Gift Ideas

No Christmas posting theme here this year. Things are just too hectic, but the Ghost of Christmas Pasts is visiting today. Here are my gifting-themed posts from 2010 to present. . . . → Read More: Gift Ideas

Jam Bars

One of my favorite blogs is Liv Life. Kim posts the best recipes. I adore her Pumpkin Granola recipe and I was also taken with her recipe for Strawberry Oatmeal Jam Bars. She posted this last April and I have been making these beauties all summer.

Blackberry Jam Bars

The only changes I made . . . → Read More: Jam Bars

Santa Fe at Christmas: Much to tell

The beginning of our Christmas trip and a wonderful hotel recommendation (seriously outstanding inn in Santa Fe). I am ready to go back and I had a really difficult time unpacking yesterday. . . . → Read More: Santa Fe at Christmas: Much to tell

Love is a Pink Cake by Claire Ptak, a review

Harry & Megan may have made Ptak more famous, but her cookbook is worthy of a perusal. I did not make a pink cake but I did try her Big Sur Cookies. . . . → Read More: Love is a Pink Cake by Claire Ptak, a review

Happy Halloween with Death Becomes Her and “A Touch of Magic Cocktail to Beat Thyme”

I know this is an early Halloween celebration but it was much needed. Join me for October’s Food ‘n Flix Halloween event and a classy cocktail for any of your movie viewing. . . . → Read More: Happy Halloween with Death Becomes Her and “A Touch of Magic Cocktail to Beat Thyme”

Morning Glory Muffins for IHCC

For I Heart Cooking Clubs’ Morning Glories theme this week, I revisit a muffin recipe that is chockful of apples, carrots, raisins, nuts, and coconut. . . . → Read More: Morning Glory Muffins for IHCC

Kale and Pear Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette

Instead of my usual themed December postings, I will be sharing with you some recipes from my Thanksgiving cooking extravaganza!!! . . . → Read More: Kale and Pear Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette

Pre-Spring Cleaning

We did some pre-spring cleaning last weekend and our cabinets and windows are sparkling. Read on for some homemade cleaners that really work! . . . → Read More: Pre-Spring Cleaning

Trying to eat healthier…

Another granola recipe. . . . → Read More: Trying to eat healthier…