As I get organized for my son’s Star Wars themed birthday party, I realize how much I enjoy creating such a special event to celebrate another year of his life and to see that adorable smile on his face when he understands all the effort that was put into his special day. Spending quality time…
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Blood Orange Sidecar Cocktail
Move over Mint Juleps! This refreshing cocktail could be the star at your next derby party or summer outdoor gathering. I’ve fallen in love with sidecar cocktails and have had them at several different places, each one capturing my attention in a different way. I tried one on a cruise ship once that had Hennessy,…
BLT Caesar Salad with Garlic Croissant Croutons
Have you ever noticed that almost every restaurant has their own version of a Caesar salad on their menu? Why is that? It is probably the most universal type of salad that satisfies all pallet ranges. It is safe and you know what to expect when you order it. Some chefs grill their lettuce to give…
Honey Garlic Chicken
1, 2 , 3,…..Go! That is what my mind tells me when the annoying sounds of the morning alarm goes off and my eyes quickly pop open. I usually snooze my brain, squeezing in every last second before I actually put my feet on the ground. How does 6am come around so quickly?! It seems…
Frozen Yogurt Fruit Hearts
Ice cream, ice cream, we all scream for ice cream… until the scale starts screaming at us to stop! Whether you have already given up on your new year’s resolution and are looking for any excuse to have a cheat day, want an alternative to a belt busting treat or are looking for something easy…
Roasted Tomatoes with Smoked Olive Oil, Thyme and Garlic
If I have the time to walk the whole farmers market in Haile on Saturday morning, I always end up chatting with Katrine Dunn at Saporito. We usually talk about food, my blog, her store and all the products that she sells, which I now have quite a collection. You cannot help but to be…
Shrimp Scampi and Parmesan Grits
Are you stuffed from all the thanksgiving turkey you ate over the holiday? I’m ready to move forward and not look back at the self-induced poultry coma that had us all laid out on the couch making weird moaning sounds. Something fresh, healthy and easy to make. Something that would be a perfect weeknight meal…
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