Oy, what a delightful but packed full weekend. It started on Thursday with the soft opening of the newest wine bar in Charleston, Bistro À Vin located at 40 Archdale Street in the heart of the shopping district just a block or so off King Street behind Charleston Place Hotel. On Friday, I had to begin preparation for my Dinner for ten on Saturday evening. Then I had my Saturday morning wine class which was awesome learning about several regions in France and blind tasting two wines. I am getting better at this but still not great. Saturday’s dinner party…
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I recently saw a post on Pinterest that suggested cooking ribs in your crock pot. I thought that seemed crazy, but I was intrigued. So I headed to Costco to buy some St. Louis-style pork ribs as it the author suggests because they are a meatier rib. There was no grilling here. This is all about indoor cooking.Keep reading below to see how they turned out as compared to cooking in the oven. Cooking Ribs Two Ways – Which was better? I know, cooking ribs in a crock pot. Who would have thought? The stated reason on the Pinterest board…
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Bonus Recipe: Perfect for Super Bowl You have asked, so I delivered. So many requests came in for this veggie chili recipe that I felt compelled to share it with you. I am thrilled that you wanted it, but when I made it, I did not take pictures other than a couple for an Instagram post. And truth be told when I make chili I never use a recipe. I just start with what I have and see where it takes me. Fortunately for me, the recycling was still available so that I could take an inventory of the open cans.…
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A while back I was given a thank you gift that included a container of Herbed-Roasted Valencia almonds. They were incredible, and I badly needed more. When I searched online for the brand, I had sticker shock at the cost. So I decided to make my own. Costco sells Marcona almonds which is a Spanish variety and looks very similar, so I chose to give it a go. It turned out great. I found a remedy for mosquito and other bug bites that I have to share. Also words from a reader that made me smile. Herbed & Roasted Marcona Almonds…
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Happy Friday everyone! Gary’s birthday was this week. As a special treat, I made him a cake to celebrate. It was a surprise because I do not bake. But it turned out great and so here is the recipe. Ok, fine the top is not very symmetrical but give me a break, please. I BAKED! Pineapple-Coconut-Banana Upside-Down Cake Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 (15 1/2-ounce) can of pineapple slices in juice, undrained One (1) cup flaked sweetened coconut 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground…
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