The Ultimate New Years Eve Menu: Apps & Drinks!

a glass of Prosecco with cranberries and rosemary

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 ->

17 Dips and Spreads for Your Holiday Soirée

A platter of red and green vegetables shaped as a wreath surrounding whipped feta

A collection of 17 Dips and Spreads for You Holiday Soirée! Choose one or make them all: they’re all crowd pleasers! ‘Tis The Season…For Dips and Spreads! The holidays have commenced which means everyone has appetizers on the mind. This month I’ve been focusing on all things Entertaining as part of my educational So Happy In The Kitchen series! Every month this year I’ve doveRead more ->

Caramelized Fennel and Onion Dip

A hand pulling a cracker from a bowl of cheesy caramelized fennel and onion dip

This Caramelized Fennel and Onion Dip is delectable, cheesy goodness! Fennel and sweet yellow onions are caramelized and finished with white wine and garlic. Mixed with creamy ricotta cheese and gruyere, it’s topped liberally with parmigiano reggiano and baked until bubbly. Scoop it all up with toasted baguette and let the world melt away.   Let’s get one thing straight: I am not a cheese person.Read more ->