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Catch of the Day: Halibut
I have been dying to share this menu. I started experimenting with green tomato salsa last summer and it has since become a family...
Aug 15, 2022
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Game Night Birthday Party
A few weeks ago, we celebrated my younger brother's birthday. He requested heavy hors d'oeuvres and a game night. This would be great to...
Jun 16, 2022
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Spaghetti con Zucchine alla Nerano
I didn't post last week, as I haven't been cooking much recently. Lots of fun travel and weekends away have kept me out of the kitchen....
Jun 7, 2022
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Spring Dinner: Barbecued Cajun Shrimp
My younger brother came home for summer break and we celebrated his return with a fabulous dinner. We tried a new recipe for barbecued...
May 22, 2022
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May Flowers
My family and I had a dinner party this past weekend to celebrate Mother's Day. I picked up a centerpiece from Carither's Flowers. I love...
May 9, 2022
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How to Reduce Kitchen Waste
With Earth Day happening this past Friday, I've been thinking about ways I can reduce my waste, specifically kitchen waste. I try to be...
Apr 24, 2022
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First Sign of Spring
It's officially spring! I love winter, but come March, I'm always ready for the warmer days ahead. Today I'm sharing a spring-inspired...
Mar 27, 2022
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St. Patrick's Day, Updated
Today I'm sharing a menu for St. Patrick's Day, inspired by my first blog post. I can't believe I've been posting menu and table ideas...
Mar 13, 2022
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Weeknight Dinner: Baked Rigatoni
Today I'm sharing a make-ahead weeknight meal that comes together in 40 minutes. Ina Garten's baked rigatoni with lamb ragù is hearty and...
Feb 27, 2022
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Après Ski
Skiing is one of my favorite activities. After a long day on the slopes, there's nothing better than warming up by the fire and enjoying...
Jan 30, 2022
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Christmas Table
I always romanticize Christmas dinner. I love the idea of enjoying a cozy meal inside once the world turns dark and cold. Christmas feels...
Dec 12, 2021
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Friendsgiving Part 2: What to Take
Last week's post shared all the details on how to host a Friendsgiving celebration. Today, I'm coming back with part two: what to take to...
Nov 14, 2021
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Friendsgiving Part 1: How to Host
Today I'm coming to you with a two-part series explaining all things Friendsgiving. You've probably heard this term tossed around in the...
Nov 7, 2021
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October Birthday Dinner
I love birthdays. I think of them as an excuse to dress up and have a special dinner with family and friends. My mom celebrated her...
Oct 31, 2021
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Autumnal Dinner
There's something magical about autumn. This beautiful (if clichéd) quote from The Great Gatsby summarizes it nicely: "Life starts all...
Oct 10, 2021
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Sunday Roast
I am a self proclaimed Anglophile. I love The Great British Bake Off, I casually online-stalk the Royal family, and I am passionate about...
Sep 26, 2021
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William's Chicken Gumbo
My brother, William, loves Cajun cuisine. While deprived of his favorite foods during quarantine, he set out to create his own gumbo...
Sep 10, 2021
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Labor Day Cookout
Labor Day is this Monday! A tribute to American workers, Labor Day became a federal holiday in 1894. In addition to honoring workers and...
Sep 3, 2021
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Southern Supper
Growing up, my mom's family frequently enjoyed tomato sandwiches and fried chicken for supper on Sunday. This idyllic view of a simple...
Aug 4, 2021
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Bastille Day
Happy July 14, aka Bastille Day in France. My grandmother, Randy, came for dinner last weekend. I decided to share our French-inspired...
Jul 14, 2021
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