Have you ever questioned yourself as a parent? You can only imagine with four children how many times I have! Our latest challenge had to do with following through with our commitment. We try to teach our children that once you sign for something, you follow through with your commitment. Not every season will be…
Holidays
Chai Thai Meatballs | #SaucySuperBowl #SundaySupper
We are a true Football Family. It’s in our blood. We breath it, live it, dream it and eat it! Our daughter is a cheerleader and all 3 boys play Football. Ron is a die hard Football Coach. Not only does he love coaching our boys, he just loves coaching! For families like ours,…
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…
Reinventing Thanksgiving Leftovers into a Casserole #SundaySupper
This was truly a Special Thanksgiving. I am thankful that Alexandra came home from College, we spent the day with amazing friends, my parents are both still here to share Holidays with us…. and my kids begged me to go shopping with them on Black Friday. We…
Flan and Candied Raspberries Holiday Dessert
At our home. It’s not a Holiday unless we have Flan Pudding. This is a very traditional recipe that Vo-Vo loves to makes. She is so good at it…that honestly no one can make it quite as good as her. If you have never had Flan, you have no idea what you are missing. It…
