After reading the article "Different Types of Cheesecake" by Andrew Krause I just had to find out how many more possible styles of cheesecake there were out there, so off to the internets largest information encyclopedia I went.
I found a very informative article Cheesecake which starts with the definition "A cheesecake is a sweet, cheese-based dessert" and gives an additional twelve different styles of cheesecake to add to our lists.
Here they are...
An Italian style cheesecake is a modern version of Roman cheesecake. It uses ricotta or mascarpone cheese, replaces the honey with sugar, omits the bay leaves, and adds other modern ingredients such as vanilla extract. This type of cheesecake is typically drier than American styles. Often, small bits of candied fruit are added.
Greek style cheesecake commonly used Mitzithra cheese(is a traditional unpasteurized cheese made from sheep - and/or goat-milk whey with some added milk. The cheese is soft, snow-white, creamy, and granular; its flavor is similar to ricotta salata) and Mascarpone cheese.
German style cheesecake(Kasekuchen) uses quark cheese a white and unaged cheese, similar to cream cheese, pot cheese, or ricotta. The Kasesahnetoric(cheese cream tart) adds cream and does not get baked.
Dutch/Belgian style cheesecakes are typically flavored with melted bittersweet chocolate.
Brazilian style cheesecake usually has a layer of goiabada (guava marmalade).
Canadian style cheesecake often uses maple syrup.
Japanese style cheesecake relies upon the emulsification of cornstarch and eggs to make a smooth flan-like texture and almost plasticine appearance. It is a very popular vending machine food in Japan because it is one of the few milk products that can easily be made shelf-stable.
Country-Stylecheesecake uses buttermilk to produce a firm texture while decreasing the pH (increasing acidity) to extend shelf life.
Vegan cheesecakes use substitutions such as silken tofu for cream cheese, or vegetarian cream cheese alternatives.
Lactose Free cheesecake may be made either with Vegan recipes or by combining vegetarian cream cheese alternatives or lactose-free cream cheese with other lactose-free ingredients.
And lastly we come to Asian style cheesecake which flavors include matcha (powdered Japanese green tea) and Mango.
There are also savory cheesecakes, often flavored with blue cheese and served as hors d'oeuvres or accompanying salads. But of course, that's another story...
The information in this article was taken from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, found at http://en.wikipedia.org/
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Saturday, October 21, 2006
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
DIFFERENT TYPES OF CHEESECAKES
By Andrew Krause
If you think that cheesecake is cheesecake, then you're either not a baker or have been living under a rock for your whole life. There are more kinds of cheesecake than Carter has liver pills, and he's got plenty of them to go around. We're not going to cover every type and style of cheesecake in this article but just try to give you some idea of why a cheesecake is not just a cheesecake.
Cheesecake is one of the most common and popular desserts in the world today. It is also one of the most oldest made from a dairy product other than milk. Cheesecakes can be made of ricotta cheese, havarti, quark, twaróg, or more usually, cream cheese. Other ingredients such as sugar, eggs, cream and fruit are often mixed in, too. This is the reason why there are so many types of cheesecakes because the number of recipes you can come up with are virtually unlimited.
So what styles of cheesecakes are there? Below are just a few with a brief description of each.
There is the good old American style cheese cake. These are usually made from cream cheese, which was invented in 1872. After James Kraft invented this type of cheese, it became the top product for making cheesecake in America.
New York style cheese cake is a little different. It also uses cream cheese but relies on heavy cream, eggs, and egg yolks in addition to the cream cheese to add a richness and smooth consistency. New York style cheesecake is also called Jewish style cheesecake. It's baked in a special 5 to 6 inch springform pan.
Then there is Chicago style cheese cake. This is another cream cheese version that has been made popular by Eli's Cheesecake. This style of cream cheese cake is firm on the outside and creamy inside. People from Chicago claim there is none better. Naturally.
Pennsylvania Dutch style cheesecake gets its taste from a tangy kind of cottage cheese. These cheese has larger curds and less water content. This type of cottage cheese is called pot or farmer's cheese.
Sour cream cheesecake is said to have come from the United States some time in the mid 20th century. It still used cream cheese but no heavy cream in the recipe. It is mostly used for making cheesecakes that are outside of the New York style. It can actually be frozen for short periods of time without ruining the texture.
