Ideas for fabulous entertaining
Savory Spiced Mixed Nuts
Savory Spiced Mixed Nuts. When I was growing up, my father usually had a container of Beer Nuts on hand to enjoy with his favorite […]
Entertaining Ideas
Zesty Mediterranean Goat Cheese Spread
Zesty Mediterranean Goat Cheese Spread. Trader Joe’s used to carry a wonderful layered pesto sun dried tomato cheese torte for spreading on crackers or baguette […]
Burger Bar
Burger Bar. This summer, maybe for your Fourth of July celebration, set up a versatile Create-Your-Own Burger Bar. Your family and guests will have fun […]
Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon. Whenever Winter approaches, Beef Bourguignon is on my menu. A rich beef dish, served with red wine, it’s also an elegant dish for […]
Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart
Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart. What’s Summer without lemons and blueberries? I love that combo, especially in a dessert. My Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart is simple […]
Easy Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Easy Stuffed Mushroom Caps. My husband and I like to prepare lighter dinners especially in the summer months. This easy recipe is finished in about […]
Rocking Raspberry Martini
Rocking Raspberry Martini. This is one of my favorite martinis especially around the holidays: Christmas, New Year’s, Valentine’s Day, Fourth of July, etc. In other […]
Valentines Day Date Night Menu
Valentines Day Date Night Menu. This year, give your sweetie a home-cooked meal instead of going out. Avoid the crowds and have an intimate multi-course […]
Chicken Caesar Salad
Chicken Caesar Salad. One of my favorite bosses used to love to order a Chicken Caesar Salad when we would go out to lunch at […]
Mushroom Pappardelle
Mushroom Pappardelle. Mushrooms are very meaty and provide that “umami” flavor that everyone seems to be seeking these days. As everyone knows by now, my […]
Braised Lamb Shanks
Braised Lamb Shanks. When we are looking for a comfort food that works all year round, my husband will often make his Braised Lamb Shanks. […]
Summer Peach Basil Martini
Summer Peach Basil Martini. Summer is definitely upon us here in Virginia. We’ve had quite a few hot and humid days over the past two […]
Blood Orange Baked Salmon
Blood Orange Baked Salmon. Recently, I was shopping at Trader Joe’s and I saw some colorful blood oranges in the produce section. I usually buy […]
Super Bowl LIII Party Ideas
Super Bowl LIII Party Ideas. This year’s Super Bowl matchup ensures that your Super Bowl Party food has to be top-notch. I have a few […]
Lemon Ricotta Pasta
Lemon Ricotta Pasta. Summery dishes in Winter always make me smile. I love the Summer months with the warm weather and lots of flowering plants. […]