neighborhood united in food. Everything we do, everything we cook, everything we create is in an effort to drive traffic to cookingwithcaitlin.com. With this is mind, we are delighted to announce the new and improved and just-about-ready-to-unveil Shop CWC. It’s busting at the seams with Cooking with Caitlin logo wear, cookbooks, even kitchen tools and supplies. And it’s just one more reason for you to visit cookingwithcaitlin.com.

The updated Shop CWC works through affiliate marketing. In fact, it is affiliate marketing programs that turn the internet business that is cookingwithcaitlin.com into a money making idea, one that allows you to shop at home. It’s a win-win all the way around. It all begins with the introductions we make between our friend named “you “ and our friend called “Amazon” or “Café Press” or “Tastebook.”

When visiting us, you can either go directly to the online store that is Shop CWC, or you can follow our leads within your favorite recipes, videos, and articles. That is, the next time you’re reading the directions on where to chill a chocolate-dipped raspberry, you will be able to purchase the cookie sheet Caitlin recommends right off of cookingwithcaitlin.com. We’ll link there smack dab in the middle of the sentence, and you will soon be chilling your raspberries on the same sheet Caitlin chills hers.

The great news with all of this affiliate craziness is that we – Molly, Caitlin, and Kelly of Cooking with Caitlin – receive a percentage of the price of whatever piece of Shop CWC you decide to purchase. By making the introduction, we get a little referral fee. And every single cent you send our way is a huge help to us as we work to bring you cookingwithcaitlin.com everyday. So, even if you are buying a book, or a sweater, or a weed-wacker we have not suggested, please click to Amazon through Shop CWC. It allows us to work on the recipes and other reasons to celebrate you come for at cookingwithcaitlin.com.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about the polished up cookingwithcaitlin.com. And thank you in advance for doing your shopping with our online affiliate marketing.

2009-06-24T16:33:00.001-04:00

Market on Fountain Square

2009-06-24T06:43:00.003-04:00

Below are the latest photos from The Market on Fountain Square. It is always one of our most favorite days - so many fun people passing through and stopping by. You can hardly tell how much we love it. Especially check out some of the pics of Kelly's reactions. Do you think she is having a good time? :)

Thanks to all who came. We are looking forward to The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Sheila Gray today. We're making Pizzas!

2009-06-24T06:42:00.001-04:00

2009-06-22T09:22:00.000-04:00

2009-06-17T15:29:00.001-04:00

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guests: Jean-Robert de Cavel and Mark Avondoglio

2009-06-12T04:58:00.005-04:00

Below are the behind the scenes pictures from The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guests: Jean-Robert de Cavel and Mark Avondoglio. It was an honor to cook for the both of them - and quite intimidating. Because of it, we went as kitsch-y as we could. The show will be live and on cookingwithcaitlin.com in the next day or two.

2009-06-12T04:57:00.001-04:00

2009-06-09T19:19:00.001-04:00

The Cooking with Caitlin Show with Special Guest Jeff Thomas

2009-06-03T15:53:00.002-04:00

Thank you, thank you to Jeff Thomas of Q102's Morning Show. Here are some behind the scenes photos from today's show. We had a great time and Jeff sure was a great guest to have on. We talked "radio voices" and drank sangria, ate some great steak that Caitlin cooked up and washed it all down with poached peaches and ice cream.

If you were not able to come today (or unwilling to risk getting rained on), the show will be live and on Time Warner starting early next week - as well as on our website.

The next Cooking with Caitlin Show special guest: Jean-Robert.
Wednesday, June 10th
12:15PM
Fountain Square

Enjoy!

2009-06-03T15:50:00.001-04:00

The Market on Fountain Square - Week One!

2009-06-03T15:22:00.002-04:00

Thank you, thank you to all who came down to our booth yesterday. We were just thrilled to be there and to get to see so many familiar faces. The Market for us is truly the start of the summer and some of our most favorite memories from last year. Below are the pictures from the day!

See you next week! 11AM - 2PM on Tuesdays!

