While perusing my Instagram feed, I ran across a post from a friend that read “Slutty Brownies”. The first post consisted of a picture of said brownies courtesy the blog, The Londoner. The posts that followed were the steps taken while preparing these most sinful sounding brownies. Insert eyes popping out of sockets AND jaw dropping to the floor! These … Continue reading
Although some of the weather we’ve had in Northern California over the last few weeks suggests that Spring has already sprung, it’s not officially here until March 20th!! I know this because Spring is one of my absolute favorite seasons! Fall being my second. 🙂 Sadly, many trees have already gone to blossom and an … Continue reading
Yes, you read that right. No, it’s not quite what you think. When I woke up to a Facebook post of the below picture from a friend suggesting I work my magic, stating he knew I could make these even more awesome, I couldn’t resist. Challenge accepted. Making something more awesome and taking it to a higher … Continue reading
Recently I had a mad craving for Ahi Tuna. Finding it at the market however can be hit and miss. As luck would have it, I found some beautiful Ahi Tuna steaks while strolling thru the seafood department of Whole Foods. With the one steak, I created two delicious and very different meals. The first … Continue reading
If you’ve been following my posts than you know I’m participating in an Instagram photo challenge. The March Food Photo Challenge to be exact. 🙂 Today’s theme is dishes. Being I am the queen of dishes, I got this one! And what better dishes to use than my cupcake dessert dishes! Although super cute with their tart-pan like edges and … Continue reading
The word “lasagna” doesn’t do a thing for me. But add the words “pesto” and “polenta” aaaaand…. my interest is piqued! I receive daily emails from allrecipes.com. Not really a fan of lasagna, I deleted a recent email purely based on the subject line, Pesto Polenta Lasagna. But the words pesto and polenta kept calling to me. I needed to check … Continue reading
Until yesterday, I had never heard of purple cauliflower! Needless to say I was also surprised to learn that there are orange and green varieties of cauliflower as well. Hmmm. Where have I been!? Apparently kept in the dark with the mushrooms!! 😉 These colorful varieties of cauliflower can be found in some local supermarkets. … Continue reading
Other than the sweet aroma of fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, nothing smells as wonderful and inviting as roasted chicken while it’s baking. Mmmm!! Just thinking about it can take me to my “happy place”. 🙂 I’m no stranger to roasting a whole chicken, but unless you’re cooking for a few, a whole chicken can often be too much. … Continue reading
With Lent starting tomorrow, many are asking themselves (and preparing for) what they intend to give up for the next 6 weeks. Many opting to give up food related items, such as candy or sweets in general. Although I don’t have intentions of giving up my chocolate-y weakness, I felt what better time to share my addiction … Continue reading
What might I be referring to you ask!? Karma of course! Based in Petaluma California, Karma is a mobile food truck serving up Indian food from the side of the street. I had been seeing posts pop up on my Facebook feed for months, one in particular catching my eye – “Order the Sexy beast fries, topped with … Continue reading
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