Orange Champagne Cocktail
Enjoying Champagne during the holidays makes this special time even more special. When I discovered that the Champagne cocktail was made with bitters I knew that I had to try...
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Hoppin’ John
It’s a new year and I need all the luck I can get, 2020 left her mark and I want to make sure I am doing whatever I can to...
Creamy Crab Chowder with Corn
Every road trip south from Kentucky meant a stop in Asheville, and the final destination was always Charleston and the Isle of Palms. Corner Kitchen in Biltmore Village was our...
Bourbon Cranberry Sour
This holiday season I am enjoying trying new cocktail recipes, it keeps cocktail hour interesting and I love to research and try out new cocktails. Gathering beautiful glasses makes for...
Creamy Pistachio Herb Dip Recipe - Perfect Vegetarian Party Appetizer
A sophisticated vegetarian dip featuring chopped pistachios, fresh herbs, and a creamy base. Perfect for entertaining, this family recipe pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables and creates an elegant appetizer that's...
Bourbon Hot Toddy
A Hot Toddy will cure a cold and also warm you up on a cold winters night.
Sweet Tea Brined Turkey Breast Recipe - Southern Comfort Food
A unique Southern recipe that honors family tradition by brining turkey breast in sweet tea. Inspired by Grandmother Mammy's daily ritual of making pitchers of sweet tea for visitors, this...
Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe - Family Tradition with a Twist
A beloved family Thanksgiving stuffing recipe with a heartwarming story about creating "Dressed Up Stuffing" to diplomatically introduce a new tradition. Features sourdough bread, Italian sausage, apples, mushrooms, and toasted...
Cranberry Bourbon Cocktail
Every year I enjoy creating a special drink for our family celebrations. The bar is set with all the ingredients and instructions. As soon as my family arrives they are...
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe - Caramelized Perfection
Transform Brussels sprouts from polarizing vegetable to crowd favorite with this simple roasting technique. Inspired by Boca Restaurant's famous Brussels sprouts, this recipe creates perfectly caramelized edges and tender centers...
Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe – A Showstopping Vegetarian Holiday Main
A beautiful, thoughtful vegetarian holiday main created for my daughter Lily. Stuffed with protein-rich quinoa, garbanzo beans, dried cherries, and pecans, then topped with pomegranate seeds — this dish proves...
Braised Short Ribs
Comfort food is just that, a satisfying meal that conjures up memories of time well spent with family and friends, a room full of laughter and a longing for more....
Pumpkin Soup Recipe with Bacon - Perfect Fall Comfort Food
A perfect fall comfort food recipe featuring roasted pumpkin (or butternut squash) with warm spices like cumin and red pepper flakes, topped with smoky crumbled bacon. This family-favorite soup is...
Red Wine Sangria
Red Wine Sangria makes the perfect drink for the holiday season. So easy to make and really easy to pour, a pitcher of sangria will make you and expert hostess...
Classic Manhattan Cocktail Recipe with Rye Whiskey and Cocktail Cherries
The Manhattan is a timeless cocktail made with rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters, and cocktail cherries. Smooth, sophisticated, and simple to stir, this classic drink is perfect for cocktail hour...
Pumpkin Bread with Candied Ginger
This spiced pumpkin bread gets its irresistible bite from candied ginger and a balanced blend of warm spices. The batter is simple to mix and perfect for mini gift loaves...
Pumpkin Roulade
The perfect make-ahead holiday dessert that becomes your family's signature dish. This elegant pumpkin roulade features spiced cake rolled with cream cheese and candied ginger filling, enhanced with bourbon-soaked pecans...
Classic Old Fashioned Recipe with Bourbon & Cocktail Cherries
The Old Fashioned cocktail is a timeless bourbon classic that dates back to the 1800s. With just sugar, bitters, bourbon, and cocktail cherries, this simple recipe delivers smooth, rich flavor...
Pumpkin Crostini Recipe - Perfect Fall Appetizer
A sophisticated fall appetizer featuring roasted pumpkin, creamy ricotta with sage and shallots, and crispy pancetta on toasted seedy bread. Perfect as a light dinner or elegant cocktail hour bite,...