Save 25% on Famous Maker French Ovens and Braisers!
WOW! Right now you can save 25% off our regular price on Cast Iron enamel-coated French ovens (both round and oval) and braisers- all sizes and colors- from a famous French manufacturer! These pots are perfect for cooking on the stovetop or in the oven, and never go on sale– so this is an amazing opportunity to start (or add to) your collection!
Cast iron is wonderful to cook in because it heats up slowly and very evenly, and holds the heat for a long time. It’s perfect for long, slow cooking such as braises, and these pieces are sure to become beloved additions to your kitchen. And now they can be yours- at the BEST PRICES WE’VE EVER OFFERED! Come in NOW for the best selection!
HUGE SALE – 20% to 40% OFF – Best Deals of the Year!
Get ready for our BIGGEST SALE yet!
Starting TODAY thru Wednesday, January 25th, you will find our greatest deals EVER. ***SALE EXTENDED TO SUNDAY, JANUARY 29th!***
25% OFF on selected Le Creuset Dutch Ovens and 20% OFF French Copper Cookware, plus more great lines.
Nonstick Roasters, Ceramic Pie Plates and a huge assortment of other clearance items at 40% OFF! We’re adding more items to the sale area daily, but supplies are limited– so stop by TODAY and take advantage of these great opportunities!!!
What’s going to be big in 2012? Here are a few predictions…
I’ve been reading some articles this week which purport to predict what the “Next Big Thing” will be in the food world. Some sound great, while a few seem… well, a bit more unlikely. Below are some of the standouts. What do you think? Will these be the new trends, or do you have a better idea of where foodies will be flocking in 2012?
Comfort Food continues to be big: Look for meatballs and meatloaf to make a resurgence. (A friend of mine never orders meatloaf in restaurants, because he doesn’t like to order things he can have at home- but I think a really good meatloaf with mashed potatoes can’t be beat.) Also on the horizon- Gourmet Grilled Cheese. We’ve seen a little of this already, but be looking for more unusual cheeses and breads to appear on the menu. Sounds good to me! Another more exotic treat will be Kimchee, a Korean pickled condiment traditionally made with fermented cabbage. Try it on eggs, sandwiches, sautee it into fried rice, or atop a burger- the possibilities are endless!
Cuisines to look out for: Nordic cuisine may sound like an oxymoron to some, but look for cured fish, lingonberries and -dare I say it- reindeer meat to make an appearance. Don’t know about the reindeer, but I’ll take the aquavit, thank you. Another big trend will be Moroccan food. We’ve seen rising interest in tagine cooking over the last few years, and welcome these interesting flavors into our kitchen.
Carry-over motifs from 2011 will be interest in “nose to tail” eating, wherein even the oddest bits of the animal are consumed (snout, anyone?), and the ongoing quest for Artisan and Hand-crafted ingredients, with a continued emphasis on eating locally produced meats, produce and dairy products. We’re very lucky here in Central TX to have some wonderful food producers, and I encourage you to try some of these locally sourced products whenever possible.
Whichever of these you decide to indulge in, eat with gusto and ENJOY!
New Year’s Resolution: Learn something new in 2012 with a Cooking Class!
Sure, it’s a little chilly to spend a lot of time outdoors right now- but it’s a perfect time to perfect your kitchen skills! Check out our COOKING CLASSES to start off the year right.
Our classes take place on Wednesday nights from 6 to 8 pm. You’ll get to watch a talented chef prepare several dishes for you to enjoy, while learning how to make them yourself. You get all the recipes and tips you’ll need- you can even bring a bottle of wine if you’d like. It’s a great date night, girl’s night out, or even come by yourself knowing you’ll always meet some nice people with a common interest in food and cooking!
January 25th - Join Chef Jay Huang of “Trace” at the W Hotel in Austin as he gets Saucy!
February 1st - Chef Brian Thomas Maher will bring us a hearty and rich Winter Menu.
February 15th- Enjoy a culinary tour of India with Chef Birjis Rashed!
February 22- Chef Beau Hobbs prepares a delicious cool-weather Seafood dinner.
For more information on any of our classes, including prices and full menus, visit our website. To register for class, call us at 266-5666 during business hours and press 3 to speak with any sales associate.
Any classes not listed above have sold out already, so don’t miss out- call and reserve your spots today!
Our BEST WISHES to you for the Holidays!
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Give the gift of a COOKING CLASS for Christmas! New Classes for 2012 just announced!
Begin the New Year with some new knowledge! We have just released five new cooking classes for January and February 2012, with a wide range of menus- from Creole to Indian. You’re sure to find a class to fit anyone’s taste!
Wednesday, Jan. 18th- Chef Katy Parker- All Gumbo, All the Time!
Wednesday, Jan. 25th- Join Chef Jay Huang of Trace at the W Hotel as he gets “Saucy”!
Wednesday, Feb. 1st- Chef Brian Thomas Maher brings us a hearty, rich Winter Menu.
Wednesday, Feb. 8th- Chef Jerry Pizzitola throws his own “Welcome Home” bash with a Gulf Seafood Extravaganza!
Wednesday, Feb. 15th- Enjoy a Culinary Tour of India with Chef Birjis Rashed.
