The leaves are changing, there is a chill in the air, and it is time for hot apple cider! My favorite hot apple cider recipe is actually a mulled apple cider recipe. The spices with the warming fruitiness of the cider are quintessential Fall, and …
Roasted Cranberry Butternut Squash is a perfect balance of stuffed squash with Fall flavors! Plus, it is a healthier alternative to glazing! It is Fall in Maine–the leaves are changing, apple picking is in full swing and the winter squashes are ripe for picking! I …
When it is pepper season, one of my favorite dishes are Cheesy Chile Rellenos. Breaded and fried, cheese-stuffed poblano peppers are just so good! Note: This post contains affiliate links and ads from Amazon and our other affiliate partners. We earn a commission from all …
Tired of potato salad in the summer and want something more? This Bacon Ranch Orzo Salad recipe is a perfect summer side! It is summer garden season in Maine, and I am picking the biggest cherry tomatoes! Usually, I pop a few of these in …
It may be the beginning of July, but in Maine we are just wrapping up our Spring-like weather. My garden is still in Spring mode with loads and loads of peas, so the menu has been dominated by snow and shelling peas. Every year I …
Have you ever watched people make grilled asparagus before? It seems to be an exercise in patience–at least it always was when I tried grilling them. When I am hungry, I do not want to play chicken with the open grill grates or even mess …
The final restaurant review from our most recent trip to Louisiana is for DiCristina’s Italian and Seafood Restaurant in Covington, LA. This nearly-hidden family spot is certainly a gem in Covington’s food scene crown. DiCristina’s combines the old-school Italian cooking that my other half remembers …
On our only day in New Orleans last month, we had the opportunity to have breakfast at Goldberg’s Fine Foods in New Orleans. We were on our way to meet up with our party at the beautiful and historic The Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans, …
