A friend of mine just moved from New York to our southern city, Roanoke, Virginia. We took her out to lunch and explained the particular things that a lady must do to be a true southern lady. One was to say “Bless her heart” and “y’all” with a southern accent and to have a very…
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My Favorite Mushroom Risotto
The most delicious mushroom risotto ~ Knorr’s vegetable soup/dip mix adds just the right seasoning to this delicious dish. Easy to make ~ everything goes in the oven and the risotto comes out fluffy and delicious! Mushroom Risotto ~ the recipe 2 packages baby bella mushrooms, chopped 1 package Knorr vegetable soup and dip mix…
Eat Like You Give A Fork Cookbook Available Now
“Eat Like You Give A Fork..the real dish on eating to thrive” cookbook is now available. Congratulations to Mareya Ibrahim on creating super healthy dishes that are super delicious. She hopes that you will use the book as a reference book, a cookbook and her own story as an inspiration. Mareya Ibrahim is The Fit…
Lemon Pots de Crème With Almond Brittle Sprinkle
Viva La Local! Please visit the Roanoker Magazine Behind the Page blog: https://theroanoker.com/blogging/behind-the-page/viva-la-local/ to find new Virginia products offered in local Roanoke grocery stores. Love supporting local! Lemon Pots de Crème is one of my favorite desserts because I can make them the day ahead, refrigerate the ramekins, then garnish the desserts right before serving. This recipe…
Time To Tailgate With Bloody Marys ~ Yellow and Red!
It’s Time To Tailgate! …and that means it’s time for Bloody Marys! A Virginia Favorite! Texas Beach Bloody Mary Mix Available locally at Mr. Bill’s Wine Cellar $7.99 a bottle For Real Bloody Mary Drinkers! I love this Bloody Mary mix, tastes like a fresh tomato with just the right amount of spice. https://www.texasbeachbloodymary.com/ Texas Bloody…
Celebrating Summer's Bounty ~ PAN CON TOMATE ~ Spanish Tomato Toast
PAN CON TOMATE ~ SPANISH TOAST WITH TOMATO Tomorrow I am going to a Tomato Fest at our local farmers market and I will share photos from that event in a future blog post. Today I am sharing one of my favorite snack recipes…Pan Con Tomate ~ crusty grilled or toasted bread rubbed with garlic…
Why I love Pink Peppercorns and Pink Champagne On National Margarita Day!
Today is National Margarita Day ~ February 22, 2018. Please keep reading to get my favorite margarita recipe ~ Pink Champagne Lemonade Margaritas! But first…let’s talk about another one of my favorites…pink peppercorns and other funky color seasonings… Love Salt and Pepper! Fun facts about Pink Peppercorns: Always good to have pink peppercorns on hand…
A Taste Of Naples ~ Margherita Pizza And Negroni di Fortunato
“People who love to eat are always the best people”… Julia Child knew that food brings people together in the best way possible. Now we have a new fun and delicious way to bring people together in Roanoke, Virginia. Tour Roanoke recently announced that they will add A Taste Of Naples at Fortunato in Roanoke,…
Let's Drink Champagne And Celebrate With The World's Most Expensive Sandwich!
August is National Sandwich Month. Let’s celebrate with champagne and sandwiches! Facts about the world’s MOST EXPENSIVE SANDWICH: In 2014 the Guinness Book of World Records recognized the “Quintessential Grilled Cheese” as the world’s most expensive sandwich. This sandwich was created by Joe Calderon, Chef at the Serendipity 3 Restaurant, New York City. This sandwich is made…
These potatoes are on FIRE! Sparkling Wine Quenches The Heat
This morning I decided to include Potatoes Picante on my Sunday brunch menu. This spicy Spanish red sauce on top of crispy potatoes is on FIRE with the addition of cayenne pepper. It can be as spicy as you like it depending on how much cayenne pepper you add…and a tiny pinch of this spice goes a long way! Potatoes…
