Looking for a pumpkin bread like grandma used to make? Look no further. This tried and true recipe is over 50 years old and has stood the test of time.…

Inspired by Ina Garten’s large vat of homemade vanilla extract, I decided to start my own vanilla bean extract and see the difference for myself. According to Ina, homemade vanilla…

In a meat and potatoes household, these loaded baked potatoes make for a quick weeknight meal with little to no clean up – especially if you made the chili the…

This hearty chili is stick to your ribs delicious and just plain awesome! Perfect for those comfort food nights, game day fare and large family gatherings. This is exactly how…

It’s still summer in south Florida, but I’m thinking crisp air, fall leaves and welcoming fall in my mind with this delicious bundt cake. I mean, what’s not to love…

There’s something magical about giving a recipe the respect it deserves and cooking it properly to transform simple ingredients into a spectacular dish. Pasta Alla Norma is such a recipe.…

Peanut butter and chocolate is a heavenly combination and these bars are divine! You get the creamy cheesecake texture with swirls of peanut butter chocolate goodness weaving throughout with the…

It never really gets cold here in south Florida. It’s hard to believe that while it’s snowing today in some parts of the country, our weather is 91°F with a…

Shut the front door! This Pad Thai is so d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s, it might just become my new favorite go to weeknight meal. It literally comes together in under 5 minutes and…

Halloween is a holiday with a flare for fantasy and make-believe. Everything about it screams of things that scare us and excite us simultaneously. That same spirit and creativity should…

Are these not the cutest cinnamon sugar puff pastry broomsticks? Think Palmier cookies… crisp, flaky puff pastry coated in cinnamon sugar and baked to perfection! My inspiration for these sweet…

These are just plain cute, easy to make and a crowd favorite. I mean, who doesn’t love hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls? These have a light egg wash and…

Every Halloween party need a spooky cocktail. This one is made with fresh blackberries so I knew I would love it. How can you go wrong with fresh blackberries, rosemary…

This is the most macabre Halloween food item I’ve ever made. These intestines look so real it’s hard to cut sections off and dip in marinara sauce! I modeled them…

Insanely wicked and creamy, these Cyclops Eyeballs are hard to stare at (pun intended) and difficult to stop eating once you pop one in your mouth. Who doesn’t love sweetened…

Every time I go to NYC, I stop at Magnolia Bakery in the West Village. It’s a must stop, like going to Central Park. Since 1996, they have been baking…

The childhood witch of my nightmares was a combination of The Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz and the witch from Hansel and Gretel, courtesy of…

These cute little cheesecakes won’t scare anyone away. They are as delicious as their namesake and the perfect grab and go for your party or your cheesecake lover this fall!…

This old traditional Cuban dessert was my grandfather’s favorite. He would often ask mom to make him a batch just for him (so much for sharing). I have such fond…

I’ve had this little orange cabinet for about 25 years. It became a dedicated dog cabinet when Molly Ann, our Maltese, joined our family in 2002. Molly crossed over the…

This summer I embarked on a COVID-home-remodeling-project; in part to stay busy and, if I’m being honest, the house needed a pick-me-up. While I have various DIY projects, this post…

I purchased these beautiful Elana Collection Nesting Tables from Pier 1 Imports online during their liquidation sale at a great price. This table matches a beautiful mirrored tray I already…

These Cuban pork pinchos (kebabs) are amazing! What makes this a Cuban pincho? The sour orange! Sour oranges have a unique and distinct citrusy, sweet and sour flavor for an…

Sour Orange (aka Seville Orange and Bitter Orange) is widely available throughout the Caribbean and south Florida. This orange is strictly for cooking, you wouldn’t want to drink it. It’s…

This cake is an old-fashioned cake, just like grandma used to make. It’s moist and sweet with a buttery icing that makes it irresistible. I love how simple it is…

Decorating a table for any event always makes the event extra special and sets the party spirit! This year our traditional BBQ pool party with family was scratched due to…

This is a delicious dessert inspired by one I had a few years ago at Filomena’s in Washington D.C. Three vanilla pizzelle cookies between layers of cannoli filling, Nutella, salty…

Trying to eat more plant-based foods or you need to cut back on red meat, but still want to enjoy a burger? Well, this is the vegetarian meatless option you…

A bright tropical twist to a Classic Margarita that’s easy to make and refreshingly delicious. Pairs very well with tropical and Caribbean foods and flavors.

We just started stone fruit season and peaches are abundant everywhere. They are so delicious and versatile in both sweet and savory dishes! Check out my Grilled Peaches, Prosciutto, Burrata…