This morning as I am catching up on my food blogs I came accross the video below for a McNuggetini. At first I thought this isn't serious noone is really drinking this are they?! But after a little search on Google. I found out this is a real cocktail that is served in bars and there are serveral video's on Youtube on how to make one.
I haven't eaten at McDonald's in years but I have to admit I am intrigued by this cocktail and may have to cross over to the very darkside and have one. This cocktail brings a whole new meaning to Happy Meal. Check it out
P.S. if your thinking about making it you have to totally invite me over!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Try this!
Summer is over! Fall is upon us and holiday season will be here tomorrow. I still have to tell you all about something I discovered this summer. It's a wonderful summer time sipping wine. Now if you live in SoCal like I do it's still warm enough to enjoy a nice chilled glass of white wine. Which is why I had to tell you all about it.
The wine is by Pine Ridge winery located in Napa Valley California. I had the extreme pleasure of visiting this winery this summer while on a business trip. Seriously the best business trip of my life. When we walked into Pine Ridge they greeted us with a glass of their Chenin Blanc - Viognier blend. This would be the wine I would drink while we toured the winery's vineyards and wine caves.
We tasted ALOT of wine that day and visited a few vineyards. For some reason this wine stuck with me long after I got home. I was in luck they sell it at BevMo for those of you who don't live in San Diego that's Beverages and More. This wine is just a little sweet and smells like ripe melons and peaches. It just tastes like summer! Crisps clean with a little sweetness. Perfect with chicken or bar-b-que.
Even though summer is over and we are a week away from Halloween I am still drinking this wine! Its the perfect for a night with my friends or a night of TV on the couch. It's easy drinking and will win over anybody who says they don't drink wine.
The best part is every time I crack open a bottle of this wonderful wine I am transported back to that beautiful summer day in Napa. Sipping wine eating cheese and thanking God that I was chosen to go on this trip!
Cheers~
The wine is by Pine Ridge winery located in Napa Valley California. I had the extreme pleasure of visiting this winery this summer while on a business trip. Seriously the best business trip of my life. When we walked into Pine Ridge they greeted us with a glass of their Chenin Blanc - Viognier blend. This would be the wine I would drink while we toured the winery's vineyards and wine caves.
We tasted ALOT of wine that day and visited a few vineyards. For some reason this wine stuck with me long after I got home. I was in luck they sell it at BevMo for those of you who don't live in San Diego that's Beverages and More. This wine is just a little sweet and smells like ripe melons and peaches. It just tastes like summer! Crisps clean with a little sweetness. Perfect with chicken or bar-b-que.
Even though summer is over and we are a week away from Halloween I am still drinking this wine! Its the perfect for a night with my friends or a night of TV on the couch. It's easy drinking and will win over anybody who says they don't drink wine.
The best part is every time I crack open a bottle of this wonderful wine I am transported back to that beautiful summer day in Napa. Sipping wine eating cheese and thanking God that I was chosen to go on this trip!
Cheers~
Monday, October 5, 2009
Bad day for Foodies
Conde` Naste Publishing just announced, they are shutting down publication of Gourmet Magazine! I could not believe my eyes as I read the news. Just last night I was reading my latest issue of the magazine. This Magazine has been a foodie bible since 1940.
Its a very, very, vey sad day. I can only hope that the finish the last three issues of the year. I can't imagine my holiday season without Gourmet recipes. I am still holding out hope that this isn't true and they will save the iconic magazine.
R.I.P Gourmet Magazine
Its a very, very, vey sad day. I can only hope that the finish the last three issues of the year. I can't imagine my holiday season without Gourmet recipes. I am still holding out hope that this isn't true and they will save the iconic magazine.
R.I.P Gourmet Magazine
Saturday, October 3, 2009
When life gives you apples, make apple cake!
It's official summer is over and fall is here. With fall comes apple season. My favorite apples are champagne apples from Dixon's Apple farm in New Mexico. You know its fall in New Mexico when you can smell the green chile roasting, and Dixon's apples are for sale.
They are the only orchard that grows champagne apples. Which are green on the outside, but have a sweet crisps taste. I haven't had these apples since I moved away five years ago. But this year my mom sent me a bag full of them.
