Pears are just fucking sexy. They’re not even close to being my favorite fruit but oh, how I love their shape. There’s something about them that screams romantic, they ooze with sex appeal. Maybe it’s because, its a womanly shape? I used to be a pear shape (now I’m more of an apple…not quite as […]
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Farm 2 Table : Chef Tasting {a pictorial review}
This last Saturday I was delighted to experience a Farm to table chef tasting put on by our very talented Janet Neil, Chef/Owner of Bert & Ernies Tavern here in Great Falls. Janet collaborated with many of our local farmer’s and businesses to put this event together. I could ramble on in great detail but […]
Penne con coda alla Vaccinara (Braised Oxtail and Penne) with Braised Baby Greens
I’ve been a braisen fool the last month, our Daring Cooks Challenge this month inspired me to braise at least once a week. I posted about the challenge yesterday and featured my favorite recipe Spice-Braised Leg of Lamb with Lemon Preserve. But oh so close was the braised oxtail. My mom used to make oxtail […]
Lobster Risotto
For our February 14th Lobster Palooza I choose to make lobster risotto as our side. I’m telling you right now that this was the highlight of our entire meal! Initially I felt guarded about stirring up a treat like lobster into a pot full of creamy risotto and that’s my mother’s doing.
Mulled Wine at Pig of the Month
I’ve been making mulled wine for years. It’s one of my favorite cold weather drinks. Mine is a spiced warm version of Sangria. It’s aromatherapy and relaxation in a mug. Sensual and comforting, it’s the queen of all warm boozy drinks. I’ve spent year’s preparing this delectable delight, tweaking the recipe a little here and […]
Zwiebelkuchen, Federweiβer and Love
I knew Mcgyver for 2 years before we ever went on our first date. We rode around in the same motorcycle group. I was dating another fellow but McGyver claims he had his eye on me the whole time. I enjoyed McGyvers company even though he was the oldest member of our group. He also […]