Is it possible to extend the fresh flavors of summer just a little longer? In days past, the solution was pickling and canning vegetables, like corn and cucumbers, that peak during the warm weather months. While today’s busy schedules don’t leave much time for old-fashioned pickling, refrigerator pickling is an easy way to capture summer […]
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The weather is getting warmer, which means the party scene is about to heat up. Welcome the season by building up your bartending repertoire with light, fruity cocktails. Whether planning a luau, cocktail party or a little get-together with friends, a well-stocked bar is particularly important. For parties, make sure you have plenty of ice, […]
Traditional nursery food has made a come back in our family recently. I haven’t bothered making shepherd’s pie (or cottage pie, as it is also known) for ages, as the children just used to eat the potato from the top and leave the mince. Mince in general has been rejected too. If I use the […]
Warm weather is the time for outdoor fun and good food to satisfy appetites sharpened by open-air activities. Whether you’re planning a barbecue, patio party or picnic, potato salad is a classic comfort food that can take the edge off hunger pangs brought on by fresh air and exercise. For toting to away-from-home locales — […]
Any time of year can be a great time to dig into a bowl of ice cream. As the weather outside warms up, the luscious taste of ice cream can be a tantalizingly terrific way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Two people who really know the scoop when it comes to ice cream are Ray […]
Ah, cheese fondue! The aroma of meltingly pungent cheese and wine – bubbling gently and ready for dippers of bread. It’s a romantic dinner for two, or a wonderful ice-breaker for a party or get-together. It’s the perfect meal to foster intimate conversation and create lasting memories of good times by all. Lots of Pots […]