To learn more about any of these classes, including full menus and price, click on the link. All classes run from 6 to 8 pm, and you are welcome to bring wine if you’d like to enjoy some with your meal.
Just a reminder- Gift Cards are redeemable for cooking classes, too!
Bring the Kids! FREE Hands-On Holiday Cookie Decorating with the Four Points Foodie!
Bring the whole family! Stacey Rider, the Four Points Foodie, will be hosting a FREE Hands-On decorating demo using Royal Icing THIS Sunday, Dec. 18th. Everyone gets to decorate their own cookie! No reservations necessary- just come in any time between 12 and 3! Kids are welcome to participate!
15 Top Gift Ideas to make your Christmas Shopping easier!
1. Tervis Tumblers- they keep hot drinks hot, cold drinks cold, and come with a LIFETIME guarantee! ($11- up)
2. Mastrad Chip Makers let you make crisp, delicious chips from apples, potatoes, pears and more right in your microwave. ($20- $25)
3. Whirley Pop who doesn’t love popcorn, especially when it’s made the old-fashioned way? ($25)
4. Butter Bells keep your butter fresh, soft and spreadable, for up to a month- without refrigeration! ($25)
5. Graviti Mills- just tip them upside down and they grind your salt or pepper automatically! ($30)
6. Our favorite nonstick cookware, in a perfect size for your morning eggs- the Swiss Diamond 8″ Frying pan! ($50)
7. Epicurean Cutting Boards- the benefits of wood, the ease of plastic and MADE IN THE USA! ($25- up)
8. Make your own sodas and carbonated drinks at home with the Soda Stream! ($100- $180)
9. Gel-Pro Chef’s Mats make standing in the kitchen comfortable- perfect for your holiday cooking. ($100- $200)
10. The 7″ Shun Premier Santoku will be your new FAVORITE knife, with its beautiful hand-hammered blade and wood grain handle. ($150)
11. Le Creuset Round Ovens in sizes ranging from 2 to 13 quarts are perfect for cool-weather cooking. ($145- $400)
12. Cuisinart Elite Food Processors have multiple bowls and adjustable slicing blades, and are available in white or stainless finish. ($229- $299)
13. The Vita-Mix Pro 500 has preset functions for hot soups, smoothies and frozen desserts- while still having all the functionality you know and love. ($599)
14. The Jura Capresso C5 Automatic Coffee Center will make better-than-Starbucks beverages, without you having to leave home! ($999)
15. Faraday’s Gift Cards- available in ANY AMOUNT- are perfect when you’re not sure what to give!
Join us for demonstrations of our SAECO Automatic Coffee Centers!
THIS Friday and Saturday, December 16th- 17th, from noon until 4 pm, we will have a representative of Saeco here to show you how easily you can make cafe-quality coffee drinks right at home. We’ll be demoing the Saeco Syntia SS as well as the Saeco Xelsis.
We have a huge assortment of Automatic Coffee Centers available now on our website- for a look at all the varieties, check OUR ONLINE STORE.Meanwhile, come on in this weekend for a cappuccino and a chat!
Anolon Advanced Cookware: 11 piece set PLUS a 3 piece BONUS!
Coated inside and out with a durable nonstick coating, Anolon Advanced cookware provides heavyweight, professional-quality performance with 21st-century convenience. Pots and pans are easy to clean, while the rugged nonstick surface readily releases food. Beneath the nonstick is heavy-gauge, harder-than-steel anodized aluminum. Pot and pan bottoms are left uncoated to conduct heat quickly and prevent hot spots.
Like many other Anolon cookware lines, Anolon Advanced features the company’s patented SureGrip handles, which are a combination of 18/10 stainless steel and silicone rubber and are riveted to the sides for durability. The ergonomic handles provide a comfortable, confident grip and stay cool on the stovetop for easy control. Break-resistant, domed glass lids permit cooking to be monitored without releasing heat and are oven-safe to 400 degrees F.
This 11-piece set ($299.99) outfits a kitchen with all essential pots and pans. It consists of an 3 quart covered saute pan, a 1.5 and 3-quart covered saucepan, an 8-quart covered stockpot, a 12-inch covered deep skillet and an 8.5-inch open French skillet. The cookware carries a limited lifetime warranty against defects and should be hand washed.
While supplies last, we are offering a 3 piece BONUS with the purchase of a set. The bonus adds a 3 quart sauteuse and a 9.5-inch french skillet, for a total of 14 pieces for just $299! This is a GREAT value on some excellent nonstick cookware.
If you’d like to test-drive these pans before committing to a set, we’ve also got a great deal on a set of two frying pans. You get a 10 inch and a 12 inch frying pan for just $79.99- a savings of $45! Come in and check it out!
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- Chef Sara Moulton with Faradays Team
- Chef Tre Wilcox and Tony Curtis-Wellings
- Executive Chef Jeffrey Blank entertains crowd at Faraday's
- Chef Dzintra Dzenis, Sharon O'Quinn and Blakely Talbott
- 2011Baking Contest Winner Bob Scanlon, Sharon and Tony
- 2009 Baking Contest Winner Katy Franceschini
- 2009 Grand Prize Salsa Contest Winner - Brent Kirby
