Tag: coconut

Blueberry Coconut Mojito

Monday is July 4th. The day America celebrates its independence from England. I love the 4th of July. Backyard barbecues, block parties, fireworks and ice cold cocktails. Yeah, nothing goes better with a hot dog or hamburger than a beer. Unless it’s a cocktail. A cocktail that’s full of ice and bubbles. My favorite cocktail… Continue reading Blueberry Coconut Mojito

Coquito

The holidays are right around the corner. First comes Hanukkah and then Christmas. With the holidays overlapping this year, there are plenty of chances to indulge in both fancy confections and cocktails. While I won’t turn down the sweets, you all know if it comes down to choosing between the two, I’ll go with the… Continue reading Coquito

Lemon-filled Coconut Cupcakes

I own a lot of cookbooks. I have several from Ina Garten, a couple from Dorie Greenspan, a few from Carla Snyder along with several cocktail books. I use them all frequently but my favorite books are the ones that have several dessert recipes. See, I have a huge sweet tooth, so anything that includes… Continue reading Lemon-filled Coconut Cupcakes

Bunny Tail Scones

When I think of Easter I think of jelly beans, dying Easter eggs, and lots and lots of chocolate. All these things are what the kids look forward to over the Easter weekend. But while they’re thinking about where they’re going to find their next plastic egg, I’m thinking about what to serve for either… Continue reading Bunny Tail Scones

Cherry Lime Macaroons

Passover is on Monday and if there’s one thing I always have trouble with when planning the menu, it’s what to make for dessert. See, you’re not supposed to have any wheat, oats, rye or barley. That means most flours are off the table. You also shouldn’t eat corn, rice, millet or legumes. So, you… Continue reading Cherry Lime Macaroons

Strawberry Pina Colada Popsicles

Many, many years ago I had a summer job at a Mexican restaurant in Northern California. I was the hostess, so I didn’t learn many recipes working up front. I did however, get to taste several creations, including a delicious cocktail they called a Lava Flow. (Don’t worry, my version was sans alcohol since I… Continue reading Strawberry Pina Colada Popsicles

Triple Coconut Lemon Pound Cake

In this day and age with so many food allergies about, it’s hard to make something that everyone can enjoy. In my own family we have 2 pretty big ones. Hubs is allergic to any and all nuts (which is why you’ll rarely see a recipe with nuts on this blog), and I’m allergic to… Continue reading Triple Coconut Lemon Pound Cake

Cinnamon Macaroons Dipped in Chocolate

As I’m sure all of you know there are two big holidays this weekend. The first is Passover on Friday and the second is Easter, and if you’re anything like me, you’re going to be doing a lot of cooking over the next few days. Menus need to be planned, ingredients need to be chopped… Continue reading Cinnamon Macaroons Dipped in Chocolate