This month, the French Winophiles - with Jeff of FoodWineClick! at the helm - are dreaming of French wines that we would sip at a café. Read his invitation. Though I haven't been to France, other than Charles de Gaulle airport, in over two decades, lunches on city sidewalks are a favorite summertime meal and we enjoyed many while we were in central Europe last year. But today I virtually head to a French café for this event. Here's the rest of the group's offerings... An Alpi

This month the Eat the World bloggers are traveling by tabletop to Sierra Leone. Read more about the Eat the World project here. About Sierra Leone I ran out of time and needed to get this posted. But circle back to read more about this country later today! Apologies. Today the group is small but mighty. Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm was going to participate, but her recipe flopped and she didn't have time to re-do it or pick another. That happens! Ginger Beer by Amy

Today the combined wine writers' group - for our World Wine Travel month - is sharing wine pairings from up and coming wine regions. I am hosting, and gave the bloggers free rein on their interpretation of this theme. There are so many possibilities, given the entire globe as inspiration. Here's the line-up from the group... A Taste of Croatia: Paprikaš od Kokoši + Zlatan Otok Posip 2023 by Culinary Cam (you're here) Gewürztraminer in the Dolomites by Crushed Grape Chronicles

This month the Eat the World bloggers are traveling by tabletop to Venezuela. Read more about the Eat the World project here. This month the Eat the World bloggers are finding inspiration in Venezuelan cuisine. Here's the line-up... Carne Mechada (Venezuelan Shredded Beef) by Amy's Cooking Adventures Perico by Culinary Cam (you're here) Perros Calientes by A Day in the Life on the Farm Venezuelan Pollo Mechado (Shredded Chicken) - Keto by Sneha's Recipe Venezuela I, myself,

Here we are at the tenth installment of our 2026 Alphabet Challenge that was started by Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm. As in years past, we post every two weeks with a recipe inspired by a certain letter. It's like Sesame Street for grown ups! And I love it. I have missed in recent weeks, but I will catch up and link to everyone else's posts so you can be inspired through the alphabet deliciousness as well. J is for... Aloo Tamatar Jhol - No Onion No Garlic by Sneha’

This month the Eat the World bloggers are traveling by tabletop to Andorra. Read more about the Eat the World project here. I actually have several Andorran recipes to share this month because it is our focus for our May Eat the World and the location of our Cook the Books selection as well. And I forgot which one was for this. Yikes! Thankfully, I was reminded by the list before I got too far into writing up a different recipe. Here's the Andorran line-up... Ànec amb Pera by

A week ahead of Mothers' Day, the Sunday Funday writers are gathering to share elegant appetizers to kick off your Mothers' Day celebrations. Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm is hosting. Stacy of Food Lust People Love, Sue of Palatable Pastime, Rebekah of Making Miracles, Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm, and I coordinate this low-stress group; we only participate when we are inspired. As I mentioned, Wendy is hosting this week. And Happy Mothers's Day to all the

Today the Sunday Funday bloggers are celebrating Lima Bean Respect Day. Yep. April 20th is Lima Bean Respect Day. I invited the crew: "Let's fête this much-maligned bean. Depending on where you find the beans, they may also go by one of the following names: butter peas, gigante beans, Madagascar beans, and chad beans." First, I need to admit that in picking this topic, my goal was culinary therapy - for myself. There are very few things I don't eat. But lima beans were defini

This month the combined wine writers are posting for Wine Pairing Weekend - hosted by the group's founder - and sharing about green wines. No, not the color. You can read David's preview: here . The Line-Up Algerian Chicken paired with Organic Wines from South Africa by A Day in the Life on the Farm Dinner Pairings with Wines that Can Help Save the Planet by Crushed Grape Chronicles Planning a Wine Dinner and Exploring Green Wine Pairings by Cooking Chat Ranch Wine: Bonterr

This month the Eat the World bloggers are traveling by tabletop to Armenia. Read more about the Eat the World project here . This month the Eat the World crew if looking at recipes from Algeria. When I did my cooking around the world project when the boys were small, we learned...that the cuisine of Algeria is a mix of various influences - from Berber to Arabic to French to Jewish. Most cooking is centered around long-simmered meats and stews that are served with couscous. Me

