Want that restaurant vinaigrette or bakery cookie at home? We'll share strategies for recreating beloved dishes, starting with simple observation and tasting notes.

Learn the art of recipe detection through real attempts - like a NYC bakery's famous chocolate chip cookies and a restaurant's signature balsamic dressing.

Plus, practical tips for experimenting, adjusting portions, and knowing when "close enough" hits the spot. See show notes at www.passingtheplate.org/56 .

Mentioned in the episode:

• Copycat recipe cookbooks
• Alice’s Tea Cup Cookbook on Bookshop or Amazon
• Goldbelly
• Guava Cooler Tequila Cocktail
• Homemade Fajita Seasoning (Penzeys Copycat)
• Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Garlicky Broccoli Rabe
• Turkey Salad Tea Sandwiches with Dried Cherries
• Espresso Chocolate Chip Brownies (Starbucks Copycat)
• Dry Brine Seasoning Blend for Poultry
• Tropical Fruit + Chocolate CBD Parfait
• Watermelon Sugar High Tequila Cocktail

Thanks for tuning in to the Passing the Plate podcast! Ready to dig deeper into your kitchen adventures? Make sure to visit:

• Check out the Passing the Plate website.
• Check out our webinar and ebook on our Resource page.
• Ashley at Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen: Get inspired by delicious recipes and start cooking delicious food at home no matter your skill level.
• Lisa at Are You My Cousin?: Learn how to find your ancestors, grow your family tree and uncover fascinating family histories and stories that connect us through food.

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