Holidays are a much desired and needed opportunity for all of u to relax, enjoy food and spend time with our families. However, many people struggle to get back on track after the huge feasting (sometimes, for days), and if you are looking for easy ways to restore your system and feel light again, here […]…
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Guest Chef Wednesday! Bret Clark’s Amazing Creole Jambalaya
Today, staying in the Creole theme, we are offering Bret Clark’s Incredible Jambalaya! I simply love the personal touches of a wonderful Chef! Read on… For those of you not aware, Jambalaya was originally created in Louisiana and its origin is actually Spanish paella. Jambalaya is traditionally made in three parts; with meat, seafood and…
The Versatile Blogger Award–Thanks and Nominations
In the month of May, I was nominated for the Versatile Blogger award by fellow blogger and now Internet friend, Cheyenne Jackson of Vintage Ghosts. Thank you so much for the nod, Cheyenne! Her blog is filled with wonderful recipes, food information, tips and more! I really look forward to reading each of her offerings….
Stylish S’Mores Cupcakes
Today’s recipe is my cupcake version of S’Mores with an elegant twist. Sweet, dense but moist, buttery, graham cakes filled with creamy marshmallow centers, topped with milk chocolate marshmallow butter cream frosting. Delightful with a capital “D”! They’re fun to make, a little involved, but home made is always worth the effort. S’Mores cuppies are…
The Beauty Behind “Once Upon a Spice”
Today, I would like to introduce Pastel Artist and Illustrator Pamela Jaffe from Potomac Falls, Virginia and the Once Upon a Spice family! Pamela created our portrait and logo (displayed) and is currently working with Chef Lana to fashion the illustrations for our upcoming cookbook! We are all so excited to have her on our…
The Day of Memories…
“Memorial Day” The day of Remembrance, Reflection & Relaxation. In tribute to those loved and lost. God Bless Our Armed Services, past, present and future. You are respected, remembered and loved. May you walk in safety love, honor and peace. Today, the Kitchen is Closed and will resume operations in the morning.
Wednesday’s Guest Chefs and Our Recipes: Follower’s Critiques and Photos
Wednesday’s blogs are now dedicated to Guest Chefs and also pictures and comments of Once Upon a Spice’s recipes prepared by our friends, family & followers! If you are interested in becoming a Guest Chef or have photos and comments about our recipes you have prepared, please contact me for details and share your love…
The Roman Spring of Ms., Mrs., Mr….? Un Piccolo (a bit) of info on “An Italian Spring”
Spring is a fantastic time to travel in Italy. Temperatures warm up, flowers are in bloom, and there are fewer tourists than in summer. Here’s a look at what Italy has to offer in spring. Why Travel to Italy in Spring? Beat the heat and tourist crowds of summer. Find reasonable airfares and hotel prices….
Shamrocks? 4-Leaf Clovers? There is a Difference!
According to St. Patrick’s Day lore, Patrick used the “three” leaves of a shamrock to explain the holy trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Today, St. Patrick’s Day revelers wear a shamrock out of tradition; the people of Ireland, here in the U.S and “across the pond,” wear an authentic shamrock for…
The Spirit of Life? You decide!
The American Indians called it “Firewater” the French, “Espirit” the spirit of life. Latin’s “Spiritus” to breathe, a slow breath, Irish Whiskey uisce beatha (“Water of Life” in Gaelic) prononced Ish Ka Ba Ha… Alchemists regarded distillation as extracting the spirit of the substance, in the sense of the essence. Since it came out as invisible…