I LOVE these apples, but there are still too many apples for me and cory to eat by ourselves. So I decided to make apple cake. My grandmother makes awesome apple cake in the fall and it always reminds me of home.
I decided to make one for my friends and I was surprised how easy and tasty the recipe was. What I liked most about this cake is the smell of it while it cooks. It made the whole house smell like warm cinnamon and apples!
I served the cake with fresh made whipped cream and it was a hit with my friends and Cory. In fact Cory has demanded that I make another this week. Since we still have a lot of apples I will be baking another one tomorrow. So even though summer is over and the days are getting shorter. I can pull out some of my favorite fall comfort foods, like chile and apple cake!
They are the only orchard that grows champagne apples. Which are green on the outside, but have a sweet crisps taste. I haven't had these apples since I moved away five years ago. But this year my mom sent me a bag full of them.
I LOVE these apples, but there are still too many apples for me and cory to eat by ourselves. So I decided to make apple cake. My grandmother makes awesome apple cake in the fall and it always reminds me of home.
I decided to make one for my friends and I was surprised how easy and tasty the recipe was. What I liked most about this cake is the smell of it while it cooks. It made the whole house smell like warm cinnamon and apples!
I served the cake with fresh made whipped cream and it was a hit with my friends and Cory. In fact Cory has demanded that I make another this week. Since we still have a lot of apples I will be baking another one tomorrow. So even though summer is over and the days are getting shorter. I can pull out some of my favorite fall comfort foods, like chile and apple cake!
Friday, September 25, 2009
Taste of San Diego
When I travel I like to experience cities through their food. So it would only make sense that when people come to visit me, I show them San Diego through food.
My longtime friend Amanda is coming to town this weekend with her husband and parents. Amanda and Mike have been to San Diego several times. They all ready know all the spots they want to eat at while they are here. Her parents have never really spent time here. So they are excited to taste for themselves all the great food Amanda has been talking about.
They will arrive tomorrow in time for lunch. The first place we are going to go is South Beach bar and grill in OB. Which some would say and I would agree, serve the best fish tacos in San Diego. South Beach is a total dive bar. When you walk in you wouldn't think they severed food, let alone really good food.
Don't let appearances fool you the tacos are outstanding. I took my mother there for the first time this summer and she has not stopped talking about it since. The fish in the tacos is really fresh and then they melt the cheese right on the tortilla, topped with crisp fresh cabbage and this magical yogurt sauce. These taco's are amazing! Paired with a nice cold beer or cocktail and you've got the recipe for a great afternoon and meal with friends.
I am really looking forward to their visit because, whenever they are in town I have a great excuse to eat at some of my favorite San Diego restaurants.
My longtime friend Amanda is coming to town this weekend with her husband and parents. Amanda and Mike have been to San Diego several times. They all ready know all the spots they want to eat at while they are here. Her parents have never really spent time here. So they are excited to taste for themselves all the great food Amanda has been talking about.
They will arrive tomorrow in time for lunch. The first place we are going to go is South Beach bar and grill in OB. Which some would say and I would agree, serve the best fish tacos in San Diego. South Beach is a total dive bar. When you walk in you wouldn't think they severed food, let alone really good food.
Don't let appearances fool you the tacos are outstanding. I took my mother there for the first time this summer and she has not stopped talking about it since. The fish in the tacos is really fresh and then they melt the cheese right on the tortilla, topped with crisp fresh cabbage and this magical yogurt sauce. These taco's are amazing! Paired with a nice cold beer or cocktail and you've got the recipe for a great afternoon and meal with friends.
I am really looking forward to their visit because, whenever they are in town I have a great excuse to eat at some of my favorite San Diego restaurants.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Food TV For the Soul
This week I have been a little under weather. I don't know if I am sick, getting sick or getting over being sick. But whatever is has me at less then an 100%. What makes it worse is I am 800 miles from my family. If I were home and not feeling well my grandfather would make me his famous potato soup with bacon.My mom would bring me dinner and sit with me on the couch.
