Have a friend who is expecting a baby? Surprise her with a delightful high tea baby shower and all the fun involved in enjoying tea, treats, and the company of others. Get a couple of friends to help out with the planning and that will be just as fun as the event.
Sometimes, when you have really lovely ingredients on hand, the best way to treat them is gently. No fancy cooking methods, no expensive truffle oil … just good, basic food prepared simply and enjoyed for what it is. Sometimes, you are lucky enough for that approach to involve steak.
If the only place you ever enjoy Thai food is your favorite restaurant, it's time to discover the joys of making Thai food at home. Start your adventure with Pad Thai, a simple noodle dish that relies on a creamy, spicy sauce that is easy to make in a blender and some basic stir frying.
A delicious cookie bar recipe gets its bite from ginger - both powdered and crystallized - and the result is a decidedly grown up cookie bar that pairs well with everything from your morning coffee to a glass of port or whiskey at the end of the day.
Sometimes when you're in the middle of quality family time, you also get the munchies. If you plan a little ahead, it's easy enough to solve this problem! If you've ever had the sweet cereal snack called Puppy Chow before, it's time to make it even better with Nutella!
While not remotely healthy for you, there's something entirely comforting about a steak and eggs breakfast. Make that a country-fried steak and eggs breakfast with a side of country gravy, and you'll be happy to go on that afternoon hike to justify a start to the day like that!
Once you master the art of braiding dough, you'll find yourself seeking all kinds of excuses to wrap delicious fillings in bread dough and baking it all until dinner is ready! What's more, you can plan things ahead and have dinner on the table in about 20 minutes.
Want to explore some of the finest cuisine on the planet while traveling the globe? A cruise that features James Beard Foundation award winner John Suley as the man in control of the menu can be the ultimate vacation for an adventurous foodie.
Think you need to plan world travel in order to enjoy cuisine enjoyed half a world away? Not at all! Enjoy Ethiopian-inspired comfort food at home with a delicious recipe that helps you bring a little of the world to your dinner table.
The recent confluence of St. Patrick's Day and the popularity of sliders makes for a fun and creative mini-sandwich that really impresses. Next time you are hosting a gathering, whether it be for watching the big game, playing tabletop games, or just gathering with friends and loved ones, consider these delightful morsels!
