It’s Fall! Praise be. It’s Fall. For me, the autumnal season always comes with nostalgia. Something about this time of year warms me to my core, regardless of the quickly cooling temps. The layers. The hot cider. The soul-comforting soups and stews. Aside from all these literal examples, Fall also ushers in a sense of gratitude, community, comfort, and joy for me. And dare I sayRead more ->
Hard Cider Taste Test Looking for a crisp hard cider to enjoy this Fall? This Hard Cider Taste Test has all you need to know! I’ve rounded up 12 hard ciders from around the globe and tested them with a panel of expert tasters to help settle the debate: which hard cider is best? Finding Your New Favorite Hard Cider This Hard Cider Taste TestRead more ->
This Arugula Salad with Port Roasted Pears and Roquefort is oh-so-fancy. Pears get roasted in Port, offering a sweet, caramelized flavor that is offset with the pungent blue cheese. Arugula and Belgian Endive are lightly dressed in a simple vinaigrette using the reserved liquid from the port roasted pears. Sure, I’ll Bring A Salad When you’re asked to “bring a salad” to a dinner party,Read more ->
A collection of appetizers and drinks to serve for New Years Eve! New Years Eve is around the corner which for me, means a few things: I’m staying in! I may or may not dress up (even if it’s just putting on some lipstick) A delicious spread of tasty appetizers to nibble on throughout the evening Satiating sips to toast the night away If yourRead more ->
This Antipasto Salad with Pepperoncini Vinaigrette packs major flavor! All the deliciousness of an antipasto platter on top of a salad and drizzled with a zesty pepperoncini vinaigrette! Antipasto, In Salad Form! There’s nothing I love more than a solid antipasto platter. Cured meats, cheeses, pickled things: it all speaks to my heart (and stomach!) in a very special way. However, eating a platter ofRead more ->
These Herbed Zucchini Rollups with Marinara are a delicious vegetarian meal! Zucchini is thinly sliced and rolled up with an herbed ricotta and mozzarella mixture and cooks directly in zesty marinara sauce. A Beautiful Summer Meal When I want a comforting but light meal during the summer, I normally opt for dishes where vegetables take center stage. These Herbed Zucchini Rollups with Marinara are theRead more ->
Strawberry Shortcake with Basil Whipped Cream is the perfect summer dessert. Lightly sweetened biscuits are topped with macerated strawberries and an herbaceous basil whipped cream. Fresh and delectable! Strawberry Shortcake, You Have My Heart Not many desserts out there have the ability to take me back to another time the way Strawberry Shortcake does. Something about it is so pure and nostalgic. It’s an incrediblyRead more ->
This collection of holiday appetizers includes scrumptious bites and delicious nibbles to make and enjoy this season! There are spreads, skewers, dips, and bites that will delight all appetites. Choose one or choose them all: it’s about to get delicious! ‘Tis The Season…For Festive Food! There is nothing I love more than enjoying a spread of mouthwatering appetizers and light bites. The variety, the indulgence,Read more ->
These Marinated Olives are packed with flavor and so simple to make! Olive oil, citrus peel, garlic, and fresh herbs take these olives to the next level. Little Nibbles Often overlooked, olives make a spread feel complete. Nothing rounds out a plate better than a salty little bite. As opposed to spending a small fortune at those fancy grab and go olive bars, why notRead more ->
Kitchen Memoirs are a collection of stories about the people and dishes who have inspired me most in the kitchen. Each month I will share a new story about one of these people accompanied by one or more recipes. This month’s story is about my Dad, Tom Dear Dad So often I’m asked, “How did you come to love cooking so much?” These Kitchen Memoirs wereRead more ->