For all of the wonderful Mother’s out there who do such a fantastic job of taking care of your family, if anybody deserves to have a great wine, it is you. If you happen to be shopping for a great wine for Mom this week, why not look into a few celebrity owned wines because … Continue reading Celebrity Inspired Wines; Perfect for Mothers Day
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Cooking with Cherries; A delicious taste of summer
Here in the Pacific Northwest we are having a tremendously fantastic run of hot temps and it seems summer has won the footrace and beat spring to the finish line. Grills are hot and backyards are filled with picnic tables and outdoor decor. Summer foods have taken the place of spring cuisine for the moment, … Continue reading Cooking with Cherries; A delicious taste of summer
Friday Cocktail Hour with Shaun the Bartender; The Mocha Mint Martini
Cocktail Hour comes early on Fridays, and we look to Shaun the Bartender for a tasty idea to begin our weekend. For this spirited cocktail, Shaun gives us Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Creme d Cacao, Creme de Menthe and Irish Cream all in one glass. This sounds a bit like a thin mint with a delectable … Continue reading Friday Cocktail Hour with Shaun the Bartender; The Mocha Mint Martini
Friday Cocktail Hour with Shaun the Bartender Presents; The Sidecar
A grand cocktail for the weekend is always on the menu. The Sidecar is the most famous Pre-Prohibition drinks of the Twentieth Century and it gives me a tingle of excitement to bring a taste of history to the lips of our guests. I would not have even considered adding this to Saturday's docket without … Continue reading Friday Cocktail Hour with Shaun the Bartender Presents; The Sidecar
Dining on the waves; an evening at Six Seven at the Edgewater
A beautiful place to watch the sunset. Exploring the Seattle waterfront is a wonderful way to spend the day. The morning hours at Pike Place Market are spectacular and a short jaunt down the hill will land you at the shores of Puget Sound where you can catch a cruise, check out the aquarium and … Continue reading Dining on the waves; an evening at Six Seven at the Edgewater
An amateurs trip to Napa
Author: Wendy Nation My friend and I had been threatening to go to Napa/Sonoma for years. One day while enjoying happy hour we said “let’s just do it, we can drive there, let’s just go”. Let me start by saying I don’t recommend driving for most people (and not sure I recommend it for me … Continue reading An amateurs trip to Napa
The Cookbook Library Presents; Daily Decadence by Sherri Dobay
I received an email not too long ago, asking if I would take a look at a book and write a review. I readily accepted simply on the title alone, "Daily Decadence The Art of Sensual Living", by Sherri Dobay. The title most certainly did not disappoint. Can you fall in love with a book? Yes, you … Continue reading The Cookbook Library Presents; Daily Decadence by Sherri Dobay
This Weeks Picks; A few of our Favorite Things
Here at Your Home with Karie Engels, we are not stepping lightly, but diving head first in to Spring. The days are lengthening, temps are warming and plants are going in the ground. The desire to play outdoors is growing, and here in the Northwest, we are braving the elements. That doesn't mean we don't … Continue reading This Weeks Picks; A few of our Favorite Things
Celebrating Italy; with Benny the Chef!’s, Benedetto D’Epiro
"Benedetto D'Epiro, better known as “Benny the Chef”, Master of Ars Convivalis (the art of the Ancient Roman Cuisine) and Renaissance Style (the art of cooking with chocolate and spices), is an Italian chef, culinary teacher,cookbook author, awards winner and entertainer." We are honored that Benny the Chef! has shared his recipe for authentic Italian … Continue reading Celebrating Italy; with Benny the Chef!’s, Benedetto D’Epiro
The Cookbook Library Presents; 5 Ingredient Solutions, by Laurie Alves
My name is Laurie Alves, I am a 47 year old, New England born, family girl who married to my High School Sweetheart at age of 18. I went to Catholic School and on to the Community College of Rhode Island, studied Nursing. I was a nurse for 14+ years. I became a widow and single … Continue reading The Cookbook Library Presents; 5 Ingredient Solutions, by Laurie Alves
