For centuries and still today, our significant focus has been and is on the autumn harvest, as a preparation for the upcoming winter. Our modern lifestyle shows no difference from our ancestors noting that many of us continue to stock … Continue reading →

There are no supply change challenges at autumn festivals and specialty glassware shows, which abound during this time of year. Handmade items make thoughtful gifts which are meaningful and last a lifetime. Also, one has the ability to chat with … Continue reading →

It’s pumpkin time – decorating is fun but pumpkins make delicious delights, too. Pumpkin soup is so easy if you empty 1 large can of pumpkin into a sauce pan and slowly stir in chicken broth to the desired consistency. … Continue reading →

Oh, hearth and home – bring on the aromas that make us embrace wholesomeness!The versatility of chicken lends to the autumn dining concept. Whether baked, seared, or boiled, when paired with an outstanding herbed hollandaise sauce, poultry can be your … Continue reading →

It’s not autumn without apple pie and a phyllo dough crust can enhance any autumn pie, when filled with your Mom’s apple pie recipe. Classic crusts wave the September flag, too, be it the lattice style or artistically crafted. My … Continue reading →

We all love a good salad and there are two that come to mind, which are great. One is a quinoa salad with diced carrots and herbs. The other is a fresh spinach salad with diced boiled eggs. Even a … Continue reading →

So much to do and so little time…it’s Portobello time. Portobello mushrooms are fast to cook. Just sauté and season. Fill the Portobello with ratatouille – which is cooked diced vegetables, usually with a tomato base. Cheese is the final … Continue reading →

Many throughout the world rely on spaghetti with marinara sauce as a staple for a hearty meal. Step it up by boiling large 3” shell pasta, filling each with a mixture of ricotta cheese and sautéed spinach. Then, top each … Continue reading →

Treat your family to a pontoon party. Pontoon boats are rentable and fun for the whole family. Select your boating venue and pack a luncheon. Plantain chips with peach salsa are the perfect starter. Gourmet sandwiches are consistently a big … Continue reading →

Throw a back-to-school get-together with“Sunshine in Mind & Happy Thoughts Party”. These days it is so easy to take the negative side – so, take the drudge details and turn these into opportunities. Begin with lemonade, of course, and the … Continue reading →

Nothing sweetens August more than a butterscotch treat! We so need and deserve a treat, too! Try my Butterscotch Refrigerator Pie for the perfect chilled dessert in this hot month of transitions. In a heat-proof rectangle dish, mix 1 stick … Continue reading →

So much to do as school is beginning; yet, every meal is special because your family comes first. Lettuce wraps to the rescue! There are many variations. Begin with my favorite, poached salmon, chilled, then topped with chopped chives and … Continue reading →

Who doesn’t love the results from the potting shed? It’s where hands-on with the earth’s soil embraces the planting of seeds and small plants to blossom and grow. Garden it up with a Potting Shed Party! Begin with fresh mint … Continue reading →

Ahoy, Mates! It’s shrimp season and cooked shrimp is delightful when served chilled. For the classic shrimp cocktail, peel and devein your choice of shrimp. Briefly, boil the shrimp in seasoned water and strain onto ice. Drizzle with fresh lemon … Continue reading →

Chill-down with summer chilled soups. These are always colorful because the base is fruit. For chilled Watermelon Soup, begin with the pulp (no seeds) of watermelon. Mince this in the food processor and slowly add some pomegranate juice to the … Continue reading →