Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips: A Team Effort Worth Every Bite A couple of years ago I received one of my favorite Christmas gifts: Natasha’s Kitchen, a fun and approachable cookbook packed with a wonderful variety of recipes. I have been working my way through it ever since, and when I spotted the Crispy Coconut Chicken…
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Friday Fun Day-Fun With Foods From Kumquats to Croissants to a Home Chef Coupon.
Welcome to Friday Fun, a space to focus on the things that bring us joy and excitement—moments to take a break from life’s stresses. Lately, I’ve been having fun experimenting with new foods. After watching another episode of Chopped, my desire to try different ingredients and incorporate past recipes was reignited. Join me as I…
Wine Tasting:The Halo: Exploring Australia’s Unique Late-Season Viognier
I’m pretty new to wine tasting, but I really enjoy trying new wines and figuring out what makes each one special. When I taste, I start by looking at the color and clarity, then check out the “legs” on the glass—those little drips that can give you a hint about how sweet the wine might…
Tasting Argentina’s New Age Rosé — Kathiey’s Review
Being relatively new to the world of wine, I realize there’s so much to learn about the art of wine tasting. I’ve visited a few wine shops and wineries for tastings, but I hadn’t really been taught the proper steps involved. So, I took matters into my own hands and Googled “how to taste wine.”…
The Perfect Creamy Tortellini Soup and Wine Pairings
When the chill of winter settles in, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm, creamy bowl of soup to thaw you from the inside out. This Slow Cooker Creamy Sausage & Tortellini Soup is exactly that cozy comfort we all crave—packed with tender sausage, fresh veggies, and those perfectly pillowy tortellini that…
Discover Pinot Grigio: Wine Basics & Perfect Food Pairings
Every day is a good day to talk about wine. So, let’s take a look at Pino Grigio. First off, what exactly is Pinot Grigio? It’s one of the most popular white wines around, known for being light, crisp, and dry with a noticeable high acidity. According to Spruce Eats, it’s America’s second most…
Wine-What the Heck is Honeysuckle Wine?
Recently, I tried a new kind of wine—Honeysuckle wine—and instantly fell in love with its unique flavor. Naturally, it got me wondering, “What exactly is Honeysuckle wine?” I don’t know about you, but as a kid, I remember spotting honeysuckle bushes from afar, often catching that sweet, irresistible scent before seeing the delicate flowers. I’d…