How’s this for a fun idea…
“Meet & Eat”
Get a bowl,
Fill with names of restaurants you’ve wanted to try out,
Draw one out and meet a group of friends there for a meal out…
Repeat every month!
Have you ever done a dinner club before? Since I adore food & good company this seems like an ingenius idea!!
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“…no one is born a great cook,
one learns by doing.”
—Julia Child, My Life in France
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Inspired by the joy of eating together…
…Hope you break bread with a loved one today!!
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It’s the weekend…woohoo!
And if that wasn’t enough to make you want to celebrate it’s also Cinco de Mayo & the Kentucky Derby tomorrow! If you feel so inclined to toast the occasion(s) here are two delicious recipes from the mouth-watering blog How Sweet It Is which will be sure to get you in the mood…
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For the fiesta known as Cinco de Mayo…
{Crockpot Beer Carnitas Tacos}
For the extravagant, Southern charm of the Derby…
…Cheers to a beautiful May weekend!!
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Are you ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow?
Here is a little menu in case you want to whip up some Irish goodies!
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{Meal}
Irish Mash via What Katie Ate
{Dessert}
Black & Tan Cakes w/Irish Cream Glaze via Pass the Sushi
{Drink}
Pot of Gold Cocktail via The Glitter Guide
Hope you all have a happy & safe weekend!!
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I’ve got Grilled Cheese on my mind today!
Here are some fun variations of the ever classic (and delicious) sandwich:
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…Time to get my Grilled Cheese on!!
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Remember passing out candy & treats along with your Valentines back in the day? Instead of just a box of chocolates (although there is nothing wrong with that), why not make something sweet for those you love this weekend…
Here is a little inspiration:
…Yum, I think I’ll bake those cookies for my friends (who are my sweets this V-Day)!!
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We’re approaching the first weekend of February…where has the time gone? I feel like we were just celebrating New Years! But alas, time marches on…which means that all too sappy & sweet holiday otherwise known as Valentine’s Day is just around the corner!
I really do enjoy V-Day even though I’m usually single for it! I wish I could still hand out hand-written valentines & candy to my coworkers like we used to do back in elementary school!
So in honor of the impending holiday I decided to do a little round-up of Valentine’s Day/Love-themed tidbits from around the web to get us all in the mood:
Sweet collaboration of True Love in Pictures…*sigh*
I adore this simple, but chic print!
I’m obsessed with this love song…and the way he looks at his wife as he sings it!
Must try making this “gem” of a DIY valentine.
Would you care to receive any of these gifts for V-Day (if you’re a woman)?
Such a beautiful idea…love letters to your future spouse.
Guide to aphrodisiacs and some recipes to boot!
A few winter date ideas…that won’t break the bank!
Spark some romance with these DIY Valentine luminaries.
Some decoration inspiration for V-Day!
Ok, ok, I’m done…wouldn’t want you to gag from all this mushy love stuff!!
Hope you all have a great Friday!
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If you haven’t had your fill of turkey after Thanksgiving I suggest this delectable recipe from Paula Deen!
{Turkey Cranberry Monte Cristo}
Ingredients:
8 slices bread (potato bread, challah, or any other soft bread)
1 cup fontina cheese, grated
8 slices cooked turkey breast
1/2 cup whole cranberry sauce
1 cup baby arugula leaves
3 eggs
1/3 cup milk
pinch nutmeg
2 tablespoons butterDirections:
Lay the 4 slices of the bread out on a cutting board. On each slice, place 2 tablespoons of the fontina, followed by 2 slices of the turkey, and 2 tablespoons of the cranberry sauce. Equally divide the arugula leaves and place on next layer. Top with the remaining fontina and remaining bread slices. Press down firmly on sandwiches to seal in the filling.
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and nutmeg. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter. Dip each sandwich into the egg mixture coating both sides. When butter is melted in skillet, add the sandwiches and cook until golden brown. Flip sandwich and repeat with other side, adding more butter if necessary.
Remove from pan, drain on paper towels, and let sit for a few minutes. Cut in halves and serve.
…Yum! Good thing I froze some Turkey!!
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