So whenever I am not feeling well I get really homesick. This afternoon, I did the one thing I thought would make me feel better. I turned on the Food Network. I watched Giada make stuffed shells along with this wonderful looking baked chocolate pudding. Then my favorite show came on the Barefoot Contessa.
Something about Ina Garten's voice just makes me feel better. Watching her pour ingredients into her Kitchen Aide has a calming effect on me. I didn't want the half hour to end. Then Down home with the Neely's came on, Pat and Gina laughing and having fun in the kitchen helped get me out of my funk.
To finish my afternoon of comforting food TV Paula Dean show was on. Today she made chicken fried steak biscuits and gravy! When Paula cooks you can feel the love she puts into each dish and how much she truly loves cooking and eating. Biscuits and gravy are my grandfathers specialty so it was as close to him as I could get today. Food Network was just what the doctor ordered. I can't wait to feel better so I can get in my own kitchen and whip up some comfort food!
So whenever I am not feeling well I get really homesick. This afternoon, I did the one thing I thought would make me feel better. I turned on the Food Network. I watched Giada make stuffed shells along with this wonderful looking baked chocolate pudding. Then my favorite show came on the Barefoot Contessa.
Something about Ina Garten's voice just makes me feel better. Watching her pour ingredients into her Kitchen Aide has a calming effect on me. I didn't want the half hour to end. Then Down home with the Neely's came on, Pat and Gina laughing and having fun in the kitchen helped get me out of my funk.
To finish my afternoon of comforting food TV Paula Dean show was on. Today she made chicken fried steak biscuits and gravy! When Paula cooks you can feel the love she puts into each dish and how much she truly loves cooking and eating. Biscuits and gravy are my grandfathers specialty so it was as close to him as I could get today. Food Network was just what the doctor ordered. I can't wait to feel better so I can get in my own kitchen and whip up some comfort food!
Friday, September 11, 2009
Cooking outside of the box
In an effort to eat healthier, I have been trying to avoid processed food. When it comes to baking I rarely use mixes or pre-made desserts. Last week a friend of mine was telling me how much she likes to make instant pudding for dessert.
It reminded me that I haven’t had chocolate pudding in years. Then this week I came across a recipe for chocolate pudding pie. It was like the universe was telling me I needed to make pudding.
I have never made or eaten pudding that wasn’t from a box or those little snack cups. I watched Martha Stewart make it from scratch once. In true Martha fashion it was complicated. The recipe for the pudding in the pie was pretty simple and funny thing is I had all but two ingredients all ready at home.
As a treat I cooked dinner and made homemade pudding from scratch. I was shocked at how simple pudding is make. The key is to keep whisking it while it’s on the stove until it thickens to make sure you do not get any lumps. I used a really good quality chocolate. The final result was so smooth and decadent. It was the best pudding I have ever had. It was richer and creamer then the stuff in the box. The chocolate flavor was intense. The best part is it only takes 15 minutes and you’ve got a wonderful dessert.
If you want to dress it up for company and you have time. Make some homemade whipped cream and layer in glass with the pudding. This is an easy weeknight dessert and a classic childhood treat. Now that I know how easy it is I will never make pudding from a box again!
It reminded me that I haven’t had chocolate pudding in years. Then this week I came across a recipe for chocolate pudding pie. It was like the universe was telling me I needed to make pudding.
I have never made or eaten pudding that wasn’t from a box or those little snack cups. I watched Martha Stewart make it from scratch once. In true Martha fashion it was complicated. The recipe for the pudding in the pie was pretty simple and funny thing is I had all but two ingredients all ready at home.
As a treat I cooked dinner and made homemade pudding from scratch. I was shocked at how simple pudding is make. The key is to keep whisking it while it’s on the stove until it thickens to make sure you do not get any lumps. I used a really good quality chocolate. The final result was so smooth and decadent. It was the best pudding I have ever had. It was richer and creamer then the stuff in the box. The chocolate flavor was intense. The best part is it only takes 15 minutes and you’ve got a wonderful dessert.
If you want to dress it up for company and you have time. Make some homemade whipped cream and layer in glass with the pudding. This is an easy weeknight dessert and a classic childhood treat. Now that I know how easy it is I will never make pudding from a box again!
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