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I hope you’ll allow me to make this short and sweet; just like these snowcones. I was already late to the gate that I’m writing on Friday AM and then my daughter just called. She’s subletting her apartment for the summer so she can concentrate on her health more and finances less and today is [...] CommentsOh my. Yes, I should sym
I was one of the lucky few invited last fall to join a group of local food bloggers and attend an intimate dinner at one of Chef Frank Bonanno’s widely popular Denver restaurants, Luca D’Italia, to sample some of the recipes from their new icookbook, The Luca D’Italia Cookbook. Filled with recipes for family style [...] Related StoriesBacon, J
I was one of the lucky few invited last fall to join a group of local food bloggers and attend an intimate dinner at one of Chef Frank Bonanno’s wildly popular Denver restaurants, Luca D’Italia, to sample some of the recipes from their new icookbook, The Luca D’Italia Cookbook. Filled with recipes for family style [...] CommentsWhat a f
I know better but I’ve done it again. Eager to have spring start and not content to just buy some basil at the grocery store, I decided to purchase a couple of plants last week and put them into pots and harvest their leaves instead. Then it snowed and night temperatures fell into the 20′s [...] CommentsAnother beautiful drink! I can re
This was a tough assignment for sure; this reviewing of a book all about compound butters. First there was the huge effort of deciding sweet or savory…that was almost unfair so I decided to try both and decide. One savory version using caramelized onions was terrific; we used it on baked potatoes and bread and [...] CommentsI have to purchase
I lived in the South for many years and while I can’t brag about having been to the Kentucky Derby, I can say I’ve driven through that part of the country during our moves and it is amazingly beautiful. Wide, rolling expanses of green grass are accentuated with white fences that stretch for miles. You [...] CommentsIt is so beautiful th
These apple and cinnamon cupcakes with cream cheese frosting may seem more of a Fall dessert in the US but if weather plays a role in our food choices, when my daughter made these last weekend, looking for fall comfort would have been appropriate…there was still a chill in the air! We’ve had a glorious [...] CommentsI love cream cheese
I’ve even asked myself if this bourbon and hot fudge milkshake belongs in Friday Cocktails but I could not come up with definitive criteria that negated it; after all it does include bourbon…so my final answer? Why yes, yes it does! We are yearning for spring in Denver…we have had more snow this April than [...] CommentsThanks for
Do you remember when I teased you a bit last week and promised the recipe for Roasted Vegetable Pasta that accompanied a Scallion and Ginger Spiced Chicken dish that Emily and I made for Lauren? Well, here it is…and it is SO good. It was a big hit…I mean HUGE. I could have eaten this [...] CommentsYou are right on…sometimes yum is all t
If you don’t know already then let me tell you how much I love Colorado. Not from here originally, I grew up in a suburb of St. Louis. As a young married woman I moved with my husband to North Carolina where we lived for 10 years before making our way west to Colorado. I’ve [...] CommentsLove the local pride! All that stuff looks amazing! by ElizabethRelated Storie
I’m thinking of the folks in Boston as I write. As a Denver, CO resident, I know too well the sorrow of events of this nature and how it can impact an entire city so my heart and my prayers are with them today. Along with that sorrow though comes hope; seeing evidence of the [...] CommentsThese remind me of a friend's orange shortbread cookies that I ... by Karen Harris[
Let’s get one thing straight…as much as I love making all manner of cocktails, my true confession is that I just plain LOVE margaritas. For me, the whole cocktail making thing started with this one; this one very special margarita. Although it might use what one would consider pretty standard ingredients; it is the quality [...] CommentsBy: Stacy | Wicked Good
