Tag: storytelling
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A CALL FOR CONTRIBUTORS – “tis the season”
“THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS” Hi there, I would like to invite you to share with my readers a holiday story and a recipe. I know, I know! We haven’t even started on those Halloween Treats. Please forgive me for the September start. I hate Christmas in the fall too! BUT, it…
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AN OLDIE BUT GOODIE – Chicken Marbella
Hi there, Remember the 70’s? White suits, Afro’s, (even if you weren’t African American), Bee Gee’s, Abba, Mateus Rose, and Chianti Bottle candles. The top foods for entertaining were: Pineapple Chicken. Basically anything with pineapple was fair game in the 70s due to an increased interest in Hawaiian culture. Quiche. … Cheese Balls/Logs. … Carrot…
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RICOTTA PIE – a timeless Italian recipe
Hi there, There are nearly as many versions of Italian-style ricotta pie out there as there are Italian grandmothers, but I thought this one was nearly perfect. It was rich, creamy and just slightly sweet. Perfect for after dinner or for a breakfast treat the next morning — if there are any leftovers. This recipe…
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KERALA RIPE MANGO CURRY – from India with love
Hi there, I received this beautiful story and delicious recipe from Babitha Baburajan who blogs over at mypeppermintkitchen.com. Babitha writes that she started writing to help overcome her homesickness. Please make a point of stopping over to My Peppermint Kitchen. It is a beautiful blog filled with recipes you will want to create for your…
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HETTIE’S HOMESTEAD – coming full circle
Hi there, It is my pleasure to share with you Hettie’s story about her homestead and cooking with her mother. She has included a wonderful recipe for us to try. You can find more heartfelt stories at her blog http://hettieshomestead.com. I know you will not be disappointed if you take the time to visit with…