It’s a hot summer day here. The kind of day for lots of Herbal Infused Water. So refreshing, so easy to make. Simply choose a pretty glass bottle {or a pitcher will work, too} and insert a few snips of herbs, and lavender. Fill the bottle with clean, water. {sometimes I use sparkling water, but [...]
There is nothing as wonderful as visiting the Ladurée Tea Room in Paris. {or anywhere else, for that matter!} Visually the store is beautiful, with a range of elegant treats : macarons, cakes and pastries. Gorgeous presentation boxes adorn the counter space and shelves on the walls, it is like one perfect confection. Difficult to [...]
Serve up some yummy Red, White and Blue!Still need a colorful, easy dessert for the 4th? These adorable mini Cheesecake Treats will be perfect. You can get the recipe HERE Glory, of Glorious Treats, created these easy to make, adorable mini desserts. {There are a lot of other great ideas there, too! Be sure to [...]
Last time, I showed you this year’s Easter Buffet table, now let’s go outside!! Since we live in California, Easter is usually just when the garden starts its fabulous color show…so eating in the garden for Easter is a delight. I recently found the farm table of my dreams in an antique store, but the [...]
I love going out for lunch with a friend, don’t you? Sometimes time doesn’t permit the luxury of going somewhere to eat and visit, though. Last week I really had to see one of my best friends…it had just been too long. Do you ever get to where you realize you just miss your friend? [...]
I don’t know about you, but the days following Christmas, I am ready for a light, super easy meal. Even when I’ve really taken good care of myself {meaning I did NOT eat the whole box of Godiva chocolate pretzels, but had just two or three} {okay, had just two cookies, instead of a whole [...]
Looking for an easy, delicious treat to give as party favors, to your neighbors, or to nibble on while waiting for Santa? These delicious Pecans are the perfect holiday snack, so easy to make, and the most amazing blend of salt & sweet. Make more than you think you will need…..trust me. You can wrap them up [...]
The STRAWBERRIES grown by our local organic farmer are amazing! Bright red, juicy, just so good, no sugar needed. This is a wonderful treat, should you want to venture beyond the bowl of fresh strawberries. A little more work, but the results are so worth it. A perfect touch to any meal, especially the 4th [...]
Looking forward to a sunny, summer weekend? Then you will love this Watermelon Lemonade! The watermelon we can buy from our local grower’s stand is so delicious right now, our family can eat it all day. This drink is so refreshing you will want to make pitchers full. Simple. Delicious. Here’s the recipe: WATERMELON LEMONDADE: [...]
