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A Brandy Manhattan is a craft cocktail with the smooth taste of brandy, classic sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters. Perfect for those who want the elegance of a Manhattan but want something on the sweeter side. Looking for the perfect Brandy Manhattan recipe? This elegant cocktail is a fun twist on a classic recipe. It's...
Dive into our Gobble Guide, for expert tips on mastering the Thanksgiving turkey. This comprehensive resource takes you from choosing the perfect bird to ways to season and carving like a pro. Elevate your holiday feast with step-by-step instructions, ensuring a savory and stress-free culinary experience. Let this guide be your trusted companion on the...
Talk about refreshing! This Frozen Strawberry Balsamic Gin and Tonic may be my new spring go-to libation. For when the sun it just getting warm and things are in need of a blast of fresh flavors! I have been hooked on gin and tonics lately. They are incredibly smooth and there's something about the 5...
Whether you're looking to spice things up or just looking for a new twist on the classic mojito flavor, this Basil Mojito recipe is a fun and easy drink. Looking for a fun twist on a traditional mojito? This summery cocktail is the perfect cocktail recipe to cool you down on hot days. Ditch the...
Thank you Trivento for sponsoring this post. Get in the game with Trivento Wine and Major League Soccer! Imagine a fresh cool salad perfect for summer! Introducing the Summertime Watermelon and Avocado Salad and it's a guaranteed hit at your next party! The world is finally starting to bloom. The trees are alive and bright with...
This is the sort of quick and easy brunch recipe that looks and sounds incredibly fancy, but comes together fast! Grand Marnier French Toast is perfect for a special holiday or just because! This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BrunchWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the #Brunchweek recipes. All...
This juicy Corned Beef and Cabbage recipe is perfect for your next St. Patrick's Day celebration or eating throughout the year when you're craving a nostalgic meal! This hearty meal brings together tender, flavorful corned beef with soft, savory cabbage, potatoes, and carrots, resulting in a wholesome comfort food. Looking for an easy corned beef...
Can venturing out of prime tourist spots and into less explored cultural heritage regions of our country also be a journey worthy of its own millennial eat, pray, and love experience or is it dated and tired? On a quick pop to the quiet and unassuming southern city of Ridgeland, Mississippi, I was determined to...
Cheap Thrills - disconnecting and getting outside for an internet detox and hard reset with friends and family around the campfire. This post was sponsored by the adorable sheep speckled Sheep Thrills wine out of Italy. Wine for an outdoor adventure post? Yep, sponsored, but we're talking my language already. 😉  Something about this...
Looking for a quick and healthy meal to fire through the weeknight hustle? This 30 minute Roasted Pork and Smashed Potatoes over Bacon Tossed Greens is the perfect power meal for those busy nights to keep you grounded. < Sponsored post was written by me on behalf of Smithfield® Marinated Fresh Pork. The opinions and...
Want all of the flavor of a great enchilada but the health benefits of skipping the meat? These Meatless Potato and Bean Stuffed Enchiladas use hearty potatoes and nutrient rich beans for a quick and easy family meal. This post is sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission. However, the thoughts and opinions are...
Your friends will never guess the secret ingredient in this smooth and rich ice cream! Spiked Potato and Huckleberry Swirl Ice Cream is a fun creative twist with purple fingerling potatoes as the base and a kick from huckleberry flavored potato vodka! Did you know that Idaho celebrates New Year's Eve with a Potato Drop? How...
Traveling to an all inclusive beach resort? They are dreamy - but here are some top secret Moments to Not Miss in Sandals Ochi Beach Resort (and any other resort you head to)! Find the hot spots and key experiences that make these vacations totally memorable! There's something about the sand on islands. The way...
You can have a magical time at everyone's favorite childhood destination without ever buying a ticket. Here's how I get the most bang for my buck with a quick 24 hours in Orlando, Florida! Last October I had a quick 24-hour layover in Orlando where all of my plans fell through at the last minute!...
Get fancy with this grown-up childhood classic: Savory Balsamic Roasted Strawberry and Basil Grilled Cheese Recipe No lie, I am not a fruit eater (obviously). I just never had it and the texture became weird to me. But, as an adult I realize how important it is to enjoy a balanced diet of all...
Want to get your eat on in Portland, Maine? With only 24 hours to hunt out and taste the best, I have a round-up of restaurants that you can't miss - and you may be shocked at just what made the cut. Greetings from Portland Maine for #tdb2b10k with #CabotFit 2015! #travel #explore...
Today was spent walking through the town of Cologne, Germany while on a cruise down the Rhine River. It is a beautiful city that has history dating back to the Roman Empire still standing in the town to this day. I saw cathedrals, medieval history, culture and people of all sorts. I am not sure what...
I can smell the warmth of these fresh biscuits baking. Filling the house with the aroma and promise of warm fluffy bread as the moments pass by on a gray rain-soaked afternoon. There is butter sitting on the counter, patiently coming to room temperature so that when these are ready, it can glide across them with...
A simple stovetop recipe for creamy mac and cheese in under 3o minutes. It's the perfect stick-to-your-ribs kind of gooey you want when you need some comfort food. A few weeks ago I was over-thinking some things and venting. Someone chimed in and reminded me to not forget the basics. The things that we all need...
