Eggs Real Butter-salted (not margarine!) Cheese my favs are: Shredded Sharp Cheddar (not mild, sharp) Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (and not in the classic green shaker), get the good stuff! Shredded Swiss a hunk of Gruyere Sharp Cheddar Slices (I can’t get enough of the Cracker Barrel slices, I am obsessed) Your favorite juice maybe Orange Juice, […]
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February 2nd, 2018Blushing Mimosa
November 26th, 2017Makes 1 glass. Fill 1/3 of glass (use a champagne flute) with chilled orange juice (no pulp). Add 1/3 of glass with chilled cranberry juice. (Your flute should now be 2/3 filled with an equal combination of both juices) Top off with Chilled Champagne. Float a few cranberries in glass or add an orange […]
Read MoreCaramel Apple Sangria
October 31st, 2017Caramel Apple Sangria Makes 12 servings 1 liter bottle of white wine 8 cups fresh apple cider 1 cup caramel vodka 4-5 apples, chopped 1/4 cup caramel syrup Place chopped apples in the bottom of a large pitcher. Drizzle the caramel syrup over top. Add white wine, apple cider and vodka, then stir […]
Read MoreHoney is so sweet!
October 14th, 2016Want a sweet idea for your wedding favors? What about local honey? The bees at Cox Arboretum have been very “buzzy” making honey. These jars are available for purchase at Cox Arboretum for $6.00 a jar. This is delicious, pure Ohio honey with a gorgeous light amber color. Make your jars of honey do double-duty. […]
Read MoreHost a “Stock your Bar” Shower
September 29th, 2016This is a perfect co-ed shower. Invite your closest pals-guys and gals. Ideas to put on your registry: Red Wine Glasses White Wine Glasses Pilsner Glasses Martini Glasses Rocks Glasses Cocktail Shaker Strainer Corkscrew/Wine Opener Coasters Fun Cocktail Napkins Ice Bucket Cheese board Cheese Plane Small Tongs Cute crystal or pottery bowls for nuts, […]
Read More2 Fall Sangria Recipes
September 27th, 2016Here are 2 yummy Fall Sangria Recipes. Bourbon Apple Sangria Yield: Makes 4 to 5 drinks Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Ingredients: 1 large red delicious apple, sliced thinly 1 large granny smith apple, sliced thinly 1 large yellow apple, sliced thinly 1 cup apple juice 1/4 cup bourbon 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2-12 […]
Read MoreThrow A Mexican Fiesta!
September 21st, 2016Décor Ideas: Fun, Bright Colors: Yellow, Lime Green, Raspberry, Royal Blue, & Orange. Mexican blankets make a great table runner. Piñatas make an easy, wonderful centerpiece. For a twist, spray paint them a solid color. Gold looks great! Oversized margarita glasses, fill with lemons/limes (real or fake), add a straw. Sombreros make a very easy […]
Read MoreAnniversary Gift Ideas (items you can find in/and around the Dayton, Ohio Area!)
September 19th, 20161st Year: Paper Paper Tickets to a Dayton Dragon’s Game, a show at the Schuster Center/ Victoria Theater, or to a Movie, personalized stationary, subscription to favorite magazine 2nd Year: Cotton Egyptian Cotton Sheets (high thread count), Cotton Candy Machine, Hammock 3rd Year: Leather Belt, Wallet, Purse, ice skates, shoes 4th Year: […]
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