Sweet Potato Bourbon Kugel for Thanksgivukkah

Yes, it’s true. Thanksgiving and Hanukkah coincide this year. It’s actually the second night of Hanukkah to be more specific. So since Christmukkah is such a big thing, why not have Thanksgivukkah? And since we’re combining the two holidays, why stick with the same old stuffing and sweet potato pie? Why not serve up a… Continue reading Sweet Potato Bourbon Kugel for Thanksgivukkah

Boulevardier Cocktail

And we’re back! Last week I took a break from my weekly cocktail post so I could participate in Lucky Leaf’s virtual summer potluck. So, if you were concerned that I would no longer be making retro cocktails and sharing their history with you, don’t fret because today it’s back to our regularly scheduled programming.… Continue reading Boulevardier Cocktail

Bourbon & Peach-Glazed Drumsticks dipped in Whole Grain Flakes

I’ve been waiting patiently for two things this year: the weather to turn warm and for peaches to finally be in season. Well, if you live anywhere in the U.S. you know the weather has turned warm. Insanely warm in fact. Seems we went from chilly to “oh, my god it’s friggin’ hot!” in a… Continue reading Bourbon & Peach-Glazed Drumsticks dipped in Whole Grain Flakes

Bananas Foster French Toast

If you’re a mom like me, then you know that this Sunday is Mother’s Day. And if you’re anything like me, you can’t wait!  Why? Well because for one day out of the year, you won’t have your family wondering “What’s for breakfast?” or “What’s for dinner?”. They won’t be wondering what they’re eating because… Continue reading Bananas Foster French Toast

Ward Eight Cocktail

I don’t know if I’ve mentioned this before, but both my parents are from Massachusetts. While I was born right here in sunny Southern California, I spent my formative years traveling back and forth to the east coast visiting relatives and learning all about this country’s birth in the actual place where it happened. Paul… Continue reading Ward Eight Cocktail

Mini Vanilla Cupcakes with Bacon Bourbon Cream

Last year I was lucky enough to attend Charlie Palmer’s Pigs & Pinot event in Healdsburg. If you don’t know about Pigs & Pinot, it’s a weekend long charity event that’s devoted to pinot noir and pork. While it lasts all weekend, hubby and I only attended the Taste of Pigs and Pinot which is… Continue reading Mini Vanilla Cupcakes with Bacon Bourbon Cream