It’s easy to get caught up in the search for the latest and greatest of everything. Why wouldn’t we? We’re in the 21st Century–we have so much available to us that we should be taking advantage of. Why settle for less? There’s always something better, faster, smarter, sharper, sleeker out there–new, new, new! Sometimes, however, … [Read more…]
Last week, I ventured into the new territory of making caramel candies–Apple Cider Caramels, to be exact. The experience taught me two things: leave yourself plenty of time and never underestimate the value of paying for pre-cut candy wrappers. I’m not entirely new to caramel, however. I used to sell a nationally-known food brand at … [Read more…]
I don’t ring in the new year with resolutions. Why save them up for one day a year? Instead, I’m constantly re-inventing myself, trying to figure out who I am and what I need to do to be happy. Sometimes, that means going to the gym four times a week, working out my frustration on … [Read more…]
Last month, when Big Y was offering their Buy 1 Get 2 Free sale on apple cider, I stocked up and decided to reduce some of that deliciousness into a concentrate for future use. I had no particular plans for it at the time–just felt that it was something I had to do, even though … [Read more…]
Remember when I said I have a bit of a baking addiction? Yeah… 3 days into the winter break and I have made: vanilla wafers, graham crackers, marshmallows, Captain Morgan coconut fudge, banana coffee cake with chocolate chip streusel, and the brioche dough for banana bourbon cinnamon rolls. Plus frozen chocolate covered banana bites for … [Read more…]