On the shores of Waneta Lake, four generations of family gathered with old friends and shared food, drink and laughter. Stories were shared. Chicken was grilled. Memories were made. This is what summer is all about. Enjoy it before we have a new season to greet!
Hilarity ensues when the itty child discovers the joy of fishing … her own special way. It would take a 4-year old with little knowledge or care about the connection between putting bait on a hook and dropping it into the lake and pulling a fish out of the water to make fishing the ultimate comedy routine. This plus the secret to transforming smoked salmon into perfect lake food.
A vacation in a strange new place becomes sentimental when the family connection and memories associated with the surroundings takes center stage. Blending traditions around the dinner table makes it all the more sweet.
Anyone that's a fan of buffalo wings should give this fun pizza pie a try. It's easy to put together, but will have you looking for other ways to combine your favorite game day foods and snacks!
Why should a coffee break just involve an afternoon cup of coffee? I'm taking the practice to task and suggesting the addition of mocha cupcakes with vanilla latte buttercream frosting. Now there's a reason to have a cup of coffee!
Fun to watch (as long as it's sped up) and interesting to think about, the New York Times shares video and information about a cookie-baking robot put together by the folks at MIT. Glad to know they love cookies, too!
A hankering gets a nudge from inspiration and, before I knew it, a new sandwich was born. BLTs might never be the same! Cheddar-jalapeno bread, avocado and a fried egg transform an old favorite into a new favorite!
Cooking salmon using the kitchen sink might sound like some kind of prank, but it's actually a great way to get consistent results time and time again. Here, find a great one minute video that takes you through the process, step by step, to a fantastic and fascinating seafood meal.
A recent wedding -- my own -- offers ideas on how to help things run smoothly and make it a fun event for everyone, including the bride and groom. I share my lessons on how to put together a small wedding that can cater to not one, not two, but three different food allergies ... without causing any headaches at all.
