If you were the buyer...

I'm thinking about ordering these unique serving/floral display pieces for the stores. What do you think?

They'd work well in the kitchen, but you could also use it in the powder room for fresh floral and perfume display.

Enjoy!

A great idea for your last camp-out of the season!

When life gives you lemons...

Put them in pretty dishes!

Bowls of citrus provide a refreshing spot of color and bring the bright, cheerful spirit of spring to your home!

Gather lemons, limes and oranges from the trees outside (be sure to ask your neighbors first), and place them in a pretty footed bowl or collected vessel.

tip: leave a few leaves on for the most natural appeal

Ample Samples...

Please visit us this week for a complimentary sampling of some of the finest chocolates imaginable. The Lindt company has shared their delicious goodies with us and we can't wait to share them with you!

Chipless Wonders!

I just recently discovered one of the most fabulous cookies I've EVER had! Have you heard about "Chipless Wonders" from Tate's Bake Shop?

Mmmmmmmmmm...
Melt in your mouth goodness!

The cookies come from a small bakery in Southampton, NY, called Tate's Bake Shop. I just happened upon them at Brown's Valley Market, a small specialty food store in my neighborhood, and now I'm hooked.

They make a great variety of cookies, but I highly recommend the "chipless wonder"!

Look for them at your grocery store, or find them here on-line.

Dee-lish!

43 North Sea Rd.
Southampton, NY 11968

631-283-9830

www.tatesbakeshop.com 

Sweets For Your Sweet!

What's more romantic on this day of love than a home-made chocolate dessert to share? Try this fantastic  Chocolate Bread Pudding with Sun-dried Cherries and Whipped Crème Fraiche!

Check out the recipe here at

www.Sunday-Suppers.blogspot.com

 

Coo-Coo for Cocoa!

If the holiday hustle starts wearing you down, don't fight your urge to indulge in this childhood favorite! A little bit of hot chocolate goes a long way.

Don't forget the mini marshmallows!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

What could be better than a scrumptious slice of pumpkin pie served with a dollop of fresh whipped cream?

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!!!

Cold Weather Comfort Food

Gotta Love Grilled Cheese!

Grilled Pastrami, Swiss, and Sweet Onion Marmalade on Rye

Crab and Avocado Grilled Cheese on Sourdough

 

Grilled Fresh Mozzarella and Apricot on Sourdough

When the cold weather strikes we often crave the comforts of home cooking. The warm, ooey-gooey grilled cheese is always a favorite for this time of year. Why not enhance this classic with a few extras to create mouth-watering, melted perfection!

Check out this link to Sunset Magazine for more grilled cheese recipe ideas!

photos and recipes:Annabelle Breakey, Margo True, Sunset Magazine

Rustic Fall Cider Bar...

If you're hosting a large crowd this Thanksgiving holiday, why not create a fabulous, rustic cider bar like this one? Distinguish apple and pear ciders by surrounding each with wreaths of the appropriate fresh fruit. Serve with a tray of warm, sugared doughnuts. Complete the look with cinnamon stir sticks and a fall bouquet of golden wheat!

Mmmmmmmm....Autumn Apple Crisp

Apple Crisp

10 cups Granny Smith Apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup water
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup melted butter

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
Place the sliced apples in a 9x13 baking dish that has been well greased. Mix the white sugar, 1 tablespoon flour and ground cinnamon together, and sprinkle over apples. Pour water evenly over all.
Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and melted butter together. Crumble evenly over the apple mixture.
Bake 350 degrees F for about 45 minutes.

Serve warm with great vanilla bean ice cream and/or fresh whipped cream
Serves 10-12. Enjoy!!!!
 
recipe and photo courtesy of Your Saucy Chef
www.yoursaucychef.blogspot.com

Go Fig-ure

My husband was out of town this weekend, and I didn't feel much like cooking, so I went to Brown's Valley Market to see what I could find in the way of prepared foods. (BTW, Brown's Valley Market is a great neighborhood specialty food store in Napa, --where they display their bakery goods on Harvest's reclaimed wood tables, I might add). I scanned the deli case and felt uninspired, so I walked around looking at their gorgeous produce displays, (it's one of those stores where they actually line up every carrot.) There I found some perfectly-ripened Black Mission Figs, and felt inspired to assemble (rather than cook) my dinner. I picked up some Costello Blue Cheese (my fav) and imported, thinly-sliced prosciutto. I had forgotten about this fantastic combination until it touched my lips; rich, creamy, salty sweet, divine! Very rustic, very fall, very delicious! You should try it too.

• Slice figs into halves
• spread a bit of blue cheese on the cut side
• wrap with prosciutto
• enjoy!

Some recipes suggest grilling this combo and drizzling with honey and balsamic, which is even better. But, if you're not up for grilling, and you find great quality ingredients, then the three in combination are just right! Pair with a Pinot Noir or Viognier to enhance the flavors.

Sunday Suppers

Perhaps the most gorgeous culinary website on-line! I am thrilled to share this fantastic site with all of you. Those who appreciate delicious recipes and simply fabulous presentation will love to find entertaining inspiration on this site. Don't miss http://sunday-suppers.com/