Our Mother’s Day lunch includes an entree called “Raspberry Chicken Salad” that is always popular at women’s parties. Not only is it delicious, but it is very pretty. We paired the chicken salad with a spring mix salad tossed in a raspberry vinaigrette. A nut bread tea sandwich finishes this lovely plate. The sandwich is […]
Easter Dinner
After snacking on Easter-colored deviled eggs and delicious cheese ball shaped to look like carrots, the adults were treated to traditional Glazed Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Layered Gelatin Trifle, Spinach Strawberry Salad, an Easter basket filled with cut, fresh vegetables and homemade rolls. (Notice the butter molded into pretty flowers!) COLORED DEVILED EGGS Twelve […]
Easter Children’s Buffet
This Easter, our kids are treated to flower-shaped sandwiches filled with egg salad, bunny-shaped ham and cheese sandwiches, a veggie tray that looks like a carrot, fruit and peep skewers; and “peep” deviled eggs. EGG SALAD SANDWICHES 10 hard boiled eggs, peeled (peeling them while they are still hot makes the shells easier to remove) and […]
Easter Desserts
Our favorite part of any event is dessert! Easter, is certainly no exception. This Easter, our dessert buffet includes several delicious selections to satisfy any sweet tooth. We adore this beautiful cake. The cake itself is similar to a pound cake in its texture and is perfectly complemented with a delicious raspberry layer. Lemon-flavored buttercream […]
March Magic of the Month – 5 Incredibly Simple and Delicious Meals
I may be alone in this but I often find myself at a complete loss on what to make for dinner. It’s often just my husband and me and – those who know me well – know that much of the time we just opt for a restaurant! But then I feel guilty because surely […]
Hodge Podge Dip
Because Dawn had the great privilege of working with my mom – Mama Bear – for many years, she has wonderful memories and many lessons learned. I asked her to share this recipe with all of you. This is another recipe that I will cherish from Mama Bear. On the many days of catering or baking, Barb […]
Two Peas in a Pod – Recipes for a Twin Baby Shower
If you haven’t checked out the fun pictures from this shower, take a look at Experience the Fairytale. Dawn put on an awesome shower for her daughter, Nicole, who was pregnant with twins! She designed the recipes around children’s storybooks. What a great idea… DEVILED STRAWBERRIES (“Strawberry Shortcake”) 1 8-ounce block of cream cheese 1/2 […]
December Magic of the Month – Delicious Holiday Pies
Mama Bear’s specialty was her handmade pies. Her recipes came from her mom, her grandmother and others. Her pies won awards, won accolades from her friends, family and customers, and just made people happy! Dawn and I are proud to carry on her tradition during the holidays. This month, we’re featuring some of our favorites. […]
November Magic of the Month – Soups to Warm the Heart!
We are right in the middle of my favorite season – autumn! All the leaves have pretty much fallen on the ground and winter feels very near. As I write this, there is a fresh coat of snow on the ground. It looks like it may be another rough winter. However, I’m one of those […]
Luau Recipes
We tried a lot of delicious recipes for our recent luau. Here are some of the highlights: “PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL” A classic cheese ball recipe with pineapple made this a perfect Hawaiian appetizer. Served with crackers, it was gone before we knew it! 2 8-ounce blocks cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded […]