It took me quite awhile to get up the courage to cook a whole chicken. I think it was two years ago that I finally decided I could do it and embraced the challenge. And guess what?! It wasn’t hard to deal with at all. I’m someone who generally is weirded out by touching and […]
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Ingredient of the Month: Vermouth
If you’re into the cocktail scene, you’ve probably heard of vermouth. Or maybe you haven’t, but I’m excited to introduce you to this wonderful little drink that is nice for before a meal, in a cocktail or to finish a meal. Tell me more about vermouth: Vermouth is an aromatic fortified wine, often flavored with […]
Confetti Cookies (aka the best party cookies)
When you spend 30-60 minutes making cookies, you want them to be good. Ok, let’s be real. If you’re spending your quality time on baking, then your baked goods need to be amazing! They need to look good, taste good and make people smile. Isn’t that at least 50% of why we eat cookies?! These […]
6 Things You Need to Know Before Going to France
If you know my husband and me, you’ll know that we are total francophiles (aka we love France and French culture). In fact, my husband has French heritage. His Mom is French and grew up there and in Belgium. And I recently found out that I’m 11% French (or German) from 23 & Me. We […]
N.C. One Bite at a Time (Part 19)
Wow! I can’t believe it’s been more than a year since I’ve had an N.C. update post. Time flies when you’re loving living local, I guess. So, here are some of the new things in N.C. that I’ve been exploring, eating and drinking. Transfer Co. Food Hall It’s open! The new food hall in downtown […]