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Sunday Desserts; The Ripe and Juicy Peach

Sunday's have always been a day for family. We would prep and pop a roast or a ham in the oven, spend the morning whipping up a decadent dessert for the evening and spend time talking, listening and laughing with the entire household gathered in one room. Folks are getting busy, children grow older, and … Continue reading Sunday Desserts; The Ripe and Juicy Peach

A Dazzling Creation; French Martini

The days are beginning to shorten and the moon seems to rise a bit earlier. Summer nights are still warm and a night on the porch sipping a fantastic cocktail is a great way to end the day. I have a weakness for the taste of the delicious raspberry, which is why Shaun the Bartender's dazzling … Continue reading A Dazzling Creation; French Martini

I Love My New Cookware; ManPans Review

John Crow's latest innovation is everywhere.  I had seen the advertisement on many food websites and have been intensely curious why this particular pan is so wonderful that cooks everywhere are scrambling to add Mr. Crow's product to their site.  And then I received my very own ManPans®   The  Stir-Fried Wok Pan is much larger … Continue reading I Love My New Cookware; ManPans Review

Cocktail Friday; The Vegan by Shaun the Bartender

Mother Nature brings such luscious bounty in the summer months, and it's pure pleasure to browse stands, farms and markets during this season to  choose fresh fruits and vegetables from their over flowing bins. When Shaun the Bartender posted this fresh, crisp beauty, I knew this would be our choice for Friday's post. Vegan Cocktail … Continue reading Cocktail Friday; The Vegan by Shaun the Bartender

Pulled Pork Nachos and all the Trimmings

Every once in a while a need kicks in for a backyard getaway with good beer, great margaritas and a big platter of finger food, nachos. What I love about this simple snack is how many ways it can be prepared. I have one family with several different "types" of appetites.  So when preparing a … Continue reading Pulled Pork Nachos and all the Trimmings

Lighten up with Great Salads that are good for the Bod

The holidays are full of love, laughter and great fellowship.  Spending time with friends, family and a ton of prep time in the kitchen, seems to leave very little will power when it comes to sampling every item as it heads to the table. So, for the next few days after a big celebration and … Continue reading Lighten up with Great Salads that are good for the Bod

Entertain in Style; Boozy Heat Busters for your Backyard Celebration

Summer has kicked it up a notch or three here in the Northwest and frozen treats of all kind are on the menu.  With the 4th of July around the corner and temps promising to be in the 80's we are collecting as many "cool" recipes and creations as possible, to give you many options … Continue reading Entertain in Style; Boozy Heat Busters for your Backyard Celebration

Sweet Sensations wins “Best Right Bite” at Emerald Queen’s Taste of Tacoma

Taste of Tacoma kicked off today with a shot of fantastic weather, delicious cuisine and runs the entire weekend.  With 29 restaurants, 4 music stages, amusement rides, a comedy club and wine tasting, the whole family will enjoy spending the day at Point Defiance Park. This year I had the pleasure of being asked to … Continue reading Sweet Sensations wins “Best Right Bite” at Emerald Queen’s Taste of Tacoma

Delicious Summer Blueberry Delights

Blueberries have always been a favorite of mine and I love the fact that so many foods can be prepared using this dusky-hued little blue button.  Here at our home we use them regularly in and on our pancakes and smoothies, and they work well in many other culinary delights. Slavinsky Blueberry Muffins aka The … Continue reading Delicious Summer Blueberry Delights