The morning after Thanksgiving, is the laziest, easiest day of the year in my house. We start by sleeping in and then, whenever the mood strikes us, we slowly gather in the kitchen for breakfast which always consists of leftovers. No, not the turkey or […]
There’s a restaurant in the tiny historic town of Lewes, Delaware that opened its doors less than a year ago and has already managed to steal the locals’ hearts. More of a tavern, really, with exposed brick walls, leather booths, a hostess that greets you […]
This post is going to be short and sweet, just like me after a glass or two of this drink (wink, wink). After all, what is there to say about this amazingly sweet-tart, full bodied, intensely delicious nectar of the gods that will make you […]
If you have Easter European genes circulating in your bloodstream then your family, no doubt, has a recipe for Kompot. A light punch made of really any fruit that you might have on hand. In the summer months it may consist of peaches, plums, strawberries […]
The 148th running of the Preakness is just around the corner and, being a true Marylander, I couldn’t let the occasion slip by without dedicating a post to this occasion. Each of the Triple Crown races has it’s own signature drink. The Kentucky Derby automatically […]
No Cinco De Mayo celebration is complete without a margarita and who am I to stray from this time honored tradition? Margaritas are some of my favorite drinks on the planet. And, although I typically scan the extensive variety of margarita flavors on the menu […]
Venti caramel macchiato, skim milk, extra hot, no foam, with whip. That’s my husband’s drink of choice (eye roll). Mine on the other hand is a nice cold glass of Sauvignon Blanc. See the problem? I have to admit that I do enjoy an occasional […]
My husband and I just spent a lovely weekend in Georgia visiting our daughter Samantha, son-in-law Ryan, and their terror turned angel rescue dog, Ginger. All mothers out there know how hard it is to see your baby grow up and move away (wail, moan, […]