Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with these essential recipes! The month of May is just loaded with so many great occasions to celebrate. In my opinion, May is the initial start to summer; and that means sharing some refreshing cocktails outdoors with friends, and of course, some great food. Cinco de Mayo embodies both of those great…Continue Reading “Celebrate Cinco De Mayo”
The Derby season has officially begun and the races are off for that most coveted grand prize. Not only is this the biggest day in the world of equestrian sports, but it’s also the perfect excuse to gather some of your closest friends and drink bourbon all day long. Not that we really need an…Continue Reading “Kentucky Derby Favorites”
Cinco De Mayo is officially here. A day, in my opinion, that is truly worth celebrating. Like, really celebrating. Margaritas are after all one of the greatest inventions on earth, and also the love of my life. Luckily, I have a few really stellar Marg recipes that will change your life. Lindsay Lohan Fornarina change your…Continue Reading “Must Have Margaritas”
As the Final Table for the World Food Championships is on, the stakes are higher than ever; and the official Food Champ will be announced. Along with the coveted title comes a large cash prize to the tune of $100,000 dollars. I am particularly excited about this year’s final table because I was lucky enough…Continue Reading “World Food Championships Final Table”
Herbs that grow abundantly in the garden like mint and parsley make a flavor bomb like no other that pairs beautifully with grilled meats and light summer fair. Each pesto, no matter the choice of ingredients, uses the same traditional method of preparation. So, think outside the box this season with some fresh new takes…Continue Reading “Mint & Parsley Pesto”
I love a tried and true recipe that has stood the test of time. Maybe it’s that little bit of Appalachian pioneer in me that just draws me to those peculiar and sometimes out of the box ways to utilize home-grown ingredients. One of those being, Corn Cobb Jelly. The notion of deriving a deliciously…Continue Reading “Corn Cobb Jelly”
Whats not to love about pesto? Bold herb flavor marries beautifully with savory cheeses, nuts, and oil in an emulsion like no other. While I love basil pesto just as much as the next person, I often love to explore other flavor combinations that can be created from other parts of the garden. Like any…Continue Reading “Radish Leaf Pesto”
When I officially made the move to the barn after much renovation, then came the fun task of decorating it. I was, and am still, over-the-moon about the fact that this space is unlike any place I have called home before. A vast, open expanse of space in a loft-like setting, means there are many…Continue Reading “Create a Gallery Wall”
Easter is just a few short weeks away, and that means Spring entertaining is basically upon us! I have been so excited to team up with Rebecca Gordon from Buttermilk Lipstick on a fabulous and festive Easter Egg Hunt Party to not only celebrate Easter but also, the season. Rebecca and I met over two…Continue Reading “Essential Easter Recipes”
An essential part of any proper Easter celebration is the allure of finding the ever elusive prize egg in an Easter Egg Hunt. So, why not host an Easter Egg Hunt party for children and adults alike this easter! Better yet, center the party around luscious desserts that serve as a sweet treat for guests,…Continue Reading “Host an Easter Egg Hunt”