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Orangery reminded. From St. Nicks Tangerine to Grandma Ella’s Orange Marmalade

Orangery reminded. From St. Nicks Tangerine to Grandma Ella’s Orange Marmalade

As the tradition goes, St. Nick visits during the night, leaving a Tangerine in the shoes of c, a small but sweet symbol of generosity. the bright citrus fruit , often nestled among stockings or tucked inside boots, is a reminder of the simple joys […]

A Family Tradition: Spaghetti and Peas

A Family Tradition: Spaghetti and Peas

In our family, spaghetti and peas isn’t just a dish; it’s a comforting ritual that brings us together, reminding us of simpler times and shared stories. Growing up, it was the meal that brought everyone to the table, a reliable classic that somehow managed to […]

A Family Tradition: The Scent of Orange

A Family Tradition: The Scent of Orange

During our childhood one of the household chores was tag teaming oranges. the Trees seemed enormous, branches heavy with ripe, sunkissed fruit. we would tag team the trees, carefully pulling the oranges from the trees with careful precision and eager excitement. there was something special […]

Family Recipes: A Journey Through Time and Taste.

Family Recipes: A Journey Through Time and Taste.

Family recipes are steeped in meaning and history. Each stories is memorialized for generations. The recipe that was started by Grandma Butterfly is treasured by current aunts and uncles and now handed down to cousins and fire house work place. The recipes aren’t just about […]

Notes to Share. Comfort Food from our Dorm Kitchen

Notes to Share. Comfort Food from our Dorm Kitchen

We came back from Creighton today Welcome weekend showed us we have a common area kitchen to work in. My thoughts are to weekly share common food with new friends. A simple “Blue Jay – Blue Berry Cobbler” is one to share on a hot […]

Humorous Culinary Postcard.

Humorous Culinary Postcard.

receiving a humorous culinary postcard is a delightful treat, akin to enjoying a classic bad dad joke. the post card received from Brandon featuring a cake that had quite an adventure in the kitchen. The cake and the oven did not get along, but at […]

Menu from Augusta

Menu from Augusta

An old menu found is a treasure. whether it is for research, nostalgia or restoration reading the old menu is rewarding. The menu is not going into the detail of the recipes but a collection of ideas and flavors. the time line is important as […]

Corn Bread

Corn Bread

Quick Corn Bread is a side accompaniment for Hoppin John on new years day.

Hoppin John for NewYears Day

Hoppin John for NewYears Day

Hoppin’ Johns is a traditional Southern dish that Mama puts together on New Years Day. It is steeped in tradition. The black eye peas look forward, rice and pork symbolizing luck and prosperity for the coming year. additionally – the peas represent coins, rice prosperity. […]