To be completely honest with you, I consider myself a social drinker, not a true coffee drinker. I can remember drinking my first coffee in a small, black, demitasse mug at my grandmother's house...it was 90% milk, 9% sugar, and 1% coffee. I drank it to be "grown up", but I am far more of a tea drinker and have always been. I do still occasionally enjoy a cup or two of heavily ...
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Cooking with the Local Losers
I recently had the opportunity to cook with Julie Hadden and a group of wonderful people that were competing for our local version of “The Biggest Loser”. Although I would be delighted to be Julie's personal chef , we are just really good friends and I did the recipe section for her soon to be released book "Fat Chance". This was a wonderful group of people and I wish ...
Cool Drinks for Hot Times
It is so incredibly hot outside. I love Florida and I love summer but it has been a little stifling lately so I though I’d share a few ideas. I hope these will bring some refreshment to your summer. Don’t Underestimate Water We sometimes forget to drink enough water as we rush through our days. Of course this is one of the most beneficial beverages we can consume. To my ...
A Special Occasion Dessert
Instead of spending a lot of money eating out for New Year's Eve, we are planning to have a few of our favorite dishes at home. I'll make a special salad and roast potatoes, and my husband will throw a couple of steaks on the grill. At his request, we'll have Molten Chocolate Cakes for dessert. I hope you'll find these very, very, rich caked are as delicious as any chocolate ...
Chocolate Fondue
Chocolate fondue is popular for many reasons: because it is fun, because it is delicious, and because many people were given a chocolate fountain for Christmas two years ago. This yummy recipe does not require a fountain, it will stay soft and smooth for several hours at room temperature. Almost anything is delicious dipped in the chocolate: fresh fruit (berries, ...
