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
You're Invited for Wine & Food I am very excited to announce 2 upcoming food and wine events, just in time for holiday gift giving! Cook Tasty Tidbits with me & Taste with Chateau de Pommard! Wednesday, February, 3rd 6:30-8:30 A virtual class We will cook and taste with Cedar, of Chateau de Pommard learning ... Read more
Sugared Cranberry Recipe makes a festive garnish to many holiday recipes! These pretty sugared fruits are darling dropped into cocktails, on a cheese platter or dotted around a rosemary wreath. Any recipe featuring cranberries could be adorned with these little gems. In fact, I made this batch in preparation for my virtual Bûche De Noël class ... Read more
My Stuffed Pepper Duo is an appetizer recipe you'll love. This pepper combo is two snacks in one and in a matter of minutes you can have a pretty board filled with colorful tidbits, add nuts and you are set for a party! This year our parties and gatherings have to be smaller, making this ... Read more
Gifts from the Kitchen-Virtual Cooking Class 16th annual Gifts from the Kitchen This fun and festive class will take you through an array of goodies perfect for gift giving, fabulous ideas to gift neighbors and coworkers. Sure, this year you'll have to wear a mask and gloves while making the treats but let's keep the ... Read more
Gifts from the Kitchen- Recipe for Infused Oil and Vinegar. Every year I look forward to my favorite cooking class, Gifts from the Kitchen. I begin planning next year the minute I wrap this year. Searching the globe for all of the latest flavors and packaging ideas for gifts given from your heart and home. ... Read more
My Peartini recipe is fall perfection. The ripe pear juice mixed with adult elixirs and a cinnamon, sugar rim will have you feeling fallish in a jiff! Family and friends will soon be joining us for wonderful Thanksgiving celebrations. Although Thanksgiving looks different this year; it's still the ideal time to stop and count our ... Read more
