Category Archives: Food For Thought

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4th of July Barbeque Feast

For me there is no better day to show off my barbequing skills than on the most important American Holiday of all- The 4th of July.  Since barbequing is an all American summer pastime on the all American Holiday I’m … Continue reading

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Chilled Soups For Hot Summertime

Hot summer is here, at least it is in Florida.  It’s June 19 and it is 90º in the shade.  The heat is rising from the asphalt and making it clear that we have a long hot summer ahead of … Continue reading

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Proper Sausages

What, you may ask, is Proper Sausages?  In North Miami at 9722 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33138, there is a tiny little shop that makes the best artisan sausages I’ve ever tasted. I found out about Proper Sausages from … Continue reading

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Vietnamese Banh Mi

On our recent trip to Chicago, we ate at the wonderfully delicious Gage Restaurant.  It’s in the heart of the City on Michigan Avenue directly across from The Art Institute.  We’ve eaten there in the past and decided to revisit … Continue reading

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Mangia Italian Style

On our recent trip to Chicago for a week’s vacation, we were able to spend time with family and friends and do all the touristy things we haven’t done in years.  We visited Museums, Giant Buildings, Michigan Avenue, took in … Continue reading

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A Real Southern Delicacy – Coconut Cake With Coconut Custard Filling and Seven Minute Frosting

This Easter Sunday we are invited to a Southern Easter Brunch and I was asked to bring dessert.  Well, of course, I want to bring a Southern treat to keep with the theme.  My favorite Southern dessert is and always … Continue reading

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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream (Cake That Is)

I love this Ice Cream Cake!!!  Making my own Gelato gives me a great deal of satisfaction and, since there are no preservatives or additives, the texture is creamy smooth and the flavor is delicious. Pecan Gelato Cake with Chocolate Sauce … Continue reading

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Erin go Bragh!!!

I know we all have heard the phrase “Erin go Bragh” when St. Patrick’s Day is approaching.  And I know that many us that are Irish on that one day only have no idea what it means.  Here is the … Continue reading

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Word of the Day

The word of the day is Banana-Toasted Coconut Bread.  (Tap the link to go straight to the recipe.)  Just a reminder for all of you that love this bread.  I made it yesterday and it was our treat with coffee … Continue reading

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Soup, Glorious Soup

This blog is dedicated to all of my friends and family that are suffering through the terrible weather north of Paradise.  That means all of you north of the Florida boarder. Here are a few of my favorites.  Some have … Continue reading

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