2009-06-03T15:21:00.001-04:00

Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas with Worms

2009-06-01T09:14:00.002-04:00

Yesterday we had the pleasure of hosting Chad Mertz from the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal on What's Hot (55KRC). We talked bugs and dinosaurs, strong women and Bodies.

Perhaps most notable were the bug recipes that he brought for us. Here is just a sampling:

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Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas with Worms

Ingredients:
Bananas
Bamboo Worms
Chocolate Chips

Instructions:
1. Slice bananas into one-inch pieces.
2. Cover each banana slice with a bamboo worm.
3. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave and stir immediately until smooth.
4. spoon melted chocolate over the banana pieces.
5. Immediately freeze.
6. Eat frozen and enjoy!

Bamboo worms are available canned or preserved on-line.
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We will not be serving you bugs anytime soon. Check it out at the Museum Center. Yowzers. That's all I have to say.

The FIRST Cooking with Caitlin Show

2009-05-31T21:22:00.002-04:00

Well, we did it and the first show was filmed on Wednesday. Thank you, thank you to all who came to be a part of it. We hope you are pleased with the shots of the audience when you see them (hint, if you do not want to be on camera, do not sit anywhere near - or behind - Kelly). :) '

We are having to make some edits due to the failing of the sound at the beginning of the show - hence the delay. But, not to worry it will be live and online/on Time Warner Channel 1111 very soon!

See you on Wednesday, June 3rd! Jeff Thomas of Q102's Morning Show will be with us and Caitlin has quite a line up planned. Fountain Square 12:15PM!

2009-05-29T12:43:00.001-04:00

Third Thursday - May

2009-05-26T09:34:00.001-04:00

Below are the photos from May's Third Thursday! What a beautiful night we had! Thank you for coming for Caitlin's spin on Julia Childs' French classics.

Cream of Spinach Soup with Roasted Red Pepper
Quiche Nicoise
Roasted Pearl Onion Pizza
Coq au Vin
Camembert Burgers with Parsley Butter and Grilled Onions
Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches with Grilled Peppers and Onions
Chocolate Covered Pretzels
White Wine and Cinnamon-Poached Peaches with French Vanilla Gelato
Lady Fingers with Almond Kahlua Whipped Cream

2009-05-26T09:33:00.001-04:00

Fourth Friday at Beacon Hill

2009-04-27T12:57:00.001-04:00

Below are the pics from Fourth Friday at Beacon Hill ! It was a Cinco de Mayo theme and Caitlin really cranked out some delicious food. Thanks to all who came!

2009-04-27T12:54:00.001-04:00

CREW Regional Conference

2009-04-27T11:42:00.001-04:00

Thank you very much to Sandy Nunn and the women of CREW for having us last week. Below are some pictures from the event.

2009-04-27T11:40:00.001-04:00

Murder Mystery at the Nunlist-Youngs

2009-04-27T11:04:00.003-04:00

Below are photos from the Murder Mystery party held at the Nunlist-Youngs. Caitlin made a delicious swordfish, couscous, veggies and a trio of sorbets tucked in homemade pizzelle for dessert.

I am not doing her justice by the way I am describing it, but trust me it was a beautiful display.

2009-04-27T11:02:00.000-04:00

Third Thursday at The McAlpin -- April 16th

2009-04-20T16:13:00.002-04:00

Roast Beef and Caper Lettuce Cups with Lemon Vinaigrette
Lamb Chops with a White Wine-Mustard Sauce
French Onion Soup with Homemade Croutons

Linguine Aglio Olio
Swordfish en Papillote
Chicken Parmesan

Opera Cream Cupcakes
Salty Caramel Bonbons
Nutella-Banana French Toast Sandwich

Fourth Fridays - Beacon Hill

2009-03-30T11:37:00.001-04:00

Third Thursday - March

2009-03-25T10:08:00.001-04:00

Pleasant Ridge Library Fundraiser

2009-03-09T16:18:00.001-04:00

Third Thursday at The McAlpin - February

2009-02-20T11:09:00.001-05:00

Jack and Karen's Wine Tasting and Italian Feast

2009-02-10T14:13:00.002-05:00

Beacon Hill January 30th -- See you February 27th!

