food4passion

Memorial Day was a time of sun and family time. I decided to cook for my family. You all know how crazy I am about Julie & Julia. I watched it…yes, again…the night before and was inspired to make bruschetta…yes, again…as part of my Memorial Day din din. I grilled for the first time! I’m … Continue reading →

I spent the day in Avery Island, LA with my best friend and her daughter (my “niece”). If you’ve never taken the Tabasco/Jungle Gardens tour, you must you must you must. It’s such a unique thing to do on a wonderfully sunny day. Lucky day: If you purchased anything from the gift shop today, you got … Continue reading →

I know, I know. It’s been a while. I’ve had a lot on my plate. No pun intended. Here’s a recipe that I got from one of my favorite blogs I follow. I just had to try this since it involves 4 of my favorite things: Brie, strawberries, chocolate and bread. I didn’t quarter the … Continue reading →

I was near Chicago all last week. I was able to visit and do tourist-y things with my own personal tour guide for 9 straight hours on Sunday. My. body. hates. me. Someone once said that when you turn 30 it’s all down hill from here. Well, I’m starting to feel the transition. I’ve always imagined Chicago … Continue reading →

Here’s my spin on Strawberry Shortcake. By the way, how do you like my new blog layout? I bought a small loaf of cooked Angel Food cake and a container of strawberries at Wal-mart the other day with the intention of preparing a mock SS cake. However, my inspiration went a little further today at … Continue reading →

Good morning, all! My friend had a hankering for French toast this morning so that’s exactly what I cooked. Challenge accepted! My aunt gave me this recipe and said it was a nice spin on typical French toast. Zesty Orange French Toast 6 slices of thick sliced bread zest from 1 orange 1/2 cup milk … Continue reading →

Cousin to Orange Dream Smoothie. Who knows. I might even try a blueberry or peach rendition. I went to the dentist today so half of my face is numb. I decided on a smoothie for lunch. Follow the Orange Dream recipe and instead of oranges I, of course, used strawberries and the new Cran-Cherry juice. … Continue reading →