Roman style cheesecake uses honey and a ricotta-like cheese along with flour and is traditionally shaped into loaves. Some recipes use bay leaves as a preservative. It is still baked in certain areas of Rome that kept cooking traditions after the fall of Rome.
French style cheesecakes are very light. They use gelatin as the main binding ingredient and are usually only about 1 to 2 inches in height. This cheesecake gets its light texture from a cheese found in the outdoor markets in the south of France and in fine pastry shops in Paris.
This list is by no means exhaustive, but it will give you a good start on your search for the cheesecake that YOU think is the best.
Andrew Krause is a Chef and Pastry Chef for over 30 years, at persent I own a Gourmet Bakery called The Cheese Confectioner.You can visit my site at http://www.andies.cashhosters2.com.
NOTE: You are welcome to reprint this article online as long as it remains complete and unaltered (including the about the author info at the end)
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Andrew_Krause
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Cheesecake is one of the most common and popular desserts in the world today. It is also one of the most oldest made from a dairy product other than milk. Cheesecakes can be made of ricotta cheese, havarti, quark, twaróg, or more usually, cream cheese. Other ingredients such as sugar, eggs, cream and fruit are often mixed in, too. This is the reason why there are so many types of cheesecakes because the number of recipes you can come up with are virtually unlimited.
So what styles of cheesecakes are there? Below are just a few with a brief description of each.
There is the good old American style cheese cake. These are usually made from cream cheese, which was invented in 1872. After James Kraft invented this type of cheese, it became the top product for making cheesecake in America.
New York style cheese cake is a little different. It also uses cream cheese but relies on heavy cream, eggs, and egg yolks in addition to the cream cheese to add a richness and smooth consistency. New York style cheesecake is also called Jewish style cheesecake. It's baked in a special 5 to 6 inch springform pan.
Then there is Chicago style cheese cake. This is another cream cheese version that has been made popular by Eli's Cheesecake. This style of cream cheese cake is firm on the outside and creamy inside. People from Chicago claim there is none better. Naturally.
Pennsylvania Dutch style cheesecake gets its taste from a tangy kind of cottage cheese. These cheese has larger curds and less water content. This type of cottage cheese is called pot or farmer's cheese.
Sour cream cheesecake is said to have come from the United States some time in the mid 20th century. It still used cream cheese but no heavy cream in the recipe. It is mostly used for making cheesecakes that are outside of the New York style. It can actually be frozen for short periods of time without ruining the texture.
Roman style cheesecake uses honey and a ricotta-like cheese along with flour and is traditionally shaped into loaves. Some recipes use bay leaves as a preservative. It is still baked in certain areas of Rome that kept cooking traditions after the fall of Rome.
French style cheesecakes are very light. They use gelatin as the main binding ingredient and are usually only about 1 to 2 inches in height. This cheesecake gets its light texture from a cheese found in the outdoor markets in the south of France and in fine pastry shops in Paris.
This list is by no means exhaustive, but it will give you a good start on your search for the cheesecake that YOU think is the best.
Andrew Krause is a Chef and Pastry Chef for over 30 years, at persent I own a Gourmet Bakery called The Cheese Confectioner.You can visit my site at http://www.andies.cashhosters2.com.
NOTE: You are welcome to reprint this article online as long as it remains complete and unaltered (including the about the author info at the end)
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Andrew_Krause
Remember...Life is Short...Eat Dessert First! Cheesecake Fantasy Gourmet Cheesecakes and Gourmet Desserts for every occasion.
Friday, October 06, 2006
THE ART OF BUSINESS GIFT-GIVING
an article by Joyce Boggerson
The Art of Business Gift-Giving
by Joyce Boggerson
More Details at: http://www.legg-work.com
"The Art of Business Gift-Giving"
By Joyce Boggerson
Research shows two primary reasons businesses lose clients
1) the client took a competitive offer 2) they felt you didn't care about them as clients
Many business make the mistake of servicing the customer/client once and assume they'll stay forever. So, many businesses end up spending most of their time and marketing dollars going after new customers, instead of nurturing existing relationships. Clients want to be treated as strategic partners and feel that you care about them.
Consider this, existing clients tend to spend more money and offer more referrals. So, the moral of the story, spend more time taking care of your current customer base and your business will be rewarded with a continuous stream of increasing revenue.