I never promised that my Wednesday posts would be in the morning did I? Finding a rhythm that works with living in one place and doing my photo work in another will be a challenge but I’m thankful for the space at my daughter Emily’s that gives me plenty of room for a table, lights, [...] Related StoriesSpinach Lasagna – A Great Vegetarian Alternative for #Waunstron
I have been blessed with so many offers to assist with guest posts the past few weeks while I deal with the impending move (TOMORROW!!) and focus on helping my sweet girl with preparing her meals, meeting her doctors and this past weekend helping her clean her apartment so she can sub-lease it. We feel [...] CommentsLove all the pink hues here!! Good luck on the move, Barb! xo
I have been blessed with so many offers to assist with guest posts the past few weeks while I deal with the impending move (TOMORROW!!) and focus on helping my sweet girl with preparing her meals, meeting her doctors and this past weekend helping her clean her apartment so she can sub-lease it. We feel [...] CommentsOops; twofold. First it was a gu
The kitchen is packed; the furniture to be given away is gone, the garage is almost there and ‘my stuff’ (food, food props, kitchen must haves) are all at my friend Karen’s or in my studio at my daughter Emily’s. I made this cake for the first Denver food blogger Meetup I put together over [...] CommentsI know what you mean about memories in every crevi
Snowbird: A northerner who moves to a warmer southern state in the winter. It’s springtime in the Rockies and we’ve had more snow lately than we’ve seen all winter long so I’m calling this cocktail the Blood Orange Snowbird because, like the folks who head south for the winter to warmer climates, I’m about ready [...] Related StoriesThe Papal Maple ̵
Snowbird: A northerner who moves to a warmer southern state in the winter. It’s springtime in the Rockies and we’ve had more snow lately than we’ve seen all winter long so I’m calling this cocktail the Blood Orange Snowbird because, like the folks who head south for the winter to warmer climates, I’m about ready [...] CommentsI do so little with v
Thanks to my daughter Emily for this recipe…and much more. She has been invaluable these past few months and I simply could not have accomplished a move without her (next Saturday is MOVING DAY!). Helping me get my home ready to go on sale; giving me a place to crash through 4 weeks of nonstop [...] Related StoriesLe Peep’s Gooey BunsButternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese f
I don’t eat out often; it’s just not my thing, much preferring to throw something simple together at home than pick up food to go. But moving changes EVERYTHING and I simply can not impress upon you how overwhelming this effort has been. Maybe I should have moved more often so this job would be [...] CommentsThanks for sharing this recipe. These gooey muffins are .
I’m so excited to announce that I’m giving away a Spice Set from CookingPlanIt! It’s an awesome set of spices that includes 26 of the most commonly used spices in the kitchen: Ground Cumin Basil Saigon Cinnamon Bay Leaves Smoked Paprika Thyme Garlic Powder Mediterranean Oregano Onion Powder Rosemary Nutmeg Powder Red Pepper Flakes Coriander [...] CommentsI would have to say th
I was born into a Catholic family. I need to get that out in the open so that someone doesn’t think I’m making fun of Catholics with this Papal Maple cocktail. My Aunt Jane goes by Sister Mary Lizette so I mean a REALLY Catholic family. My Dad was the Catholic and my mom was [...] Related StoriesYpocras – Spiced Red Wine with Cabernet Sauvignon from Mira WineryA Bab
Many readers already are aware that I’m dedicating Wednesdays to my daughter Lauren who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s not going to be a diary about her journey; she’s doing that herself with a site at CaringBridge.com. In this space I just want to share the nutritious foods, including these Naked Juice Pops, [...] Related StoriesYpocras – Spi
