Marinated Olives

Marinated Olives

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 ->

Roasted Red Peppers with Zhug & Feta

These Roasted Red Peppers with Zhug & Feta are an unexpected and delicious appetizer packed with flavor! Bring An App That Packs Flavor If you’re seeking flavor, look no further: these Roasted Red Peppers with Zhug & Feta are exactly what you’re looking for! The roasted red peppers offer that unique vegetal flavor that only peppers have. The zingy zhug is a Yemeni hot sauceRead more ->

Warm Hearts of Palm Dip

Warm Hearts of Palm Dip

This Warm Hearts of Palm Dip is buttery, creamy, and so addicting. Hearts of palm and parmesan are combined in this scrumptious spread.  Delectable Dips & Scrumptious Spreads Admittedly, I haven’t met a spread I haven’t liked. Whether it’s cold or warm, spicy or savory, smoked or sweet, chances are high I’m going to love it. But there are a few special dips: the onesRead more ->

Goat Cheese Marinara Dip

A cast iron pan filled with Goat Cheese Marinara Dip

This Goat Cheese Marinara Dip is the simplest appetizer! Warm, creamy, and spicy, this dip is perfect with toasted baguette. The Simplest Appetizer Of All Time Short of putting out a bag of chips, this Goat Cheese Marinara Dip is by far one of the simplest and most delicious appetizers…quite honestly ever. This one is always the first to go at a gathering, people just can’tRead more ->

Beef Tenderloin Rumaki

Beef Tenderloin Rumaki

This classic Beef Tenderloin Rumaki is finger food at its finest! Tender beef, water chestnuts, and chives are wrapped with bacon.  A Classic Appetizer This traditional Polynesian hors d’oeuvre was made popular in the 50’s, but it’s still a holiday favorite. The original recipe features chicken liver, although my friends Bryan and Shane introduced my to a modern update which includes Beef Tenderloin. Beef TenderloinRead more ->

Whipped Feta

This Whipped Feta is incredible! Tangy feta is whipped to perfection with bright lemon. The perfect dip or spread for veggies or crackers! Make Whipped Feta, Become MVP Your holiday gatherings are going to look different this year, and you know what? It’s ok. Grab your people, make some fabulous food and special drinks, and celebrate. Just promise me one thing: that this remarkable WhippedRead more ->

The Best Stuffed Mushrooms

These Stuffed Mushrooms are simple and absolutely delicious! The mushrooms stems are chopped and sautéed with garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs for a savory stuffing. 

These Stuffed Mushrooms are simple and absolutely delicious! The mushrooms stems are chopped and sautéed with garlic, herbs, and breadcrumbs for a savory stuffing.  Stuffed Mushrooms: A Family Favorite As a child, some of my fondest memories from the holidays can be traced to Christmas Eve. My immediate family would celebrate with either a special supper or an immaculate appetizer spread. As we’ve grown older,Read more ->

Holiday Bucket List

This Holiday Bucket List is a collection of things to do, see, taste, and experience during the most wonderful time of the year! Your Holiday Bucket List Is Here! Happy Holidays! “The most wonderful time of the year” sounds like a promise that we could all use right now. Regardless of what you believe or how you celebrate the season, I’ve rounded up some ideasRead more ->

Choose Your Own Adventure Chocolate Truffles

a platter of chocolate truffles

These Chocolate Truffles make the perfect gift! Select your favorite chocolate, flavoring, and topping to roll them in. They can be personalized for you or a lucky friend. Handmade Happiness Nothing beats a homemade gift. Especially when you tailor said gift to the recipient! Sure, it may be easier to pick up a bottle of wine or a candle, but how special would you feelRead more ->

Hot Buttered Rum

Hot Buttered Rum

The Hot Buttered Rum is a classic holiday cocktail. Smooth, spicy, and rich, these warm winter drinks are the perfect treat.  Holiday Cheer Growing up, Hot Buttered Rums were a sign of the holiday season. Of course, however, as kids we enjoyed a Hot Buttered “Yum”, which was just as delicious, but without the alcohol. The mixture keeps in the freezer, meaning you can haveRead more ->