Research also shows an overwhelming majority of people leave current employment because of;
- the lack of appreciation and recognition by the employer, and
- the absence of teamwork
Employees are your clients too, they also want to feel as though you care and recognize them as valuable entities. The moral of this story is the same, the rewards are greater if a majority of time and effort is spent nurturing the existing relationships.
When is gifting appropriate?
We've listed some occasions when gift-giving would be appropriate.
Client Appreciation
"We appreciate your business" "Thanks for the contact" "Closing the deal"
Employee Motivation
"Keep up the good work" "Thanks for going the extra mile" "Thanks for pulling together" "It's time for a vacation, you're looking a bit stressed"
Employee Recognition
"Company growth-we met our goals!" "Excellent Performance" "Congratulations on your promotion" "Happy retirement" "Thanks for pulling together"
It's also important to know your companies policy regarding gift giving and familiarize yourself with the gift recipients company policy on gift acceptance. Just as important is to consider cultural and religious differences when gifting.
When is gifting inappropriate?
Never give during contract negotiations or when it could be considered bribery.
Good luck in building and enhancing those relationships
About the Author
joyce boggerson, Raleigh, NC, USA
joyce@legg-work.com
http://www.legg-work.com
Joyce Boggerson is the owner of a business gift web site http://www.legg-work.com Her site has only "hand-selected" business gifts; all in one location, to save you time and effort. You can also find information on gifting etiquette, gift suggestions, product and merchant reviews and gift- giving trends. Click here http://www.tips@legg-work.com to receive "Tips and Trends in Business Gifting" and other free reports. © 2004 Permission is granted to reprint this article in print on your web site. So long as the paragraphs above are included and the e-mail contact provided.
Remember...Life is Short...Eat Dessert First! Cheesecake Fantasy Gourmet Cheesecakes and Gourmet Desserts for every occasion!
by Joyce Boggerson
More Details at: http://www.legg-work.com
"The Art of Business Gift-Giving"
By Joyce Boggerson
Research shows two primary reasons businesses lose clients
1) the client took a competitive offer 2) they felt you didn't care about them as clients
Many business make the mistake of servicing the customer/client once and assume they'll stay forever. So, many businesses end up spending most of their time and marketing dollars going after new customers, instead of nurturing existing relationships. Clients want to be treated as strategic partners and feel that you care about them.
Consider this, existing clients tend to spend more money and offer more referrals. So, the moral of the story, spend more time taking care of your current customer base and your business will be rewarded with a continuous stream of increasing revenue.
Research also shows an overwhelming majority of people leave current employment because of;
- the lack of appreciation and recognition by the employer, and
- the absence of teamwork
Employees are your clients too, they also want to feel as though you care and recognize them as valuable entities. The moral of this story is the same, the rewards are greater if a majority of time and effort is spent nurturing the existing relationships.
When is gifting appropriate?
We've listed some occasions when gift-giving would be appropriate.
Client Appreciation
"We appreciate your business" "Thanks for the contact" "Closing the deal"
Employee Motivation
"Keep up the good work" "Thanks for going the extra mile" "Thanks for pulling together" "It's time for a vacation, you're looking a bit stressed"
Employee Recognition
"Company growth-we met our goals!" "Excellent Performance" "Congratulations on your promotion" "Happy retirement" "Thanks for pulling together"
It's also important to know your companies policy regarding gift giving and familiarize yourself with the gift recipients company policy on gift acceptance. Just as important is to consider cultural and religious differences when gifting.
When is gifting inappropriate?
Never give during contract negotiations or when it could be considered bribery.
Good luck in building and enhancing those relationships
About the Author
joyce boggerson, Raleigh, NC, USA
joyce@legg-work.com
http://www.legg-work.com
Joyce Boggerson is the owner of a business gift web site http://www.legg-work.com Her site has only "hand-selected" business gifts; all in one location, to save you time and effort. You can also find information on gifting etiquette, gift suggestions, product and merchant reviews and gift- giving trends. Click here http://www.tips@legg-work.com to receive "Tips and Trends in Business Gifting" and other free reports. © 2004 Permission is granted to reprint this article in print on your web site. So long as the paragraphs above are included and the e-mail contact provided.
Remember...Life is Short...Eat Dessert First! Cheesecake Fantasy Gourmet Cheesecakes and Gourmet Desserts for every occasion!
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