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Strawberry Deliciousness Drink

Today I was minding my own business, quickly using the restroom in the grocery store (sometimes we have those moments.. I’m sure you do too).  Now, the door automatically changes to “occupied” in nice red letters (as opposed to the … Continue reading

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Crème Brulégg

  Well this looks like a horrible mess!  It really was delicious, and I would definitely make it again.  I’ve even saved a couple cream eggs just in case I get a craving.  I’m a bit late for Easter, but … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Mini-Egg Cookies

This morning was busy!  Easter egg hunts with enough chocolate to keep any kid sick for months, a yummy frittata, bacon, and toast breakfast, and a delicious hazelnut latte.  Perfect day. To do something Easter themed, I made some Chocolate … Continue reading

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Chocolate Stout Cupcakes with Baileys Ganache and Stout Buttercream

Make these.  You really need to, and then you can thank me.  But seriously, if you have some free time, give these a try because they are amazing.  The stout adds more intensity to the chocolate cupcake.  The Baileys adds … Continue reading

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Grapefruit Marmalade

I made marmalade!  I’ve been seeing recipes for it here and there, so I decided to give it a go.  I don’t even like the stuff, but it looked so pretty and appetizing on peoples’ blogs.  I couldn’t resist!  Since … Continue reading

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Chef Heidi Fink is a Genius

Seriously.  Someone give chef Heidi Fink another award, pronto.  My taste buds must have done a little dance when I made her recipe for Smoky Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette. Wow.  It involved tea.  One that smells just like you jumped into … Continue reading

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Love Notes and a Date Night Meal

I woke up the other morning, did my usual morning thing.. and I’ll be honest, I’m not exactly a speedy, 10-minute morning person.  It takes me a good hour to shower, dress, get breakfast, pretty up a bit, get my … Continue reading

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Presents of Love

Who doesn’t like to receive homemade freshly baked goodies?  I wanted to do something special for my friends to make them feel loved, so I baked a few batches and decided I’d package them up and deliver them, door-to-door style.  … Continue reading

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Roots and Quinoa Hash with a Poached Egg

This week crafting has fallen off my radar.  I feel like I’ve been going non stop at full tilt, so something had to give.  What with working every day, cramming in (well, they don’t cram, really) hour-and-a-half long workouts, ultimate … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Scones of Deliciousness

Hiya, lovelies! I have a pretty popular recipe to share with you.  You know those delicious pumpkin scones at Starbucks?  These taste just the same.  Definitely a breakfast of champions, complete with the two glazes. They’re easy to make too.  … Continue reading

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Tomatoes with Mozzarella, Basil, and truffle

I had a whole pile of tomatoes on my counter.  I stole them from my mom’s greenhouse, as she’s away for the week.  Don’t tell on me. I sliced them up, sprinkled on the secret ingredient (some amazing truffle salt … Continue reading

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Potato salad with mint, fennel, and vinaigrette

  Hi there!  Well, today I have a recipe that I’m itching to share.  This was my very first try at making potato salad, and I’m head over heels in love with it.  I sort of made up the recipe, … Continue reading

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Strawberry-Watermelon Deliciousness

I made an exciting purchase yesterday.  But first, try this recipe.  Seriously. I am so crazy for this recipe that I just had to share!  It’s for strawberry-watermelon slushie, or pops.  I originally got it from Our Best Bites, and … Continue reading

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Strawberry Basil Mojito

Heyya, It’s finally warm and sunny here.  We’ve been waiting in anticipation for this weather for months now!  Of course, with the sun comes my craving for a mojito.  My favourite so far this year?  the Strawberry Basil Mojito. Deeeelicious!  … Continue reading

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