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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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
Re-reading my favorite Diana Kennedy book seemed appropriate last Friday. I was looking to tart up store bought tamales and looking to The Cuisines of Mexico for inspiration.
where to start…there was a barrage of sides this year as it appeared through a pandemic – everyone wanted to get together. the accompaniments to the main dish are looked forward to as tradition. Or so it was assumed.
Roasted vegies for Christmas dinner this year is raised up a notch from Trader joe’s. TJ’s thought is to roast the whole stalk. A simple idea became a fun part of the stay safe at home holiday celebration. Sprouts are salt, peppered, maple syrup and […]
This Thanksgiving is far different from any other we have and probably ever will experience. Though, what better excuse for good food?! This year, I made one of my favorite dishes of all time: Scalloped Potatoes. Everything from the cream, to the butter, and especially […]
“Fall” Tis the season. Hunters moon / Harvest Moon and Blue moon this month. ‘Tis the rising of the Great Pumpkin . Starting the Holiday Season with social distance still enforced is the season of solace. Still, Denver Post says there is comfort in Pumpkin. […]
