Food ‘n Flix Round-Up: The Breakfast Club

Yes, I know that The Breakfast Club wasn’t chock full of foodie references.

Yes, I know that besides the title itself and the lunch scene, there is not a whole lot of food in this film.

But, dontcha know I think it was a worthy film for Food ‘n Flix this . . . → Read More: Food ‘n Flix Round-Up: The Breakfast Club

Baking Cakes in Kigali

For this round of Cook the Books, we traveled to Kigali to bake cakes with Angel in Gaile Parkin’s novel. I tried my best to bake colorful cupcakes that would make Angel proud. Keep reading to judge for yourself. . . . → Read More: Baking Cakes in Kigali

“Waffled” Breakfast Club Sandwich

I came of age in the 80s. I wore leg warmers, neon colors, Flashdance-influenced sweatshirts, and designer jeans. My hair has been pink, asymmetric, and teased up high (just not all at once). I have been a punk, a prep, and a rocker.

Circa 1985. Such babies.

I feel old.

No really— . . . → Read More: “Waffled” Breakfast Club Sandwich

Pumpkin Cookies Galore for January’s Secret Recipe Club

I couldn’t help myself; I had to make three recipes from my assigned blog-buddy this month: Pumpkin Seed Oatmeal Cookies, Pumpkin Shortbread Bars, and Pumpkin Gingersnaps. Do you see a trend here? . . . → Read More: Pumpkin Cookies Galore for January’s Secret Recipe Club

Food ‘n Flix Announcement!!!!!!

Join me for my first hosting gig as I draw us all back into the 80s. . . . → Read More: Food ‘n Flix Announcement!!!!!!

Dulce de Leche White Chocolate Cookies

These are delicious cookies to leave out for Santa tonight. I hope Buddy likes them too because this is my Food ‘n Flix post this month for “Elf.” . . . → Read More: Dulce de Leche White Chocolate Cookies

Pressed Chicken with Squash and Tomatoes

I am taking a time-out from my Christmas gift posts for this month’s Food ‘n Flix feature: “Who is Killing the Great Chefs of Europe?” I was inspired by Moulineau, the French chef, and his pressed duck. Not having a duck press (what a contraption that was) or a duck for that matter, I ended up with pressed chicken. . . . → Read More: Pressed Chicken with Squash and Tomatoes

Homemade Sweet and Sour Mix (and some Spicy Margaritas)

I almost forgot it was a SRC posting today! Doh! I need a drink! Here is a great Homemade Sour Mix that would make a great gift this holiday season. . . . → Read More: Homemade Sweet and Sour Mix (and some Spicy Margaritas)

“Bread for the Dead” on Día de Muertos

I made Pan de Muerto for my Cooks the Books post this month. We all read Barbara Kingsolver’s “Animal, Vegetable, Mineral.” . . . → Read More: “Bread for the Dead” on Día de Muertos

Herbed Olives and “A Good Year”

This month’s Food ‘n Flix feature is “A Good Year.” Please check out this recipe to make your own marinated olives. . . . → Read More: Herbed Olives and “A Good Year”