Life Experiences may change us, but it starts and ends with Family… Most of you will recall I started my blog the day after my oldest left for college. Although we have had 18 years to prepare for this day, I don’t think that any Mother is ever truly prepared for the day they drop…
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Crispy Unstuffed, Stuffed Porkchops #SundaySupper
Our family loves this time of year. For a football family like us, this is the time of year that we thrive on. It’s playoff time! The boys and Ron were glued to the TV all day Sunday. Now, you all know how I feel about Sunday Supper. Just because it’s football season doesn’t mean…
Watermelon Salad with Mint Leaves
Today I am re-posting one of my first posts ever….. Why I love Paula Deen. I am thinking of her because she is in the news this week even more than ever. She was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. As with anyone who is in the “limelight” there are always lovers and there are…
Shrimp & Grits, Stuffed Peppers, Chicken Divan #SundaySupper
Humor has a way of bringing people together. ~Ron Dentinger It is said that Families that share dinner together share more laughter. It is so true at our home. We share more laughs Around the Family Table than anywhere else. #SundaySupper is always a time for jokes and laughter. Three of the funniest people I know…
Wonton Appetizers | Reinventing leftovers
I am one of those people that has a terrible fear every time I entertain. I have had this fear for a very long time. Probably since the first time I invited friends over when first out of college. That fear is, that I am going to run out of food. I have this tendency…
Shrimp Bisque in Puff Pastry #SundaySupper
This was no ordinary Sunday Supper. After all, it was Christmas Day. I love, love, love planning our Christmas Menu and it wouldn’t be complete without our traditional Shrimp Bisque in Puff Pastry. Although, I have to admit, there really isn’t much to plan. We have our traditional meal and very rarely deviate. Sure we…
Bolo Rei Portuguese King Cake
It wouldn’t be Christmas in Portugal without a Bolo Rei Around the Family Table. Some will even go as far saying there is no Christmas without Bolo Rei. This Bolo Rei Portuguese King Cake Recipe has been in our family for generations. We look forward to making it every year in preparation for the Holidays….
Do you love to bake or cook? Inspired by @hersheyskisses #cookiehq I baked Cookies for Santa
They say “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” In my case, it really did! My Mom loves to bake. She is an amazing baker and you can see her recipes under VoVo’s Cozinha. Me, not so much. While I love to cook and create recipes, I am not so enthused about baking. I…
What is the perfect holiday gift for teachers?
At this same time every year, I find myself wondering what is the perfect holiday gift for teachers? Teachers are one of the greatest people that can impact our children’s lives. They give selflessly and no matter what we do, it just doesn’t seem enough. This question is not so difficult in the younger years…
Filhozes Portuguese Doughnuts
My Mom is a true baker. She is passionate about her desserts. You will never stop by her house without having some type of homemade delicacy waiting for you. I literally mean, never! My Dad has such a sweet tooth and he loves this traditional delicacy, Filhozes, Portuguese Doughnuts. My kids will tell you that…
