Mardi Gras will soon arrive and King Cake is one of the traditional treats enjoyed for this holiday. This brioche-like cake is also called the "Three Kings Cake" because its symbolism is tied to the Epiphany and it traditionally has a bean, nut, or trinket hidden inside. Whoever finds this treasure is designated king. However, along with this honor comes obligation...they ...
Archives for April 2011
Corned Beef and Cabbage
Sometimes, when I'm lucky, a friend will share the bounty of their garden. When this happens I have the privilege of planning a menu that is inspired by their fresh ingredient, in this case cabbage. Cabbage is so versatile that you can use it for many menu options but...this classic recipe has always been one of my family's favorites. I can remember my grandparents ...
Passover Feast
Sometimes you hear about something your whole life but don’t really understand it, or you think it is an outdated practice that no one does now. Passover was like that for me. When I was a child, I considered Passover itself a fascinating but horrific story from the Bible. Can you imagine, if you were a good Israelite kid and you had good parents but they forgot to put the ...
Marshmallow Peeps
A Very Chick Spring Treat Spring is here! Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and marshmallow Peeps are in almost every store. Though I am not a big fan of their flavor, they are pretty cute—and my husband "needs" to enjoy one or two every Spring. I thought this would be a fun way to incorporate them into the decor of a spring table setting for a dinner party or ...
