Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Holiday Wine Guide
Labels:
bubbly,
Cabernet Sauvignon,
California,
Chardonnay,
Christmas,
drink,
holidays,
NYE,
Petite Syrah,
pinot noir,
sparkling,
syrah,
wine,
zinfandel
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
Perfect Pair: Potato Gratin and Chardonnay
Love these potatoes! I know a lot of people like mashed for Thanksgiving, but these are better. This recipe was featured in the Capital Cooking Cookbook.
Labels:
Chardonnay,
Oceano,
Potato Gratin,
side,
Thanksgiving,
wine
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Recipe: Lauren's Winning Chicken Potpie
Almost 15 years ago, we filmed Capital Cooking's Food Bloggers Challenge Parts 1 and 2. The judges picked my version of chicken pot pie as the challenge winner. This is the perfect time of year to bake some at home. You can also find it in the Capital Cooking Cookbook along with many other comforting recipes.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Thinking of Drinking: Spiked Cider
Photo by Bryn Wallace |
Grab yourself a gallon of cider and spike it with some brandy or rum. Warm and comforting...another perfect drink for a Halloween party.
Labels:
Spiked Cider; Halloween
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Fall Flavors Recipe: Creamy Butternut Squash Soup
Photo by Emily Clack |
It is sad for me to admit, but summer is over: (I love the fall, but I just wasn't ready yet. I'm hoping that this soup will help pave the way.
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Have you been to Hi-Lawn?
This place looks so fun! Hi-Lawn has just introduced several exciting post-pandemic offerings, making it DC’s ultimate warm-weather destination this season. The scenic astroturf-covered green space is now open seven days a week, with live music, giant lawn games, weekly themed nights, and new summer food and drink menus.
Labels:
bar,
DC,
restaurant,
Rooftop,
summer,
Union Market
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Thinking of Drinking: Orange Crush
Boy, I'm craving one of these! Feel like you're relaxing on the water near the Eastern Shore, VA by mixing up one of Mallards at the Wharf's refreshing Orange Crush cocktails.
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Recipe: Strawberry Tiramisù
Who wouldn’t love to sit in the sun at an outdoor café in Italy sipping a chilled glass of wine and eating a favorite Italian meal? Coleen Kirnan, the owner, and host of Tuscan Women Cook, the unique and popular culinary vacation located in the heart of Tuscany, bring the cuisine and culture of Italy to home kitchens with her new cookbook, Tuscan Women Cook: Nonnas ▪ Memories ▪ Recipes. Each recipe will transport you to the sun-dappled Tuscan fields where farm-to-table cuisine is commonplace. Check out this recipe below for a new take on Tiramisu.
Friday, March 26, 2021
Thinking of Drinking: Limoncello Sparklers
Make this Easter really special with these Limoncello Sparklers. These cocktails are perfect for any spring party.
Thursday, March 25, 2021
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Perfect Pair: Garlic and Herb Lamb Loin Chops
My mom came to visit me during Easter in DC and I made a delicious feast. Celebrate spring with Garlic and Herb Lamb Loin.
Friday, March 19, 2021
Thinking of Drinking: Carrot Cake Shooter
Photo by Jessica Patterson |
This Easter, add a little alcohol to your dessert. I'm always a fan of festive cocktails and Easter is no exception. I'll be making my Aunt Linda's Award Winning Carrot Cake, but I thought I'd have a little fun and make these shooters as well. It will be the perfect welcome treat as my guests arrive. Bottoms up!
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Recipes for St. Patty's Day
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Try some green recipes. How about my spanakopita, guacamole or my spinach balls... or check out our fried green tomatoes from the American Classics episode, or spread a minted pea mash onto crostini.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Perfect Pair: Shepherd's Pie
Photo by Emily Clack |
Tuesdays are all about pairing food and wine. Here are some winter suggestions to get you going. Check out my recommendations below. Have fun mixing and matching.
Labels:
cream,
drink,
main,
potatoes,
Shepherd's Pie,
st. patrick's day,
wine
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