• Raving about Raisins

    So my husband Jim bought one of those huge bags of raisins from Costco. I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I decided to get creative and incorporate them in a new way. Raisins are a great snack food that are rich in antioxidants and contain no cholesterol or fat! This ...

  • Autumn Harvest in Athens

    What a fabulous day celebrating Stephanie's birthday and the finest local chefs at Autumn Harvest in Athens! The crisp coolness of fall became a combination of Athens best chefs and food. Our indulgence was blended with a balance that the feast was a benefit for Wholesome Wave. This organization is focused on making ...

  • Apricot Almond Coffee Cake

    Something comforting coming out of the oven with that yeasty almond smell. Moist, tender and layered with multiple flavors of almond, apricot, and honey-laced cake this recipe is a winner around here. Coffee cakes can be complicated with a rising time, preparation of different layers and baking. However, with a food processor ...

  • Mayan Brownies

    Still thinking about Vietnam and discovering cinnamon trees along the road.  The evergreen Saigon Cinnamon tree was lining the two-lane road we traveled to head toward the Ho Chi Minh trail.  The forests seemed enchanted when I was made aware that the cinnamon trees were truly the trees where we get high quality cinnamon from. ...