I jumped on the pumpkin bandwagon this weekend. Actually, we tried to squeeze in as many fall events we could this weekend before it was too late. We got an early start Saturday morning to check out Casket Races… What a riot! Some really creative designs, including one made of 1100 lbs of ice. I…
Month: October 2012
Don’t Judge A Book By It’s Cover {Lemon Basil Olive Oil Cake}
“You are running the New York City marathon.” That is the Most common response when I tell people I am running the NYC marathon. They have the facial expression to go with it too, their eyes go wide as they say “you”. Sure I don’t look like your average runner, nonetheless marathon participant. Sure, I…
Giving In
I am not a big fan of donuts. Not because I don’t like them, but because if I even take one bit I burp them up all day. Ick! Well, I was oddly craving them last week and decided to give into my cravings. There is a gourmet donut spot that I pass everyday on…
Saturday Night {Shrimp Scampi}
A free evening is rare these days. A free evening that coincides with me having inspiration and energy to cook is even more rare. I was hoping to give duck breast a try, no luck finding any. All for the best because I ran across this recipe in a cookbook my mom passed along to…
Catching Up
Ya know how you get so busy and things pile up a mile huh that not starting is easier than figuring out where to start. And then problem compounds. That is where I am these days on all fronts. Finally diving back in… Meal planning and family dinners have taken a back seat to my…