Chicken thighs are often overlooked as a main course, but these inexpensive cuts of meat are actually very satisfying when grilling for a large crowd. Crispy and delicious these honey-lime chicken thighs are grilled to perfection and coated with a sweet, twangy glaze sure to tantalize your inner colonial. RECIPE: Serves 10 10 chicken thighs…Continue Reading “Honey-Lime Chicken Thighs”
The warm summer months bring forth a bountiful fare of fresh vegetables to our kitchens that are easy to prepare and bursting with possibilities. These simple dishes have a robust flavor when combined with fresh herbs and delicate cheeses in a colorful medley. This recipe for grilled summer vegetables can easily be tweaked to accommodate…Continue Reading “Grilled Vegetables with Goat Cheese”
Quench your thirst on July 4th by mixing up a bit of nostalgic Americana with a twist. Store bought lemonade gets an upgrade by adding frozen blueberries, a generous amount of vodka and just a bit of basil. Serve up in a glass milk bottle with a festive straw. Pairs well with a fabulous…Continue Reading “Vodka Lemonade”
A seasonal fresh flower arrangement is the perfect compliment to any home’s interior. Creating your very own custom arrangement may seem like a daunting task, but by following this simple three-step method; you will have camera ready arrangments on standby. MATERIALS: Fresh cut flowers and foliage Garden sheers or sharp scissors Twine or rubber band…Continue Reading “Flower Arranging”
The Virginia House-Wife is one of America’s very first housekeeping and cooking how-to publications. Written by Mary Randolph and published in 1824, The Virginia House-Wife called for inexpensive ingredients that anyone could purchase to prepare impressive meals with limited time in the kitchen. It’s publication also popularized the widespread use of over 40 new vegetables….Continue Reading “Fourth of July Menu”
Soon the skies will be bursting with glittery pops of vivid color to celebrate America’s birthday and so too will your holiday table. Summer casual doesn’t always have to mean checkered table cloths and plastic ware! Bring an opulent touch of “Backyard Chic” to your Fourth of July celebration befitting a bygone era by combining…Continue Reading “Fourth of July”