I’m not sure if there is a “right” or “wrong” way to this food blogging business, but this is often how I start: I make a weekly meal plan, look at what is available at the farmer’s markets & grocery…
Baked Egg, Swiss, & Mushroom Casserole
If you’ve read my previous posts, it is probably obvious that I am big fan of brunch. If someone invites me over some weekend morning for breakfast and mimosas, I’m there with bells on… usually with a homemade coffee cake…
Painkiller Cocktail
Glowing white sands…a turquoise ocean. Waves are lapping playfully at the shore, while a slight breeze ruffles at the brightly colored beach umbrellas. The smell of sunblock, coconut, and rum, mingle together as we relax, frozen drinks in hand, shaded…
White Bean & Basil Dip
I think we’ve all experienced that tiny surge of panic that accompanies the news of unexpected, but not unwelcome, company. A frenzy of activity that, for me, begins with cries of, “Quick! Pull out the vacuum to suck up all…
Famous Blueberry Muffins
There are several beloved New England foods that any native can name (beyond the iconic Clam Chowder, Sam Adams beer, and Boston Brown Bread). Creamy Frappes, a delicious Raspberry Lime Rickey, Jimmies (not Sprinkles! Jimmies are chocolate and Sprinkles are…
Tomato Mozzarella Panzanella
Hello, my name is Jessie, and I am a carb-o-holic. It’s true. Potatoes, sweets, fruits, and (my personal guilty pleasure) freshly baked bread. Give me a loaf of bread with a beautiful crust, some butter or cheese, maybe tomato and…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
I try to hit the gym four to five times a week. Although I enjoy it most (OK…some) of the time, there are days where I have to convince myself that attending a killer Insanity class, or shaking what my…
Buttery Homemade Pie Dough
I came to making pastry pretty late, but I did a lot of watching growing up. My mum made old fashioned pie crust. Cold butter, cold water, flour, a dash of salt, and a pastry cutter. Watching those small hands…
Rustic Strawberry Pie
I would say I’m pretty much a pie traditionalist. I love slicing into a creamy, custardy, pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving. I relish taking that first juicy bite of homemade apple pie (with fresh orchard picked apples) every season. I even…
Smoked Salmon & Asparagus Eggs Benedict
My husband and I love to get away for a weekend when we’re able. We head in to the city for a show, enjoy a dinner with just the two of us (no highchairs!), and then retire back to a…