Posts Tagged ‘recipes’
Ideas for Mother’s Day Brunch at Home
Mother’s Day should be a special day for Mom. You can go out to eat, like everyone else, fight crowds, and enjoy general hassle, OR you can plan a super fun Mother’s Day brunch at home, and plan a meal, crafts, and activities for Mom and the whole family. Mother’s Day Brunch Meals Mom will…
Read MoreBackyard BBQ Theme Ideas
Spring has sprung and you know what that means—time for a backyard barbecue! There is nothing that celebrates warm weather more than firing up the grill. It’s a way to celebrate warmer temperatures and get out there to grill up your favorite meals. It’s also an excellent way to bring friends together and enjoy some…
Read MoreCinco de Mayo Ideas for Kids
As a Southern California resident, I’ve partied out to Cinco de Mayo (the fifth of May) many times…so I’m looking forward quite happily to this year’s big bash. My non-Mexican heritage children are, too. So what’s the fuss about, anyway? And what can you do to involve your kids (and yourself!) in this fun and…
Read MoreTraditional St. Patrick’s Day Recipes
One of my favorite St. Patrick’s Day treats is Colcannon. It is a recipe that takes potatoes and cabbages and elevates them to a new level of delicacy. You can also make it with Kale, which is how I prefer it. Kale is one of the healthiest vegetables you can eat, until you add a…
Read MoreA Recipe for St. Patrick’s Day – Smoky Cabbage with a Kick
Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day as much as corned beef, cabbage and potatoes. While always tasty, this recipe will amp up the flavor factor of your cabbage. The best thing about this recipe is that you can easily make a small batch or you can double, triple or quadruple the recipe for a crowd, such…
Read MoreCool Winter Party Snack: Have a Hot Chocolate Bar
Gourmet hot chocolate is a “hot” party snack at cool gatherings. Every chocolate maker puts his or her own spin on the beverage, and you can buy decadent versions of “Wicked Hot Chocolate” at Jacques Torres in New York, or Black Sipping Chocolate at Norman Love Chocolates in Fort Myers, Florida. And, there are hundreds…
Read MoreSuper Bowl Party Snacks
Serve super snacks at your Super Bowl party! Here are some goodies that always get gobbled up at Katie’s parties. A few have been served at family gatherings for well over 30 years. (Before Katie could even eat them!) Hot Dried Beef Dip Definitely a dip for a guy’s guy, but ladies love it too,…
Read MoreMidnight Merriment: Ring in the New Year!
Celebrating the New Year? Keep the pace lively, the entertainment elegant, the drinks flowing, and the food plentiful. Here’s how to celebrate in style, with a variety of cocktail and snack recipes to try!
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