This roasted chicken is beautiful and delicious. Its also simple! I decided to make chicken this year because we will have a super small group for Christmas dinner. There will be just four of us. My husband, kiddo, my dad and I. So, a chicken is plenty for us. This chicken is so easy and…
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Classic Cranberry Sauce
Of all the recipes I make at Thanksgiving and Christmas, this is the one that has stayed constant. I have been cooking for the holidays for about 15 years now. I started a few years before getting married, and have continued to cook for one or both of the Holidays every year. This is the one…
Ultimate Charcuterie Spread
One of my favorite things to do at the holidays is a Charcuterie Spread. I have a friend – she shall remain nameless – who collects cheese and charcuterie boards. I, for one, think its a fabulous thing to collect. Mostly because – HOW FUN, but also because I can borrow them! She graciously lent…
Completely Unnecessary but Absolutely Perfect Gifts for Foodies
Do you have a foodie in your life who already has everything? I have a feeling that is what our families think about us. But my fellow foodies and I are here to tell you that we have a special affection for unnecessary kitchen gadgets. Now, I will say – not all gadgets are created equal….
A Holiday Spread
Photography by Sera Petras I’ve always found decorating for the holidays somewhat of a challenge. There are so many decisions to make. This is especially true, at least for me, when I have company coming over, even for just a meal. So, this year I thought I’d challenge myself to just go for it. In…
Our Favorite Food Books
Still looking for gift ideas for this holiday season? Here are some of our favorite books that would make wonderful gifts for the food lover in your life. Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation by Michael Pollan This is by far my favorite book of the year. Michael Pollan expertly dives into modern food culture…
Look no further – 20+ Holiday Recipes Wrapped in One Nice Little Package (or post)
Hey Everyone it’s finally December and you know what that means? The Holidays are here! And along with that comes the holiday parties and family gatherings you have been looking forward to..or dreading, we don’t judge. Here are some of our favorite recipes to help you get through the holiday season! Oh, and dont forget…
Holiday Giveaway – Mazzetta Memories – 31 Days of Giveaways
I love the holiday season. Other than college football season, it’s my favorite time of year. The holidays are a time for family and food. What’s better than that? Some of my favorite holiday memories are; Digging through holiday decoration storage boxes to find the “chirping ball” my parents bought in the early 70’s. Who…
Lemon Mead Sorbet
There is this a stretch on Route 151 in Nelson County Virginia that is lined with beautiful scenery, including vineyards, brewery’s and cidery’s. A few weeks ago when Jessica was here, we decided to do a tour. I live less than 20 minutes from this gorgeous area of Virginia, and often imbibe in the libations and…
Book Review – Clean Eating Freezer Meals by Tiffany McCauley
A couple of weeks ago I had the privilege of being asked to take a look at Tiffany McCauley’s new cookbook Clean Eating Freezer Meals. I have been a follower of Tiffany’s blog, The Gracious Pantry for a while now. I love the idea of a clean eating freezer meal book because freezer cooking is…