My friend Ansh with the blog Spice Roots is guest posting for me today; I’m in the thick of packing and stressed to the max about getting everything done so having friends help with some posts has been a huge relief. I met Ansh when she joined a local food blogger group I had started [...] Related StoriesBarbeque Shrimp with Cheese Grits – A Very Southern Tradition for Ne
I spied a recipe on Food 52 a couple of weeks ago that took me back many years. It was a method for making a spiced wine at room temperature that I haven’t done since I lived in an apartment complex as a young woman and had a neighbor Alma of Greek descent who shared [...] Related StoriesRosemary Cherry Crush with Tequila, Cherry Preserves, Rosemary and LimeA Baby Guinness for
Last fall I was invited by the folks with Share Our Strength to attend one of the ‘Cooking Matters‘ events they hold on a regular basis that helps middle school kids in low income families with nutrition information as well as hands on cooking classes. The event I went to had myself and others helping [...] CommentsThis is my favorite way to eat macaroni and cheese
In 2010 I realized I wasn’t going to be heading either east or west to attend blogging conferences like many. I own a web business and the demands of that full time job just didn’t afford me the luxury of taking off for parts unknown yet I yearned to meet more of ‘my kind.’ Not [...] Related StoriesShort Rib, Caramelized Onion and Vermont Cheddar Sandwich from
My daughter Emily shared a photo of this cocktail (well really a shot) with me last week; I have to admit I had never heard of it. Still, I thought it was not only so cute but just perfect for St Patty’s Paddy’s Day. You might wonder what the big deal is about putting a [...] Comments[...] Baby Guinness – Creative Culinary. Since I have a ... by Weekend Reading -
My oldest daughter Emily joins me again with a wonderful combination; a strawberry compote served with Greek yogurt that is topped with a super nutritious granola. I love it with ice cream too and the compote completed a breakfast I made for Lauren the other day when I used it to top strawberry and cream [...] CommentsYUM! I love granola and compote on yogurt! I haven't had a
I think I’m part Irish or maybe really I just like to think I am. I know my Dad’s side of the family come from Switzerland and Germany and my mother’s maiden name of Vaden is English…but I’m not sure about her mother. My Grandmother Vaden was the diametric opposite of my beloved Grandma Bathe; [...] CommentsYou are too sweet; thanks a bunch! This
I think I’m part Irish or maybe really I just like to think I am. I know my Dad’s side of the family come from Switzerland and Germany and my mother’s maiden name of Vaden is English…but I’m not sure about her mother. My Grandmother Vaden was the diametric opposite of my beloved Grandma Bathe; [...] CommentsThis is a wonderful post, Barb! I was wo
I think I’m part Irish or maybe really I just like to think I am. I know my Dad’s side of the family come from Switzerland and Germany and my mother’s maiden name of Vaden is English…but I’m not sure about her mother. My Grandmother Vaden was the diametric opposite of my beloved Grandma Bathe; [...] CommentsI came to see the food, but so enjoyed y
I’ve been blogging for a LONG time and I’ve never had another food blogger guest post before…but I do believe things are ‘gonna be a-changin.’ I’m admittedly beyond overwhelmed right now trying to manage a full time business, this blog, sell my home and be a part of the support team for my daughter Lauren [...] Related StoriesThe Red Carpet –
I’ve been blogging for a LONG time and I’ve never had another food blogger guest post before…but I do believe things are ‘gonna be a-changin.’ I’m admittedly beyond overwhelmed right now trying to manage a full time business, this blog, sell my home and be a part of the support team for my daughter Lauren [...] CommentsWhat a beautiful drink
This is the first in a series of recipes I’ll be doing that will be provided to me by the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. I’ve mentioned before that I met a group of folks with this organization when they were in Denver doing a cooking demonstration at Whole Foods while in town for the [...] CommentsA beautiful post, Barb! It's wonderful to see your daughter .
