A rich, dense, dark chocolate bourbon pound cake recipe from Chef Paula Stadtmiller of Premier Pastry in Rochester.
The Best Books I Read In January
The best books I read last month; a thought provoking memior, and 2 edge of your seat suspense books.
Mario’s Via Abruzzi Hard Crust Herb Rolls
Served at both Mario’s Pizza & Pasta and Mario’s Via Abruzzi Customers would often line up waiting for freshly baked rolls to be brought out directly from the oven to the salad bar.
Common Sense Eating For the Whole Family
It’s one of the most frustrating parts of raising kids. Getting them to eat healthily can feel like a battle of wills, especially if you don’t practice what you preach. We all want our children to grow up healthy and have a good diet, but if you’re not doing this yourself, it’s time to make…
The Best Free Stock Photo Sources for Bloggers
When most people think about blogs, they think about the written articles, the words on the screen. But images and photos play a huge role in blogs, they capture the reader’s attention, and quickly. Usually, people check out the images before reading the post and make a snap decision about whether they will stay or…
Give Your Bathroom a Spa Treatment
I don’t know what it is about winter, but every year I find myself craving a cozy relaxing area to retreat to at the end of the day. Last year I created a cozy reading area, but this year I am all about recreating that sensation of the day spa in my own bath, but…
Bringing Hygge Into Your Home And Life: Made Simple
Hygge is often a term you will now hear bounced around. It is either on social media, accompanied by a picture of a cozy fire and someone looking warm and comfortable. It is in blog posts, perhaps such as this, and it is in the media. It is a Danish way of living that has…
Happy New Year & My 2019 Word of the Year
It’s officially 2019 today, and there is nothing like the fresh start of a New Year to set some goals or intentions.
Creating a Power Sheets Vision Board in Canva
A vision board is a tool to help remind you to invest time and energy into your goals, and also helps you visualize what your future will look like. This is how I made my vision board in Canva
All The Books I Read In 2018
Before we turn the page to 2019, I thought it would be fun to look back at all the books I read in 2018..
Merry Christmas
A very Merry Christmas to all who are celebrating today! I hope your day is filled with warmth, laughter, and delicious food.
Oak Hill Country Club’s Butter Tea Cookies
These Butter Tea Cookies from Oak Hill Country Club are buttery and mildly sweet, perfectly accented with a dollop of raspberry preserves.
A Step By Step Guide To Creating An Outdoor Dining Area
When you’ve got a big outdoor area, there are so many things that you could do with it. You can turn it into a play area for kids, a nice area for relaxing in the sun or you could consider turning it into a great outdoor dining area. This is a great way to use…
Me Time Ideas For Moms Who Need A Break
Hey Moms! When was the last time you had some uninterrupted time that was just for you?! I bet you have to go back a long way to remember when you last did something for yourself and by yourself. However, without a little me time from time to time, it’s easy to get stressed or…
Let’s Have a Moment of Silence for My Christmas Tree
After the lights were strung, the ornaments carefully placed on the branches and the crowning bow tree topper perched on the highest branch. It all came crashing down. Literally.
Vintage RG&E Pineapple Cookies
This Vintage cookie recipe comes from an RG&E recipe booklet put together by their Home Service Department. These light fluffy cookies Pineapple are a nice break from some of the richer Christmas cookies. It may seem odd for a company like Rochester Gas & Electric to put out a cookbook today, but it was actually…
10 Christmas Cookies the will Definetly be on My Cookie Platter
I am SO in the holiday baking mood already. My youngest daughter loves baking and has been so helpful in the kitchen this year and we have already done a ton of baking. Speaking of early holiday baking! This is how I manage to bake a boatload of treats at the holidays for friends while…
Fudgy Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Rich and fudgy these crinkle cookies have an irresistible moist center and crispy crackly exterior.
The Perfect Non-Traditional Christmas Playlist To Get You in the Holiday Spirit
Ready to switch up your holiday music? I’ve put together a mellow non-traditional christmas playlist to help you get into the holiday spirit. This playlist has a coffeehouse vibe, most of the songs are by Indie/folk artisits. Who knows, they just might become the new classics.
Anise Pierniki (Polish Christmas Cookies)
These tender Polish Pierniki Christmas Cookies are a holiday favorite. The licorice-flavored cookies capture the holiday spirit with a generous topping of festive sprinkles.
