The grill has become my best cooking friend lately. Last weekend for Memorial Day we had friends and family over for nonstop pool parties. This week it has just been SO hot in Charlotte that I haven’t wanted to overheat our kitchen. One of the meals I made when friends were over last weekend were […]
Thanksgiving Table Decor and Gluten Free and Dairy Free Stuffing (or Dressing) Recipe
Stuffing or dressing? What do you guys call it? I go back and forth, but I guess this one is technically a dressing recipe. Because it isn’t stuffed in the turkey. However the southerner in me always wants to call it stuffing. Anywho, I wanted to share our Thanksgiving table decor, which was so easy […]
Easter Menu Recipe Ideas
Each time a holiday is on the way, my aunt, mom, cousin, and I start a group text to try and figure out what food we will make and bring to the occasion. We often all get together at my grandparents’ house, and we share the responsibilities of the meal. Even with 4+ brains working […]
Classic Risotto with Pan-Roasted Chicken Thighs
I know it’s kind of old school, but I have really been on a risotto kick recently. It started when my brother and I made dinner for my mom’s birthday in January. Then we had friends over for dinner last weekend, and I made risotto to go with our steaks. I had leftover arborio rice […]
Bread & Wine
I must tell you all about one of the best books I have ever read, or mostly read. To be honest, I have not finished the entire thing, but I have already gotten so much out of Bread & Wine. If you are passionate about hospitality, cooking, or opening your home to friends, family, and […]