2009-02-02T10:25:00.002-05:00

Towne Properties Ground Breaking Event January 29th

2009-01-30T13:33:00.002-05:00

Surprise! Happy Birthday Michael! January 24th

2009-01-26T09:34:00.002-05:00

January 15th Third Thursday -- Love Story-Themed

2009-01-16T10:34:00.002-05:00

New Year's Eve 2008 at Glendale Lyceum

2009-01-01T16:27:00.002-05:00

December 2008 Third Thursday at The McAlpin

2008-12-19T02:32:00.002-05:00

Thank you for having us! We had a great time with you!

2008-12-11T23:31:00.001-05:00

Thank you for having us!!

2008-12-10T22:21:00.001-05:00

Happy birthday to you both!! Thank you, thank you!

2008-12-06T22:46:00.001-05:00

Thank you, thank you for having us!

2008-12-05T15:25:00.001-05:00

Thank you thank you for a lovely evening!

2008-12-03T23:45:00.002-05:00

Thank you for coming this evening! Be sure to check out the photos below. All recipes will be pushed live and online tomorrow morning!

Have a happy holiday season.

Best,

Molly (Kelly and Caitlin too)

Thank you, thank you!

2008-12-03T23:44:00.001-05:00

Thank you for coming!!

2008-11-24T22:50:00.001-05:00

Third Thursday -- November

2008-11-21T14:14:00.003-05:00

Thank you so much for coming last night and celebrating an early Thanksgiving with us - Caitlin-style. Last night actually marked the 12th Third Thursday - so we are officially one year into the tradition. We really enjoyed getting to be with you - a great mix of familiar faces mixed in with new!

There is something goofy going on with Photobucket and I have not been able to get the photos to feed into the blog. I am sorry! In the meantime, here is a link to a website where you can retrieve them (you can even download/print them).

http://gallery.me.com/mollysandquist#100562

Thanks again!

Molly (Kelly and Caitlin too)

Lychee Lovin'

2008-11-11T07:18:00.002-05:00

This delicious tea-infused recipe is brought to you by Tracy of Essencha Tea House in Oakley (and developed for Kelly who can't get enough little lychees -- thanks, Tracy!).

LYCHEE LOVIN’
2 oz. freshly infused jasmine green tea
1 1/2 oz. mild, high quality tequila
1 whole strawberry
1 whole lychee (canned)
simple syrup to taste
Garnish: Thin slice of English cucumber
Muddle the lychee and the strawberry in the bottom of the mixing glass with half of the tea. Add the
remaining ingredients and shake well with ice. Strain into a chilled martini glass and float a thin wheel
of English cucumber on top of the drink.

Learn more tempting tea cocktails and tasty tea-tickled appetizers at Cooking with Caitlin and Essencha's next class together, December 3rd. Register now.

Thank you, thank you!!

2008-11-05T22:46:00.001-05:00

Thank you! Thank you!!!

2008-10-30T01:29:00.001-04:00

Thank you, thank you!

2008-10-23T23:56:00.006-04:00

Below are the photos from the event tonight! Thanks so much we had a great time!

I am told that sometimes the photos rotate through the first couple of photos a few times before the rest of the slideshow picks up. Not sure what is going on with that - sorry! There are about 20 photos in all. I usually open up the blog and then while the photos are first cycling through, I go back to the website and poke around. It generally takes a minute or two.

Let me know if you would like a copy and I can send you the .jpg image.

Most of tonight's recipes are already posted on our website. The homemade marshmallow and salmon burger will be up at the beginning of the week.

Thanks!

Molly (Kelly and Caitlin too)

P.S. If you are hoping not to cook on Wednesday night, be sure to sign up for our next 9-course event.

Thank You, Thank You!

2008-10-23T23:55:00.001-04:00

Thank you, thank you!

2008-10-17T01:35:00.002-04:00

Thank you again for coming to the October Third Thursday at the McAlpin! We loved having you and hope you enjoyed yourself as much as we did!

The photos are posted below. Sometimes, depending upon the browser, the first couple of photos will repeat themselves. That is not something that we purposely did. If that happens, I would suggest leaving the window open and just letting it run its course for a few minutes. It should then cycle through.

Again, thank you VERY much!

