Tag Archives: Holidays

Best Corned Beef Recipe Ever {Guinness Corned Beef}

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

I’m back!  Arrived from Dublin just in time to head to a local Irish bar for a big St. Patrick’s Day celebration.  Go figure.  Today is all about relaxing, oh and laundry I guess.  I have my favorite St. Patrick’s … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day {2013}

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Jacky Hackett

St.Patrick’s Day comes early to our parts, it kicks off today with the local parade.  One of the highlights of the year!  It has been a busy few weeks, months, and I am heading out of town Sunday night so … Continue reading →

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A Little Reality

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

I am enjoying a busy holiday season with family, friends, and lots of fun.  A tiny little glimpse. The gingerbread house tradition… A house in our Christmas village… The stockings are hung, breakfast is prepped, I wish I could say … Continue reading →

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All Aboard!

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

I can’t believe I have never been on the CTA Holiday train! I think this train is the happiest place in Chicago. The outside of the train is decked out in lights, the inside of the train even more decked … Continue reading →

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Thankful {Mini Lemon Meringue Pie}

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

Long weekend, I am very thankful for the long weekend.  I am thankful for a lot, but this year the long weekend wins top honors. We headed out-of-town for Thanksgiving, always more relaxing than a house full of chores staring … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th of July {Spicy Fennel Pickled Shrimp}

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

The 4th falls so odd this year, it’s like two work weeks in one. Monday at work, Tuesday and Wednesday off, back to work Thursday and Friday. It’s so hot here now though that work is not a bad thing. … Continue reading →

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Picture This

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

  My memory isn’t what it used to be.  In re-telling all the routine recipes and meatless recipes I have tried lately I forgot a few.  Jane at The Healthy Beehive reminded of one in particular I forgot.  Or maybe … Continue reading →

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day {Slow Cooked Guinness Lamb Shanks}

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

  Last year to celebrate St. Patrick’s day I successfully attempted home cured corned beef.  I wanted to try something totally new for this year.  About this last year I was over in Ireland for work.  I had some amazing … Continue reading →

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Don’t Mess With A Classic {Shamrock Shake}

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

Why did McDonald’s have to go messing with a good thing?  The Shamrock Shake was perfect as it was, the whipped cream and cherry don’t do anything to improve it.  The fact that they are no longer premixed but instead combined … Continue reading →

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Fat Tuesday {Gumbo}

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Jacky Hackett

Yep, a week late. Actually Tuesday nights I am at my workout so we celebrated Fat Tuesday over the weekend.  On the menu, Prosecco hurricanes, crunchy baked shrimp, a cheese tray with my favorite stinky cheese (it’s good to have friends … Continue reading →

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