Thanksgiving is right around the corner and we have the perfect dish to impress your guests. Last week I enjoyed the new fall menu from Orange County's most wonderful restaurants Olea, Ironwood, and Vine which are all headed by executive chef...
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Recipes
The Most Delicious Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe to Keep You Warm and Cozy
We've teamed up with Wyke Farms Ivy’s Vintage Reserve Cheddar to create a delicious Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe to keep you warm. While the east coast is getting slammed with one storm after another, this is one of my favorite soups to make on a snowed-in day. It's...
Top 5 Halloween Themed Recipes on Pinterest
Halloween is creeping in, and it's no trick when it comes to making treats from our favorite Halloween recipes. Jack-O-Lanterns, spooky ghosts and creepy crawlies become the theme of the night and of our snacks! With the amount of different Halloween recipes out...
Wine Country Fall Salad Recipe from Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern’s Executive Chef
I am so excited to introduce a brand new section to our site which will feature great recipes from the chefs at some of our favorite restaurants. This week we met with Chef Ellis from Jimmy's Famous Tavern to learn how to make his delicious Wine Country Fall...
Plan the Perfect Wine Party with Cheese & Charcuterie Board Tips
This weekend I'm partnering up with Uncommon Goods to plan the perfect Wine Party for my girlfriends. I have to admit, my cheese & charcuterie board skills have gotten exceedingly good. I have it down to a science now so I've even created a cute tutorial to help...
How to Make 3 Different Flavor Cupcakes With 1 Box of Vanilla Cake Mix
Sometimes when you're hosting you might want to have a variety of flavored cupcakes without buying 3 different boxes, so I'm going to show you how easy it is to make 3 different flavored cupcakes using only 1 box of vanilla cake mix. Last Sunday we decided to...
Authentic Indian Lamb Korma Slow Cooker Recipe
This authentic Indian Lamb Korma Slow Cooker recipe is full of fragrant seasonings and spices. If you've been following my blog, then it is no surprise that I love Indian Food. After cooking all day in the slow cooker, the lamb is as tender as can be and all of the...
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Flavorful & Authentic Indian Lamb Curry Recipe
Being from Morocco, lamb is one of my favorite ingredients and my authentic Indian Lamb Curry recipe is amazing. I make this often and freeze batches to eat throughout the week with whole wheat couscous. It makes a great quick...
Easy Italian Wedding Soup in the Instant Pot
This easy Italian Wedding Soup recipe is cooked in only a few minutes using the Instant Pot. Not only is this soup delicious, but it is also low in calories and freezes great for meal planning and leftovers. Why You'll Love This...
The Best Lamb Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe With Greek Lemon Sauce
I believe my recipe happens to be the best lamb stuff grape leaves recipe because it draws influence from all cultures combining the best parts of each recipe. Stuffed grape leaves are a popular dish in Lebanese, Mediterranean,...
The Absolute Best Beef Ragu Recipe That Will Become a Family Favorite!
If you love delicious Italian cuisine, this is the absolute best beef ragu recipe. I don't often brag about my recipes, but this recipe really is perfection and one of my greatest creations. I've seen a variety of different...
Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup (Tom Kha Gai)
This traditional Thai Coconut Soup Recipe, also known as Tom Kha Gai in Thai cuisine, combines ingredients like tender chicken, fresh mushrooms, and lemon grass, all simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth. By using the...
Easy Traditional Indian Saag Paneer Recipe
I created this authentic Indian Saag Paneer recipe after enjoying the frozen version from Trader Joes. Now that we're all under quarantine, I've been creating many of my favorite dishes at home and freezing them in portions for...
How to Seed and Peel Tomatoes Easily For Homemade Sauces
This guide on how to seed and peel tomatoes is going to be a game-changer for your recipes. Once you realize how easy it is to use fresh tomatoes in your sauces, you'll never buy a can of tomato sauce again. If you've ever tried...
Delicious, Easy, & Authentic Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
You may think, with all the complex flavors, an authentic Chicken Tikka Masala recipe would be complicated to make at home. However, once you own the right ingredients it is incredibly easy to create this dish. Indian...