Happy St. Patrick’s Day, everyone! “May your day be touched by a bit of Irish Luck, brightened by a song in your heart, and warmed by the smile of people you love.” On this day I have a roundup of recipes to complete an entire 4 course St. Patrick’s Day Meal. I hope you get…
Last weekend I made Irish Cream and it’s so much better when it’s homemade. Imagine how they process the bottled stuff, where you have cream unrefrigerated and shelved. Baileys Irish Cream originates from Gilbeys of Ireland and the emulsion uses an emulsifier containing refined vegetable oil. I’ll pass on the vegetable oil in my cream…
St. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching and my food musings are developing for the big day. Last week I made Irish Coffee and I know that a lot of people make it with Irish Cream, which is a concoction made of whisky and cream. The most popular store bought version is Bailey’s Irish Cream, which…
Today is the first Friday in March, which means it’s time for A Fork & A Flick Friday. It’s when once a month I sit back and enjoy a movie and allow myself to be fully immersed in it with an inspired dish. This month I was a bit torn with Oscar Sunday having just…
This Valentine’s Day keep your honey warm with a beautifully red hued cup of hot cocoa. Serve Red Velvet Hot Cocoa as desert or with dessert, either way it is an inspirational beverage for Valentine’s Day. It is quick and easy to make, yet the red color of your hot chocolate will put a smile…
Valentine’s weekend is here and if you are looking for some meal ideas that are easy, yet makes an exceptionally gourmet and romantic impact, I have a fabulous recipe for you. Red Wine Spaghetti with Walnuts and Parmigiano-Reggiano will fill your kitchen with an intoxicating aroma, and don’t worry it’s not boozy. This dish makes…
New Orleans is a Louisiana city on the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. The cities architecture and areas like the French Quarter are testament to its rich history and culture. Established by French colonists and strongly influenced by their European culture, it is well known for its distinct French and Spanish Creole architecture,…
I can’t believe that we are in the last week of January 2016 already. That means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. You may still have a couple of weeks to plan, but for those of you who want to throw a party or have 30 some Valentine’s to put together for your child…