It’s rare that I feature a film currently showing in theaters, however, the 2017 live action version of the original Disney animated Beauty and the Beast is one of those charming films that I couldn’t resist doing. It takes me back to my childhood days when I watched it repeatedly on video and I’m sort…
As spring is here, so are greens like Kale, Spinach and Bok Choy. We are inspired to include spring greens in our diet with new life in the air and I’m excited to take an uplifting departure from winter stodge. Spring is prime season for farm-fresh greens and fresh picked spinach from your garden tastes…
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! As we all turn Irish today, we fill up on corned beef and good ale. Some of you have been in an Irish Pub all day. Hope you get to enjoy some good Irish grub, like Shepherd Pie. After all, it is the Feast of St. Patrick. For those of you partying…
St. Patrick’s Day is this Friday. When all the world becomes Irish and we are surrounded by green hues. Whether you are Irish or not, in the United States almost everyone gets into the Irish sprit. Streets are full of parades and bars become Irish pubs. There is a lot of rowdy fun on this…
…One Bowl and One Step! This Rustic Lemon Basil Sauce is a one bowl and one step recipe. It’s easy and delicious on just about anything you want to whip up. You can dip bread in it or pour it on top of colorful pasta for a fun spring meal. Unlike many basil based recipes,…
I’m diverting from my recent trail of chic flics and offering up something that both the guys and gals can enjoy. How about an epic crime drama film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Sharon Stone? Casino is based on the non-fiction book Casino: Love and Honor in Las…
It’s the start of Lent and a time when many choose to give up a favorite food as penitence and a symbol of sacrifice. Christian’s will fast and pray during Lent, and in many parts of the world Ash Wednesday and beginning of Lent is kicked off with various festivities, such as in Greece with…
Fat Tuesday or Pancake Day culminates Carnival Season and ushers in Lent. Traditionally, pancakes are eaten on the day before Ash Wednesday to use up rich, indulgent foods like eggs and milk before the 40-day fasting season of Lent begins. It’s your last chance to be glutinous and I have a recipe that fits the…