Molly (Kelly and Caitlin too)

Thank you, thank you!!! We loved having you!

2008-10-17T01:34:00.001-04:00

Google Announced a New Tool: Mail Goggles

2008-10-08T19:03:00.003-04:00

So, this is too good to not post. Yes, it has NOTHING to do with cooking, but it does have to do with technology (cooking with caitlin's other love).

Google has just announced a new tool that can be turned on on Friday night and off on Sunday morning to help prevent you from emailing exboyfriends, girlfriends, bosses - you name it - when you shouldn't. Very clever and I know quite a few people who should be keyed into this new technology.

Now, if they don't have their eye on their audience... Check it out (click here).

Tailgating: September 28, 2008

2008-09-29T13:42:00.001-04:00

SAKS Key to the Cure - Just Before Third Thursday!

2008-09-26T10:29:00.002-04:00

Looking for something to do between leaving the office and heading to our Third Thursday event? Why not stop by and do a little shopping at SAKS and support the Wellness Community? See below for details!

2008 Key to the Cure Charity Shopping Event to benefit The Wellness Community's
free cancer support programs!

FREE Preview Party:
Thursday, October 16th; 5-9pm
SAKS - Downtown Cincinnati
Includes light refreshments, hors d'oeuvres and complimentary valet parking.
RSVP to 513.791.4060

Shop for the Cause:
Thursday, October 16 thru Sunday, October 19
2% of the proceeds will be donated to
http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org/

Third Thursday - September

2008-09-19T12:08:00.001-04:00

Thank you so much for coming last night! We had a great time feeding you and we hope that you had as much fun being fed. We hope you will join us again.

Note that the pictures are posted below. There have been some reports that the first 3 photos rotate through a few times before the others pop up. I am not sure why that is happening as I did not build the slideshow that way (if anyone has an Photobucket tips I am all ears). So, please be patient - there are more than 3 photos from last night!

Thanks for making the evening so great!

Thank you, thank you for coming tonight! We had a blast!

2008-09-19T00:45:00.001-04:00

FUN at Fox 19

2008-09-17T18:30:00.002-04:00

In case you have not yet heard, Caitlin was on television this morning. Caitlin, Molly, and I started our day in the Fox 19 studios with the oh-so gracious Rob Williams and Sheila Gray, anchors of the Morning News, and the crew (including Len, Arthur, Dale, and Eileen) that makes their show happen.

Caitlin was, as usual, "on" and unflappable. She grilled her well-loved Caprese Burger with Sundried Tomato Mayo that filled the morning air with the smell of yum. She chatted and smiled all the while whipping it up with our hosts who were charming and engaging and very kind. (You can watch the clip whenever you wish just by clicking on the title above.)

Molly and I, on the otherhand, were perched just outside the set hanging on every gesture and word like nervous stage mothers. We made ourselves available to pat brows, spritz water, and generally support the talent. As you can imagine, it was exhausting. :)

We had a great time and are very appreciative. Thank you, thank you, Fox 19!

-- Kelly

Eggs - So Many Choices But Just What Does It All Mean?

2008-09-17T17:50:00.008-04:00

In an attempt to make your trip to the grocery store a bit less stressful, I thought that the attached article on eggs could offer some good insight. I know that I am never sure what size to buy (this is Molly writing), organic or free range... What does it mean and what constitutes a good egg.

If you are reading this and are located in an area recently affected by bad weather (and have been without power for days), before you re-stock your fridge, be sure to take a quick read through the attached on eggs. We are helping you to unscramble your questions.

Tailgating on the Square - Before the Windstorm

2008-09-16T22:42:00.005-04:00

One minute we were dealing with "that darn wind" and trying to keep our paper products from flying away, and the next we were holding onto our tents - with all of our weight and with the help of a few new friends who were patiently waiting for a burger - to keep them from completely blowing away. It sure was quite an experience and one that we will never forget. A special thanks to our friends from "across the pond" who were chasing down buns and helping us - and many others - to dismantle safely. Wow.

