I love taking a step back in time, especially when it is to the Middles Ages. So when I arrived in Pérouges, a well-preserved medieval walled town, I was enchanted. This fascinating and historical cobblestone town is perched on a hill ...
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How to Party like its Stardate 2016.08.08 – Star Trek at the Hollywood Bowl
My favorite part of living in Los Angeles is being able to go to the Hollywood Bowl. Live music under the stars with great food and friends is something I look forward to all year. I cook for days preparing for a four-hour picnic extravaganza. When ...
Heavenly Blueberry Pie & a Tribute to my Father
“Farming is simply gambling with dirt”, or so says Mark Twain and most farmers. So to hear a bet placed in my childhood farming household was common. The conversation went like this; Dad: “If I’m right, you have to bake me a home-made blueberry pie”. ...
Fresh Grape Mocktail
Making grape juice is not something I ever aspired to do, but now that I have, I can’t believe how simple it is. The reward is a fresh and naturally sweet juice with a tart note, making it a delightful base for a cocktail. I don’t like overly sweet ...
Summertime Garden Party Menu
A summer party should be easy, stress-free and permit ample time to spend with your guests. Enjoying the weather outside with friends and homemade food is what I think makes summer memorable. Recently I attended a garden party with some of my ...
