Heart Salad with Fig Vinaigrette Recipe I thought this was the sweetest idea for a Date-Night, Valentine dinner at home! I love goat cheese on salads and so I had the idea to form the cheese into little hearts to be placed on a mound of greens. I know we are in the deep winter ... Read more
Cointreau Dark Chocolate Truffle Recipe Valentine’s Day is only a few days away and if you are like me, you're getting a few sweet treats together for your sweethearts. I love to make and deliver cookies like my Heavenly Double Chocolate Pecan Cookies but nothing says I adore you quite like a batch of ... Read more
I am so excited to introduce you all to the newest member of our family, Jean Pierre! Most of you know that I lost my precious Blitzen a few days before Thanksgiving. My sweet family had me in line for this sweet puppy since late summer. It was all a surprise to me. This little ... Read more
Goat Cheese and Pecan Salad Recipe is a favorite at my house. The tender greens topped with sweet and chewy cherries, creamy goat cheese and the crunch of pecans makes for an incredible combination. I make a batch of my Sweet and Spicy Pecans and toss them on top of all our salads for a ... Read more
Champagne & Canapes for Valentine's Day. Thursday, February 11th 6:30-8:30 When you think about Valentine’s Day, my favorite holiday, what comes to mind? Love, romance, champagne and chocolate? That’s what I think about! Two of my most indulgent vises are Champagne and Chocolate so working these two into our Valentine celebration is a given. Dom ... Read more
Boeuf Bourguignon recipe, a classic from the Burgundy region of France. This recipe is 2 in 1! Enjoy Boeuf Bourguignon and with any leftovers, prepare gorgeous, golden hand pies to be eaten at another time. Boeuf Bourguignon is an iconic French dish; this slow cooked, time honored recipe, clearly represents French country cooking at its ... Read more
2021 is Finally Here! Since mid-summer we've all been on a countdown to get to 2021 and we are finally here. What a year 2020 was. Things that seemed absolutely impossible became our new realty and very fast! As I reflect on this very strange time, I'll resist temptation to chock it up as a ... Read more
New Year's Breakfast in Bed is the perfect way to say HELLOOO to 2021! That's right, it's almost time to put 2020 in the rearview mirror and no one is happier than me, to welcome 2021. Since large gatherings aren't possible at this time, I thought it would be fun to look for other special ... Read more
Christmas Tree Cookies recipe is a tradition in the Fangio home! Ever since my children were scooting around the house in footed PJ’s we’ve been making these delicious cookies. They are buttery, soft, and melt in your mouth goodness! I love the homespun quality of these Christmas Tree Cookies. Sure we could break out the ... Read more
Mrs. Clause Goes Country! Ever wonder what Mrs. Clause does on Christmas Eve? Wonder no more! Mrs. Clause Goes Country, is a darling book written by a friend and neighbor. Julie Christianson, the author, describes in great detail how Mrs. Clause spends her time while Santa is delivering toys to boys and girls around the ... Read more
