If you are bored of the same old brunches or shower menus, give this one a try! This is an unexpected twist to a basic menu.   This is originally from “Big Book of Breakfast” by Maryana Vollstedt but was given a few tweaks by my friend Margo Eremus who was nice enough to pass it on to me. Keep…
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Bloody Marys! Whether it is a little hair of the dog or just a relaxing afternoon, nothing says Sunday Funday like the perfect Bloody Mary! Everyone has their own version of the perfect bloody Mary and I am no exception. I found the most amazing recipe that has the perfect balance of tomato, heat and vodka. This is Kristin Alfandre’s…
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The flowers and blooming and the sun is out so this can really only mean one thing… WEDDING SEASON! What goes hand in hand with wedding season? Bridal Showers! I just happened to go to a beautiful one this past weekend for a family friend. We showered the happy bride with presents and best wishes and then of course gorged…
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Mojitos in the winter?? Im telling you…. I need it. I am done with the snow. Done done done. I have been dreaming of the beach and heat and floating in a pool. Instead, I am shoveling, de-icing and salting. Its torture. So in honor of needing summer, I decided to make my favorite summertime drink….The Mojito.

Chili is one of those dishes that everyone loves…and if you don’t then you haven’t found the chili for you. It is easy to make, and easy to serve. It is perfect to make ahead of time and then keep warm on the stove so people can grab it when they want. In honor of this Sunday’s Super Bowl, I…
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