We also wanted to give a shout out to the three guys from "the New York area" who were in town with Alicia Keys. I heard that the concert was unbelievable (and you were amazing) and I was sorry that we had all blown away by the time that you came back for your second burger. Just let us know the next time you will be in town, and we will be there. :) Our picture is posted below - thanks for making me get in the photo.

Again, thanks to everyone who helped on Sunday. It sure was an experience. Below are some pre-wind photos. The recipes for the burgers will be up on Wednesday (sorry for the delay, I literally just got power).

Tailgating on the Square - Before the Windstorm!

2008-09-16T22:41:00.001-04:00

Quite a Nifty Marketing Tactic...Create a Jingle for Your Business...

2008-09-16T22:00:00.004-04:00

So, it is often joked that, due to Kelly's influence, the Cooking with Caitlin crew lives as though we are in a musical. Voice mails for each other are unknowingly left in song as we are driving along the road or coming from a meeting. If you watch us carefully, you will see someone (usually Kelly, let's be honest) dancing along to some song that just may only be in her head...but it is a song nonetheless. We just can't help it.

And so, it was more than FUN to see this new marketing initiative by Intuit (Quickbooks to be exact) in which they will create a jingle for your business. Of course I got sucked in and just had to try it out. So, below is our very own Cooking with Caitlin jingle. I hope you will be half as entertained as I was in making it (it took minutes) but sure does have me talking...hmmm great marketing.

http://www.thejinglegenerator.com/index_recip.php?id=http://content.thejinglegenerator.com/userdata/flv/6995b8d53007f88c05c43a7ca507be4bfa4af348_1221616482.flv

Newsletter 9-16-08

2008-09-16T21:54:00.000-04:00

Good day to you!

If you are getting this email and not our brand spanking new newsletter, please click on the following link to join Club Caitlin: www.cookingwithcaitlin.com/about/subscribe. You will not be disappointed.

Va-va-va-voom New Venue

You do not want to miss September’s Third Thursday. This week, Thursday, September 18th, we kick off fall foodie-style at our gorgeous new venue – The McAlpin on Fourth Street (www.themcalpin.com/landmarklocation/map.asp). With cooperative weather, we will gather on the rooftop deck with an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, and cascading flowers. Not to mention a view like none other. If the weather is anything less than desirable, plan to dine in the oh-so swanky penthouse suite. Either way, The McAlpin (www.themcalpin.com/landmarklocation/map.asp) promises to deliver.

If you have already registered for Third Thursday, hooray! See you there. If you have yet to save your seat, register right now at (www.cookingwithcaitlin.com/pages/events). Don’t wait another second; register (www.cookingwithcaitlin.com/pages/events) now.

25 for $25

Celebrate Third Thursday-style any day of the week. Invite 25 of your friends with 25 of their dollars and the Cooking with Caitlin crew will be at your door dishing up deliciousness for two hours. You provide the beverages and we provide the food, two servers, and the Caitlin. Not just any Caitlin either, THE Caitlin. Cooking in your kitchen, we serve a nine-item menu in petit-four proportions. Not a soul will leave your home hungry.

Email me right back to begin crafting your 25 for $25 menu.

What’s Happening Right Now… Kelly by Candlelight

As I write, actually write (as opposed to type or text or typewrite), this to you, I sit beside a tall sparkly candle I always thought was too beautiful to burn, burning brightly. It cuts through the darkness of a power-less home in post-windswept Cincinnati. By the time this gets to you, I will have transferred this text at a furious speed in the 90-minute computer session I bargained for at the home of the one friend I know with electricity.

I appreciate the opportunity to think about my work after a day of worrying about water and gasoline and diapers. I appreciate that my work is Cooking with Caitlin, that I get to love my work, and that I get to work with people I love. Most importantly, however, I am reminded of how very lucky I only am to have been tousled by wind and not tortured by hurricanes. For my inconvenience I am grateful; for the suffering of others I am prayerful. To you who have been ravaged by the weather, our hearts go out.

Upcoming Events

September 18 – Third Thursday at the McAlpin (register at www.cookingwithcaitlin.com/pages/events)

September 28 – Tailgating on Fountain Square
Bengals vs. Browns kickoff 1pm

And while you're waiting for Thursday, check out the newly-posted Orange Chicken Burger recipe and Roasted Turkey video.

