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…
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The Twinkies Time Tube: A Cream-Filled, Spongy, Yellow Bite of History
Do you remember your first Twinkie? How old you were and how you felt after taking your first moist, sweet, creamy, lusciously spongy bite? No you’re not pathetic…most everyone on the planet remembers! How could we not? They were simply the best things on earth—at the time. Speaking of which, let’s enter the portal and…
“Pop” The Tart, The Past and The Culture
In 1963, Kellogg was experiencing overwhelming success in the cereal market: Fruit Loops were polishing shelves as a bright, colorful addition to breakfast, along with Mini-Wheats and Apple Jacks. Cereal had (and still does have) its merits: it can stay on shelves without spoiling for months on end. Post, Kellogg’s main competitor, hadn’t struck the…
Homemade Mayo in Minutes—Be gone Calcium Disodium EDTA, You are NOT Our Friend!
Ahhh, our beloved condiment–the preferred sandwich spread and base for dipping sauces worldwide. Let’s rethink things, shall we? Make you own, you say? YES!! Homemade mayo is much easier to prepare than you think! I got creative after deciding not to pay $5 for the dwindling 30 ounce (once 36 ounce) jar of the “Best.” Not…
It’s Guest Chef Wednesday! Today, Mexican Picadillo Stuffed Peppers!
It’s Guest Chef Wednesday! This recipe was inspired by our dear friend and Once Upon a Spice follower, Jana Young Baron. These peppers provide a Mexican twist to traditional stuffed pepper recipes. Tangy, pungent, savory, slightly spicy and extremely satisfying! These luscious, Mexican inspired green orbs are sure to be a welcomed addition to your…
Pie: America’s Top 10 Favorites
Today’s Blog is straight up, plain and simple. A list of America’s Top 10 Favorite pies: In descending order. While I tend to agree with this poll, tomorrow’s blog will be devoted to my personal favorite—which didn’t make the cut, but will not be denied! 🙂 Ten Nine Eight Seven Six …
Pie, Oh My! Bet You Can’t Eat Just One! A Pocket Full of Info…
Apple, blueberry, peach and lemon, savory, hand or even Pop tarts! Pie is what happens when pastry meets filling. Pie can be closed, open, small, large, savory or sweet. The basic concept of pies and tarts has changed little throughout the ages. Cooking methods (baked or fried in ancient hearths, portable colonial/pioneer Dutch ovens, modern…
Easy as Pie? Pie Crust 101– The Crust of it All; 10 Tips to Persistant Pie Perfection
Want to make pies like Grandma used to make? As we know, tender flaky crust is the foundation of all good pies. It will make or break the flavors of any incredible sweet or savory filling. Follow these ten tips and you will never cut into a rock hard or rubbery crust ever again. As easy…
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.
Home-Grown Vanilla Moonshine (Extract)–Naturally Pure & Simple!
Photo Source: Liv Life What is more pure and economical than “homemade?” By making your own “anything” you are placing a part of yourself into your creation. We’ve all heard the term “made with love.” So, when you prepare your creations you are indeed infusing it with your own personal energy! Speaking of “infusions” here’s a…
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