Feeling Like a Jerk

by Denise // 4 February, 2011 // Comments off

After visiting the Cayman Islands for our honeymoon many moons ago, Allan and I began to crave Caribbean flavors. Fortunately living in Florida, we’re relatively close to the Caribbean, its lifestyle and wonderful foods. Whenever we spot a dish with... Continue reading →

Greenwise Burgers are THE BOMB!

by Denise // 28 January, 2011 // Comments off

With my decision to lose 40 pound before I turn 40, I’ve decided to incorporate more meatless dishes into our family menu. However, this is no easy task since my oldest daughter is a hardcore carnivore. To keep everyone happy... Continue reading →

Mexican Lasagna

by Denise // 21 January, 2011 // Comments off

My family and I love food with a Tex Mex flavor. Anything with the earthiness of cumin, the heat of chili pepper and mountains of cheese is always a winner in this house. The other night I made one of... Continue reading →

Recipe Recovery: Chicken Sausage and Bean Stew

by Denise // 14 January, 2011 // Comments off

What do you when you don’t have all the ingredients necessary to make your favorite dish? You improvise and do what I call a Recipe Recovery. Like many moms, I plan our week’s menu every Sunday and then restock our... Continue reading →

Gonna Make You Sweat

by Denise // 7 January, 2011 // Comments off

Every Boxing Day (the day after Christmas), Allan prepares a scrumptious breakfast (also known as a sweaty brekkie) with all the traditional British fixings: scrambled eggs, potatoes, sausage, bacon, fried tomatoes, fried mushrooms and fried bread topped with Heinz baked... Continue reading →

Twelve Grapes

by Denise // 31 December, 2010 // Comments off

Ever try to eat twelve grapes in twelve seconds? Hang out at our house on New Year’s Eve and you will be forced challenged to give it a try. As the ball in Times Square drops, we gobble... Continue reading →

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