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Bellisari’s in Ohio makes fun spreads like one with Blue Cheese, Honey and Shallots, or a Blistered Jalapeno and Fig Spread.

From Washington Times • Jul. 18, 2023

Shallots are the cool kids with an air of exclusivity and elitism, often found hanging out in pairs.

From Washington Post • Apr. 1, 2022

What I’m saying is that the Crispy Chickpeas with Fried Shallots and Cilantro-Mint Chutney a la me looked like an actual dish of food.

From Washington Post • Feb. 8, 2022

Shallots and mushrooms and hard-boiled eggs and bechamel.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr

Shallots have a strong flavor, but it is not so rank as that of garlic, nor does the odor remain in the mouth so long as that of onion.

From Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 2: Milk, Butter and Cheese; Eggs; Vegetables by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences