Where to begin? That I needed a vacation (or detox) after my recent school break? That we had some excellent food in the month of December? That, for the first time ever, I was sad to see the holidays end? That I failed (sort of) to live up to my lofty goal of baking for … Continue reading Cue Etta James…At last…
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Christmas Eve & Christmas Day in the DelSo
Christmas Eve was a food-filled extravaganza! From the delicious antipasti items from Cardona's (stuffed olives, prosciutto, spicy sopressata) to the 5 year aged gouda from the Honest Weight, we started the evening on a high note. I must admit, I was on my game and the herb-encrusted rack of lamb I roasted was AMAZING! We … Continue reading Christmas Eve & Christmas Day in the DelSo
Let the festivities begin!
Tonight the girls are coming over for brisket and copious amounts of red wine. Since Jaclyn is Jewish and we're having brisket, the theme for the night is "Mock Chanukah." If you say Mock Chanukah fast and kind of meld the words into one, and make that "k" sound in your throat with some excess … Continue reading Let the festivities begin!
The days are about to get longer…
which is a good thing, because it is hard getting everything done, that I would like to get done, in a short day. In 2 days it will be the Winter Solstice, then we will be heading into the light of the Summer Solstice. Definitely half-full.After a hectic week of concerts, meetings and get-togethers, I … Continue reading The days are about to get longer…
Twelve Days of Christmas – updated
I've come to the realization that, while I may be Wonder Woman, I am not Sara Lee or Betty Crocker and I do not have time to bake something homemade every single day. Don't be disheartened! My commitment to provide yumminess to 12 neighbors is intact, I'm just going to have to consolidate my baking … Continue reading Twelve Days of Christmas – updated
Happy Hour #4 – Kitchen Pass Edition
Yes, I know that I am posting my Happy Hour experiences out of order, but it is my blog. I wanted to share my experiences from Friday while they are fresh since I've already proven that I lose details as time passes. To begin - is anyone familiar with the term "Kitchen Pass" or is … Continue reading Happy Hour #4 – Kitchen Pass Edition
12 days of Christmas
This year I decided to try a new tradition. For each of the 12 days leading up to Christmas, I am going to bake something and surprise a DelSo neighbor with a holiday treat. Maybe I'll come to your house with some warm-from-the-oven goodness! Today I am trying a recipe from this month's Bon Appetit, … Continue reading 12 days of Christmas
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