This is the first in a series of recipes I’ll be doing that will be provided to me by the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. I’ve mentioned before that I met a group of folks with this organization when they were in Denver doing a cooking demonstration at Whole Foods while in town for the [...] Comments#Waunstrong ! She is strong and with such loving friends and
This is the first in a series of recipes I’ll be doing that will be provided to me by the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. I’ve mentioned before that I met a group of folks with this organization when they were in Denver doing a cooking demonstration at Whole Foods while in town for the [...] CommentsI love it too; she is struggling with it and thinks we're jus
I first published this post a couple of years ago and thinks it’s worth sharing again. Yes, this is now something that hits closer to home but it also hits family’s everywhere and I’ve long had such great respect for what St. Baldrick’s does in the fight against cancer. St Patrick’s Day will be here [...] Comments[...] 'Irish Coffee' Cake [...] by
I first published this post a couple of years ago and thinks it’s worth sharing again. Yes, this is now something that hits closer to home but it also hits family’s everywhere and I’ve long had such great respect for what St. Baldrick’s does in the fight against cancer; I did a fundraiser for them [...] CommentsI love baking with a bit of booze; never e
One fun and unexpected benefit from crafting a cocktail each week has been the discovery of how versatile tequila is. I say with some confidence that before I started The Friday Cocktail I only thought of tequila cocktails as either a margarita or a shot. Period. I really have come a long way baby! I’ve [...] CommentsPreserves and spices and beer and tequila! Everything
One fun and unexpected benefit from crafting a cocktail each week has been the discovery of how versatile tequila is. I say with some confidence that before I started The Friday Cocktail I only thought of tequila cocktails as either a margarita or a shot. Period. I really have come a long way baby! I’ve [...] CommentsWhat a beautiful, refreshing looking cocktail for thi
I seldom struggle for words to say; I probably struggle more with being quiet. But today is different. I have the words but I know in the saying of them or even the thinking of them that the news I received Monday is still too raw and a flood of tears will start to wash [...] Related StoriesPinot Noir Chocolate BrowniesHeath Bar Slice ‘n Bake Shortbread Cookies for #Baketogethe
I seldom struggle for words to say; I probably struggle more with being quiet. But today is different. I have the words but I know in the saying of them or even the thinking of them that the news I received Monday is still too raw and a flood of tears will start to wash [...] CommentsI'm so sorry to hear of Lauren's diagnosis of breast cancer – ... by DoreenI'm thinking of you
I seldom struggle for words to say; I probably struggle more with being quiet. But today is different. I have the words but I know in the saying of them or even the thinking of them that the news I received Monday is still too raw and a flood of tears will start to wash [...] CommentsBy: Priscilla | ShesCookin by Priscilla | ShesCookinI am at a total loss for words. I hop
I think this combination of bacon, jalapeno and red onion accentuated with dollops of cream cheese is my current favorite of all time. I’m not kidding. I’m not a pizza aficionado by any means either so I would agree that I’ve not done a thorough study or comparison but this pizza won me over big. [...] CommentsI made this pizza tonight for dinner – it's delic
I think this combination of bacon, jalapeno and red onion accentuated with dollops of cream cheese is my current favorite of all time. I’m not kidding. I’m not a pizza aficionado by any means either so I would agree that I’ve not done a thorough study or comparison but this pizza won me over big. [...] CommentsMakes me want to make homemade pizza for dinner t
Well, not really missed it but I’ve heard from enough folks to know they sort of expected a margarita post from me yesterday. Oops! I had to make a choice and thought an Oscar Cocktail needed to happen instead for The Friday Cocktail. Besides, we really need to start a movement to change this day. [...] CommentsBy: Kate | Food Babbles by Kate | Food BabblesOh good g
Well, not really missed it but I’ve heard from enough folks to know they sort of expected a margarita post from me yesterday. Oops! I had to make a choice and thought an Oscar Cocktail needed to happen instead for The Friday Cocktail. Besides, we really need to start a movement to change this day. [...] CommentsI agree with moving the day, seems like it should be around
Several months ago my friend Paula from the blog Vanilla Bean Baker sent me a variety of periodicals that included ‘mocktails’ – a cocktail that is devoid of alcohol. I’ve been thinking of adding a selection of mocktails to The Friday Cocktail but until today I’ve sure not acted on it. When my friend Rachael [...] Related StoriesBlood & Sand –
Several months ago my friend Paula from the blog Vanilla Bean Baker sent me a variety of periodicals that included ‘mocktails’ – a cocktail that is devoid of alcohol. I’ve been thinking of adding a selection of mocktails to The Friday Cocktail but until today I’ve sure not acted on it. When my friend Rachael [...] CommentsBy: Drink of The Week: Th