I am all kinds of late and wrong, as Handsome and I don't watch much TV (ditched cable last this winter), but we have discovered some of the shows you can watch thanks to the interwebs and are obsessed with Rome right now. It's only 2 seasons long, which is all the perfect sort of...
Imagine a warm cozy fire, candle light, warm blankets, and a slice of this cake. There's not much more I could ask for as the weather starts to dip and a chill sneaks in. This decedent Rum and Date Cake with Caramel Sauce is what a sinful dessert should be. It looks stunning, will...
This Angel Hair Pasta Salad if loaded with corn, chorizo, avocado, and grape tomatoes. A sure crowd pleaser, break this out for your next potluck. Someone should warn you that as you get older, time speeds up. I am pretty sure I am still flexing my pasta rolling arms in satisfaction and it's already time...
Pickled watermelon rind isn't something the average cook has tried. But when I opened the jar, this Peil de Sandia was like nothing I had ever smelled before. Clean, soft and fragrant. Try it, you won't be disappointed. Food lets us travel and explore places that we may never actually get to experience. Culture is...
This King Salmon with Peas and Mint recipe will have you firing your grill up rain or shine, snow or sleet. Â This is the fish you need to be cooking. Can you smell that? On your ride home with the car window cracked, it's there the far off smell of grills firing up. On your...
A Brandy Alexander is a mature adult cocktail meant to be slowly savored after a formal meal before exiting to other events for the evening. It’s one of our favorite cocktail recipes to have on hand for those nice holiday parties, family gatherings, or just because! The Brandy Alexander has always been associated with classy...
It's morning, you actually got a workout in, and you just need a refuel before heading out the door. This Spinach Smoothie will get you there. Â No frills, just fuel. It's that time of year.... I'm starting to itch for spring. Mother Nature's cruel sense of humor gently pushed cabin fever over the edge with...
Warm, cheesy, and full of pasta, this Mac and Cheese Soup is a stick to your ribs kind of meal. Way more than just a soup, but perfect for those cold days. This post was going to be about glorious carbs. Then it was going to be a rant about the miserable winter. It could...
The flavors in these Sage and Honey biscuits are subtle and homey. Just a hint of sweet and savory blended together. Â Perfect alongside dinner, or breakfast. Let's face it. That round little dough boy makes a pretty perfect dinner roll and there's nothing wrong with that. No one will judge as the bread basket empties...
Thanksgiving Sides Recipe Roundup - Home-Style Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans. Let's skip the fancy recipes and trade them in for family favorites, and classics I know will go a long way. Part one of a Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup - Home-Style Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans. In which, I skip the fancy recipe I had...
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food – Taco Mac and Cheese. This recipe uses simple ingredients like ground beef, spices, cheese, cream, and elbow noodles to create the perfect family dinner that everyone will love. Savory ground beef meets a creamy cheese sauce for a delicious dinner, just like our Cheeseburger Casserole. If...
Eating out is stupid expensive. And I am very very guilty of eating out lately. A lot. A lot more than I would care to admit. With the holiday season right around the corner, it's time to tighten the belt buckle and get back to my roots - making dinner. I have challenged myself to...
The other day a video started to fly around the internet of Martha Stewart rather harhsly talking about 'bloggers'. Before I go any further, I should mention that I've never been a fan of Martha's. I know that shes an amazing business woman and that is awesome, but other than that, I've just never really...
It's October. People are tweeting about their excitement, sharing pics of pumpkin everything from that giant chain coffee shop, and are in general excitement over the arrival of fall.... I remember when fall used to be my favorite season. But, at the moment, it's just messing with my mojo. Sure the leaves are beautiful and...
Don't knock it til you try it. That's a phrase I grew up hearing when something new was put on the plate in front of me. I have tried to live like that since I started cooking. The more I cooked, more ingredients I worked with, the more I tried, the more food I...
We we're in desperate need for a long overdue hearty breakfast after a two day stint in  field on mountain bikes and a Ibuprofen induced coma from the night before. We hopped (more like hobbled) up and headed into the town of North East Maryland, wanting a some place quiet where we could sit outside, enjoy...
Nothing screams summertime like an ice cream sandwich. Chipwiches will always have a special place in my heart, but these red velvet ice cream melts are the real deal. Nothing screams summertime like an ice cream sandwich. And I have been quite shamefully indulging in my fair share of ice cream sandwiches this summer. From...
You all know I like to be active. Well... now I like to be active. Two years ago I would have been shoving another cookie in my mouth looking for an excuse to play video games until 4 in the morning. I guess buying a mountain bike changed that. In two years I have become...
It's not Monday - and I am desperately trying to stick to the salad theme until next week when Summer officially hits but there was a lot going on this week. So instead of having you time travel back to Monday when we are so close to the weekend, just bare with. ;DÂ The next few...
Another busy weekend filled with mud, friends, and mountain bikes came and went faster than I would have liked. This is our second time heading to the epic 12 hour Granogue  race, but the first time really participating. Last year we had a killer view as we marshaled the 'Tunnel of Love' for a few...