Category: FOOD

Recipe: Making Whoopie (Pies) for Valentine’s Day

Recipe: Making Whoopie (Pies) for Valentine’s Day

  These little gems were inspired by Ladurée’s Raspberry-Rose Saint-Honoré pastry. The Saint-Honoré is a tower of custard filled choux pastries, glazed with a delicate rose icing, and finished off with lashings of whipped cream and fresh raspberries, it’s a piece of heaven! These whoopie […]

One of my favorite things about January

One of my favorite things about January

Happy New Year All! Now that the holiday season is behind me, I reflect on all the joyous moments. I certainly had quality time with my family. My husband and I engaged in a handful of parties. My children were around and family was in […]

Recipe: Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Recipe: Roasted Red Pepper Soup

When is the last time you ate soup with your hands? First, get out a spoon. This soup is good and we know you won’t want to wait. Second, remember the resolution to prepare healthier meals for you and your family in 2012? Third, continue […]

Did Someone Say Cookie Party?

Did Someone Say Cookie Party?

You heard it too, right? With all of the parties and planning going on over the holidays, sometimes it seems like throwing a party might just be too much. But, if you keep it simple, you can have a yummy gathering with your friends, neighborhood […]

Recipe: Apple Celery Root Gratin

Recipe: Apple Celery Root Gratin

Fall recipes always seem so comforting. And this Apple Celery Root Gratin is no exception. This recipe is easy to make ahead so it is perfect for a weeknight meal, entertaining and even on your holiday table. Sweet apples, salty bacon, savory celery root, creamy […]

Recipe: Brie and Pear Tart

Recipe: Brie and Pear Tart

We don’t have a hard-and-fast rule over here that all of our recipes have to be easy. They just have to be delicious. But, “easy” gets bonus points for sure. And this Brie and Pear Tart will have you raking in bonus points left and […]

Recipe: Beer Chili

Recipe: Beer Chili

Fall is here. Leaves are turning. And friends are near. Time for a homey and comfy recipe like Beer Chili, a meaty and spicy concoction, rounded out with beer, masa and sausage.    Beer Chili Ingredients 2 Tb. olive oil 1 lb. sirloin, diced (or […]

Recipe: San Francisco Cioppino

Recipe: San Francisco Cioppino

There are some recipes that you keep in your back pocket and every time you make it…it’s a hit. Cioppino is one of those recipes. Make it for guests, for family night, in the fall, in summer…it’s a wonderful italian fish stew that fits any […]

Do you have to tell your guests everything?

Do you have to tell your guests everything?

That little white lie. Oh, how it helps us get through life! I’ve always been one for honesty, but sometimes a twinkle in the eye and a little white lie helps what could be an awkward situation become a breeze. Lately I’ve found myself white […]

Recipe: Strawberry Chipotle Jam

Recipe: Strawberry Chipotle Jam

  The idea of making summer last a little bit longer sounds pretty good to us. When it’s Strawberry & Chipotle Jam, it sounds downright delicious. This jam is great and works on so many different levels. Toast? Of course. PB & J? Why not! […]