For Easter, it was my job to bring dessert. Knowing that my Mother usually makes way too much food, I did not want a heavy, gooey, overly sugary dessert. I wanted something lighter and fruity. And something easy thatI could…
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When I was in Italy, I had a wonderful dinner in Ravello, which is high in the hills above the Amalfi Coast. While there, I enjoyed a wonderful al-fresco dinner, overlooking the cliffs, at the Villa Maria, which is also…
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I am a busy girl. I work full-time, have a side business, blog when I can, have a dog and not to mention have 5 lbs of junk mail to sift through every day! That leaves me limited time for…
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As a child, I remember that my father’s favorite dessert was Rice Pudding. My Mom has a family recipe that included baking it in the oven. The heavenly smell of cinnamon would fill the air. When it was time to…
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The French love cocktail parties. Who doesn’t? The trick to a successful one is serving good food without spending hours in the kitchen, so that you are able to enjoy your guests. Shouldn’t that be the goal of any party?…
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Every now and then I am in the mood for something quick and easy to make for dessert. This Italian treat combines a few of my favorite ingredients and was inspired by Giada DeLaurentiis. Most of the recipes I like…