Congratulations to the winners of the giveaways. The winners were randomly selected by random picker. Robert Daly- wusthof knives Jennlynn Whitley – anolon set Diane Prokop- microplane Thanks everyone for entering I have another giveaway coming up. Stay tuned!
Fennel and potato gratin
Most people know about a traditional potato au gratin dish, but I wanted to give this classic a twist and add some fennel. The results were delicious. If you’re planning on bringing a side dish to a party or just making it for a weeknight meal. Enjoy! Ingredients: 2 large potatoes sliced into 1/4 inch…
Anolon Advanced Umber Pots and Pans giveaway
My final giveaway for the holiday season is here. These pots are perfect for creating all those holiday meals. I love the bronze color of the pots and pans as well. Metal utensil safe Anolon Advanced pots and pans are made of heavy gauge hard anodized aluminum to ensure efficient, even heat distribution for exceptional cooking…
Microplane Zester/Grater Giveaway
I love using my microplane in the kitchen. It’s such a great little gadget. I use it for grating garlic and cheese, to zesting lemons and oranges. With razor-sharp edges and comfortable grips, grater creates flakes of hard cheese, chocolate and zest. Top salads and pastas with Parmesan Reggiano or add natural flavors to lemon…
Wüsthof Knife set Giveaway
This review and giveaway is a special one just for all of you foodies. One of my favorite tools to use in the kitchen has to be a good knife and Wusthof is by far my favorite brand. If you enjoy the art of cooking and prepping you will love these knives, they are nice…
The Holiday Flavors of Rioja: Spanish Spiced Turkey
The Holiday Flavors of Rioja: Spanish Spiced Turkey The holiday season is in full swing. Before you know it your kitchen will be pumping out glorious platters of food and your dining room will be bustling with friends and family from near and far. But let’s not forget the drinks! To pair with your favorite…
Thai carrot noodles
If you enjoy Thai peanut noodles you will love this dish. The crazy part about it is it doesn’t have noodles at all, but it’s substituted by carrots sliced really thin or by using a spiralizer. This is a super easy dish to make and enjoy. My kids loved it too. Ingredients: 4 carrots, cut…
Brussels Sprout and Bacon Pizza
We love to eat Brussels sprouts in our home pretty much any time of the year. I wasn’t a big fan as a child but I’m obsessed now or maybe it’s because I use bacon fat to cook my Brussels sprouts in. Whatever the case may be we love to eat it and why not…
S’Mores Cupcakes
I love making cupcakes. There are so many types that can be created. The sky is not the limit. I know my kids love smores, so I ran that idea through them about a smores cupcake. I know there are different types of smores cupcakes out there but I wanted mine to stand out. The…
Ca Va Brasserie
Headed to NYC and don’t know where to get dinner after the theater or concert? I have the place for you. Ça Va Brasserie located right in the heart of Manhattan its open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. The restaurant’s á la carte dinner menu serves traditional brasserie fare as well…
The Elysee Hotel
New York is filled with beautiful hotels. Finding the perfect one can sometimes be difficult. I really feel that I hit the jackpot with The Elysee hotel. Upon arriving we were greeted by the doorman that took out car to valet. Upon entering the hotel it’s like you’re stepping back in time, but it’s a chic…
Cauliflower Au Gratin
Creating different sides for a meal can be fun. You can be very creative with different vegetables and toppings. Luckily my kids love pretty much anything, so it makes my life easier when creating a side. Cauliflower was the vegetable of choice this week, and I wanted it to be creamy like a potato au…
Homemade Delish 