Thank you, thank you,

Kelly and Molly and Caitlin too

www.cookingwithcaitlin.com
513.602.2458

Thank you, thank you!

2008-09-12T21:27:00.001-04:00

Just how do you prevent freezer burn...

2008-09-10T20:49:00.002-04:00

Here's another helpful hint when it comes to the basics or working your way through a kitchen: the best practices for freezing food!

To whet your appetite:

"Containers filled with food to be frozen need an inch of head space, allowing for expansion. And for optimum freezing and defrosting, food should be no more than two inches deep, which suggests the need to keep a variety of freezer container and bag sizes on hand."

If you so desire to learn more about these freezing basics, be sure to click here.

Salt - What Kind Should You Use?

2008-09-08T12:13:00.004-04:00

If you are an avid watcher of Caitlin's videos, you will hear her say that she prefers one type of salt over another, depending upon what she is making. I have often questioned her about this and she has patiently explained that salt heightens flavors, and depending upon what type you choose to use, you can have more or less control.

I thought that the article, SALT: Scraping the surface of the ultimate seasoning provided a great explanation for the different types of salt available. Give it a read, and the next time Caitlin calls out a specific type of salt, you too will know exactly why she chose it!

So we know you are reading...

2008-09-04T00:25:00.004-04:00

...just not commenting. What will it take? We want to know! As Kelly always says: tell, tell. Would it be more helpful if we started to pose questions to invite more discussion?

If that's the case, I have a question for you: have you ever tried to pick someone up in the grocery store?

Spices: Just How Long Do They Last?

2008-09-02T10:51:00.003-04:00

We have recently been getting questions on herbs and spices - what rubs to use when grilling, what herbs are best for chicken, what is the difference between fresh herbs and dried flakes? Is one better than the other?

But, perhaps what we are asked most is How Long Can You Keep Dry Spices?

We came across the following article that nets it all out for you (click on the link above). Hope you enjoy!

- Molly, Kelly and Caitlin too

Cincinnati E.A.T.S.

2008-08-29T07:36:00.004-04:00

Please join Cincinnati E.A.T.S. for our fall event, Tuesday, Sept. 9, at Daveed's at 934 in Mt. Adams for cocktails, socializing, and great food - all for a great cause. The event will begin with drinks at 7 p.m. Come enjoy Daveed's outdoor patio, stunning art gallery, and original jewelry made by Liz Cook. Guests will be seated at approximately 7:45 for dinner, in 15 minute increments by room. Chef David "Daveed" Cook will offer a four-course menu and Gary Boswell from Vintner Select will present wine pairings.

Daveed's, an independent restaurant in Mount Adams, has been serving new American cuisine for more than a decade. Chef David Cook and wife Liz, who met in the restaurant business, are bold, adventurous and savvy when it comes to business and food. Expect to be wowed by the comfortable atmosphere, upbeat service, exciting flavors and perfect wine pairings. For more information, see www.daveeds.net

The evening will benefit Cincinnati COOKS! , a free, 10-week program of the Freestore Foodbank that prepares low-income, at-risk adults for employment in the food service industry.

Similar format, different location: You pay a discounted flat fee (that includes tax and tip) in advance for your meal. There are no table reservations and everyone eats together at the same time. It's a party with fantastic food.

Registration is now even easier. To view the menu and register, please visit www.cincinnatieats.com and purchase your ticket via Paypal. Tickets are $37.30. You will make your entree selection at the time that you purchase your ticket. On the night of the event, just bring your receipt with you. Drinks will be handled individually at the event and credit cards are accepted.

Thanks to CinWeekly, Cincinnati E.A.T.S.' media sponsor, for the redesign of our website.

Restaurant Depot/Chamber Night

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Chamber After Hours with Restaurant Depot

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Above are photos from the Restaurant Depot/Chamber of Commerce After Hours event. A very special thanks to Michael McIntire from McIntire Photography for the photos. As you can see, we had a lot of fun at the event.

Had to call in the heavies...

