My first experience with warm, delicious apple cider doughnuts was 10 years ago visiting my son at the University of Virginia. It was October 2014 and we visited Carter Mountain Orchard in Charlottesville~~where they served WARM apple cider doughnuts. I was in love. Every trip back for the next 4 years included a trip to…
With Valentine’s Day just a day away, will you be sharing the love? Is it a romantic dinner for two or a dinner party with friends? We are having a very low key evening at home this year but whether you enjoy Valentine’s Day quietly or pull out all the stops, here are some Valentine-inspired…
For some reason it never occurred to me to set a dinner table days before an event. While visiting my friend, I noticed her Thanksgiving table all set a week before turkey day. It was a light bulb moment for me. I typically (and with stress) set the table on the same day. Ever since…
You know it’s autumn when I start baking my Apple Cider Donuts. This week I am at our cabin and I think my blood has thinned by living in Phoenix too long. It is so chilly up here and what better way to warm up the kitchen than by baking. So far I’ve made an…
Sometimes I get into a rut and do the same table decorations over and over again. With a few minor changes, you can use many of the same things and mix up the look of your July 4th table. All of these items I have on hand. Since I am proud to be an American,…