Celebrating Life Around The Table
I have been on a popover kick lately. I still have a sweet one to share with you but my latest was a savory cheddar cheese rosemary. It would be a perfect bread with Easter Ham or in our case a barbecue. A few weeks ago I went to a meeting of local food bloggers. [...]
I am sure you noticed I have been tinkering with the design. Hopefully I will finalize in the next day or so. The upgraded site will be mobile friendly, so you can find your favorite AIK recipes from the road. I looked to see if I had a better picture of this cake. Trust me [...]
Last weekend I had an idea that turned into a delicious lunch. Homemade blackberry jam spread across sliced of bread. Top with brie, jalapeno and bacon. This is one good grilled cheese. It all started with homemade blackberry jam. You start with sugar and blackberries. Strain the berry mixture. Place in a small saucepan and [...]
When I was attending the She Speaks conference in July, we ate at this cute restaurant, The Pewter Rose. We were served these delicious Butterscotch Scones as an amuse bouche. The restaurant is in the historic South End of Charlotte and occupies the second floor of a turn-of-the-century textile warehouse. It is light and airy [...]
Recently my niece called a meeting with me to discuss new recipes for us to make. She pulled out her Pink Princess cookbook by Barbara Berry and we sat at the family room game table. She has become a great little baker and loves to help out in the kitchen. When I brought my coffee [...]
Meyer Lemons are in stores right now and I love to use them in baked goods. They brighten everything. Combine the lemons with raspberries and you will feel like spring is just around the corner. This weekend is time change so we will be able to enjoy the start of spring evenings. This time of [...]
Where we came from often influences the food we make. In many cultures recipes are passed down from generation to generation. When they are in the right mood kids love to hear bits and pieces of family history and they have already chosen family favorites that they love us to make. Recipes are such a [...]
Each month a group of my friends have been gathering to talk about social media. Each of us has projects we are working on. One designs clothes, another designs invitations, a few of us blog and one is in real estate. It has turned into a rich evening of sharing with friends. We hold each [...]
Next week is Thanksgiving. I feel the year is rushing quickly towards the end. I want to slow it down and enjoy the holidays, starting with Thanksgiving. These Chipotle Cheddar Scones are slightly spicy, cheesy and perfectly flaky. One of my favorite turkeys to make is a Ancho Chile and Honey Turkey. My faithful standby [...]
This weekend I invited my friend Nell over for a breakfast tea. Nell has been a mentor in my life over the last seven years. I met her at a point in my life I was in transition. She spoke words of wisdom and encouragement into my life. We share a love of tea and [...]