2008-08-26T21:07:00.002-04:00

With Caitlin out of town and on vacation, we had to find a sub...or two. Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. MacEachen (Kelly and Caitlin's parents) for stepping in and doing the job of one. :) See below for the last pictures from the Strauss & Troy Market on Fountain Square (until next summer, of course). Thank you for all of your support this summer! We have enjoyed getting to meet each and every one of you.

2008-08-26T21:05:00.001-04:00

Firing it up at Brew Ha Ha

2008-08-23T10:13:00.005-04:00

Only one night remains! If you didn't make it down to Brew Ha Ha yesterday, you may have been one of the few Cincinnatians who didn't get the memo. :) A great crowd came out for opening night. And, a big thank you to those who ate with us!!

If you are looking for something to do, we recommend it!

Brew Ha Ha
Sawyer Point
Saturday, August 23
4pm - 12 Midnight

Menu: Chicago Italian Beef Sandwiches, Chorizo Burgers and Char Cheddar Burgers.

We are proud to say that we were one of 4 vendors selected to serve 1000s of Cincinnatians this weekend!

Photo courtesy of McIntire Photography (a great photographer who is a ton of fun too).

Thank You, Thank You!

2008-08-22T00:43:00.005-04:00

Thank you, thank you for all of you who wanted a taste of the County Fair - Caitlin-style. We hope you enjoyed the evening (the pictures would tell us that you did). We were tickled to see so many new faces - THANK YOU for joining us. It was wonderful to have you and we were delighted to meet you. We hope you will join us again!

See below for the pictures of tonight's festivities. If you would like for us (a.k.a. Molly) to send you any of them so that you can have them developed, let us know (molly@cookingwithcaitlin.com). We are more than happy to send them to you. For those of you who seem to have been singled out and have a headshot - sorry! I could not help myself. I thought that they were really great.

If you are looking for weekend plans, know that we are firing it up at Brew Ha Ha taking place at Sawyer Point (Friday, August 22, from 5pm - 12 Midnight and Saturday, August 23, from 4pm - 12 Midnight). We are proud to say that we were one of 4 vendors selected to serve 1000s of Cincinnatians this weekend! Menu: Chicago Italian Beef Sandwiches, Chorizo Burgers and Char Cheddar Burgers.

Again, thank you so much!

- Molly (Kelly and Caitlin too)

Third Thursday Thank You!!

2008-08-22T00:41:00.001-04:00

Marketing at its best???

2008-08-18T23:59:00.003-04:00

As we have discussed in previous blog entries, we feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to start our business in Cincinnati. One very such reason is due to the people that we have had the great fortune to meet. Recently, we met with Debba Haupert from Girlfriendology to see how we might be able to work together in the future. In our idea sharing meeting, she turned us on to a great site: http://www.helpareporter.com/ that has provided a ton of laughs. We thought (or rather I thought) that it would be fun to share this with you.

One of my favorite videos from the site:

Title: What if the stop sign was designed by marketing execs?

I hope you enjoy!

Great Party!! Happy Birthday!!

2008-08-17T21:14:00.001-04:00

Burgers, Crepes and...a ton of Smoke

2008-08-13T14:37:00.008-04:00

It was a beautiful day yesterday and it felt like everyone was out to enjoy it! Thank you, thank you!

This week, we would like to pay special tribute to our booth-mates as the smoke from our grill seemed to completely bypass us, and instead went directly into theirs! We normally are able to make it up to them with a burger bribe, but we ran out! So...our official apologies to everyone (and there were quite a few people) in the Taste from Belgium booth! In a peacekeeping effort, we took a bunch of photos of their delicious products - crepes and waffles! If you haven't tried the crepes yet, might I recommend them. We were lucky enough to get a taste of a salmon crepes made with the tasty salmon from Just Cured (be sure to follow the link to get the inside scoop on the DELICIOUS salmon). The salmon crepe was loaded up with Just Cured smoked salmon, red onion, butter, creme fraiche and chives. You will also see a photo of a roasted red pepper, goat cheese and baby spinach crepe. Also delicious. And, of course, the waffle (paired with a cup of coffee from Tazza Mia). Again, our apologies for all of the smoke!

Keep the votes for next week's burger coming! Thanks to all who have weighed in so far!