First, I need to sincerely apologize to all of the Movies & Munchies bloggers. I suggested we all watch "Leap Year" for our event in March. Then, the month came and went and I completely missed posting and worse! - my round-up of the participants is woefully tardy. But I am bound and determined to get this up today. Six days late. The Round-Up As I am so late with this, I am just going to start with the other participants' posts. Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm shared

This week I am hosting the Sunday Funday writers with a focus on maple syrup. I invited them: " Maple Syrup Saturday is March 21st. Ahead of that, let's share some recipes that use maple syrup in creative ways. Think salad dressings, glazes for roasts or desserts. Anything goes! I'll even take your favorite pancake recipe." Stacy of Food Lust People Love , Sue of Palatable Pastime , Rebekah of Making Miracles , Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm , and I coordinate this lo

This month the combined wine writers writing as the French Winophiles. Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm is hosting and invited us: "March is National Mulled Wine Month. This month's category is the French Winophiles. Share a Vin Chaud. Cheers!" The Vin Chaud Line-Up Afternoon Vin Chaud – a different sort of afternoon tea by Crushed Grape Chronicles Celebrating National Mulled Wine Month French Style by A Day in the Life on the Farm March Vin Chaud: A Cozy Sip for th

This month the Eat the World bloggers are traveling by tabletop to Armenia. Read more about the Eat the World project here . The Line-Up of #EattheWorld Offerings Armenian Apple Chunk Cake by Sneha's Recipe Khorovats by Culinary Cam (you're here) Lavash Crackers by Amy's Cooking Adventures Tourshi by A Day in the Life on the Farm Khorovats You can see a few more recipes in my recent wine pairing post - Armenia: A Wine Story Spanning Six Thousand Years - where I shared my

This week Amy is hosting the Sunday Funday blogger for a cake-centric event. Amy wrote: "It's my birthday later this month and I need cake ideas! Share your favorite cake recipe OR favorite decorating technique/design!" Stacy of Food Lust People Love , Sue of Palatable Pastime , Rebekah of Making Miracles , Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm , and I coordinate this low-stress group; we only participate when we are inspired. As I mentioned, Amy is hosting this week. Birch

Here we are at the fifth installment of our 2026 Alphabet Challenge that was started by Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm . As in years past, we post every two weeks with a recipe inspired by a certain letter. It's like Sesame Street for grown ups! And I love it. E is for... Baked Beef Empanadas by Jolene’s Recipe Journal Corn and Edamame Salad by Karen’s Kitchen Stories Dim Posto - Bengali Egg Curry by Mayuri’s Jikoni Easter Candy Charcuterie Board by Blogghetti Eda

For years croquembouche was our standard New Year's Eve dessert because it took time to make it and was a good distraction for trying to stay away till midnight when the kids were small. On the Page I was inspired to make another one after reading the February Lit Happens selection: Piglet by Lottie Hazell. I would say that it was a polarizing pick, but it wasn't really. I don't think any of us liked the book! And because of that I am not going to say too much about it excep

Here we are at the fourth installment of our 2026 Alphabet Challenge that was started by Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm . As in years past, we post every two weeks with a recipe inspired by a certain letter. It's like Sesame Street for grown ups! And I love it. D is for... Chocolate Covered Sandwich Cookies with Dulce de Leche by Karen’s Kitchen Stories Coconut Cream Date Caramel by Food Lust People Love Dalithoy,Konkani Style Dal by Mayuri’s Jikoni Deviled Egg Char

"February 16th is National Almond Day. Let's share any recipes you like with whole almonds, sliced almonds, almond meal or even almond butter. Sweets, savories? Bring it on." I am hosting the group this week. Stacy of Food Lust People Love , Sue of Palatable Pastime , Rebekah of Making Miracles , Wendy of A Day in the Life on the Farm , and I coordinate this low-stress group; we only participate when we are inspired. As I mentioned, I am hosting this week. The Line-Up Almond

This month the combined wine writers are sharing international pours for Valentines' Day. Deanna of Wineivore is hosting us! The #WorldWineTravel Valentine Wines List A Love Letter to Wine by Side Hustle Wino Chef's Private Dinner at our Resort in Mexico by Our Good Life Fair Verona and the Romance of Valpolicella from Crushed Grape Chronicles J'aime partager le vin et la vie avec vous from A Day in the Life on the Farm Pretty in Pink: Italian Wines Paired with Internatio