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Sip a legendary spirit on National Absinthe Day

Absinthe – literally the stuff of legends. Many spirits have a day that PR people have named after them – but few have the right to own a day in the way that absinthe owns March 5 – the anniversary of the day that the 95-year ban on the spirit was repealed in the United States.  Whether you… Read More Sip a legendary spirit on National Absinthe Day

February 25, 2021February 26, 2021 K EngelsLeave a comment

A chat with singer Chloey Wilson

Chloey Wilson had a few minutes for a telephone chat from her home in Nashville, TN, while the sound quality isn’t as great as we would like, we are grateful Chloey gave us a little piece of her time. You can find Chloey on instagram at ChloeyWilson.official, twitter at the same handle. and of course… Read More A chat with singer Chloey Wilson

September 19, 2020 K EngelsLeave a comment

bourbon peach cobbler

The peach. One of Mother Nature’s greatest gifts of summer. There’s nothing like biting into a ripe, juicy peach. Whether you’re eating it whole, slicing it into fresh cream, ice cream, or canning or baking, the smell of the peach reminds us that fall is on it’s way. Summer’s last hurrah. We have paired our… Read More bourbon peach cobbler

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 K Engels2 Comments

blackberry and green tea popsicles

“Life was just a tire swing. ‘Jambalaya’ was the only song I could sing. Blackberry pickin’, eatin’ fried chicken, And I never knew a thing about pain. Life was just a tire swing.” ~ Jimmy Buffett The plump, juicy blackberry and a hot summer day are perfect companions. After spending the day elbow deep in… Read More blackberry and green tea popsicles

July 25, 2020July 27, 2020 K EngelsLeave a comment

simple and healthy 5 minute pesto

Eating well and finding quality ingredients isn’t always simple, but it is worth it. Until you are familiar with specific brands or learn more about your local farms and their growing practices, it’s important to first do your research before purchasing products with “healthy” on the label. I spoke with a group not long ago… Read More simple and healthy 5 minute pesto

June 12, 2020January 26, 2021 K EngelsLeave a comment

garlic and herb roasted chicken thighs

Weeknight schedules get busy and life can whisk by in a flash. It’s so tempting to sail in to the drive thru on the way home or use a meal delivery option once cozily inside the house, but it isn’t always the healthiest for you or the fam. Keeping a few simple, delicious and healthy… Read More garlic and herb roasted chicken thighs

June 11, 2020July 9, 2020 K EngelsLeave a comment

making an eaton mess

Summer desserts are on our radar and we just can’t get enough of berry season, so we are making an eaton mess! This traditional English dessert is so simple and can be customized in various ways to fit all the favor profiles in attendance at your backyard summer gatherings. Note: Tossing a few blueberries in… Read More making an eaton mess

June 10, 2020June 21, 2020 K EngelsLeave a comment

margherita pizza

Weekday perfect, you can make the dough ahead of time or pick up fresh-made dough from your local deli. Have your hungry crew top their own pie with their favorite flavors. Late summer shows off Mother Nature’s best work of art. Leaves become restless in anticipation of the fall dance, gourd foliage is in full… Read More margherita pizza

June 8, 2020June 12, 2020 K EngelsLeave a comment

cinnamon apple cider doughnuts

Using the best ingredients is the secret to cooking and when it comes to doughnuts, we use real butter, not margarine and real buttermilk, not powder. The recipe below also asks for apple butter. If you aren’t familiar with this delicious concoction, you can generally find a jar at the farmers market, road side stand… Read More cinnamon apple cider doughnuts

June 4, 2020June 5, 2020 K Engels2 Comments

how to make simple herb compound butter

Simple, delicious compound butters are perfect companions for summertime dishes. Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened dash salt, to taste 1 Tablespoon fresh herbs, minced Choose your faves! Basil and parsley or rosemary, thyme and sage ~ the combinations are endless. Our choice for our Naked Corn on the Cue is: Ingredients 1 clove garlic,… Read More how to make simple herb compound butter

May 24, 2020July 8, 2020 K EngelsLeave a comment

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