Category Archives: Starters

Hot Parmesan-Artichoke Dip. Cool New Music From Tunng.

This video cracks me up. I love warm artichoke dips. I’ve shared recipes for this super cheesy version, this one with spinach, bacon and pimiento and this feta packed one. Today’s Hot Parmesan-Artichoke Dip is the simplest of them all. … Continue reading

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Stand And De–Liver. As In Velvety Liver Parfait.

Last in the series of Duck videos. So cute. (Viral, so I’m sure you’ve probably seen it already.) If you are a paté person, you will be all over this ultra smooth, rich and flavorful version. Even if you think … Continue reading

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Warm Artichoke Dip

I’m currently wrapping up a weekend getaway to Ireland. This video was filmed in Dublin. Pretty funny. Warm Artichoke Dip. Yum. This is an extremely good version that is jam packed loaded with cheese. Warm Artichoke Dip Ingredients: 8 ounces … Continue reading

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Apricots Stuffed With Basil Goat Cheese And Marcona Almonds. And A Proper Love Song.

So, today is my 19th wedding anniversary. Hard to believe given that I find it hard to think I can possibly be old enough to have been married that long. Thankfully, nothing dramatic happened at my wedding. Some of these … Continue reading

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Provolone And Pepperoni Baby Quiches. Cool Song From The Maginot Band.

You’ll definitely be in the mood for these baby quiches. This is one of my favorite party recipes. Bite sized morsels of deliciousness that can be made well ahead and frozen until party time. My favorite combination is provolone and … Continue reading

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Spanish Fig Cake (Pan de Higo)

Friday’s entertainment is pretty funny. That last part is a real scream. It is totally unrelated to today’s recipe. But, this is. This artisanal fig cake is a specialty of Jaen in Andalusia, Spain. I went to a Bullfight in … Continue reading

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Buffalo-Style Chicken Chili Dip. Hot New Music from The Wolfnotes.

Smoked Paprika. Smokers. Dip. Double dip. And you know what? That’s it. I was going to do some Buffalo related video, but the search revealed buffaloes mating and dumping. The latter’s caption was “Funny Shit Happens.” No. Not going to … Continue reading

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Summer Appetizer Cooking Class At The Essex Culinary Resort

I am enjoying a lovely, wee get away to The Essex Culinary Resort & Spa in Essex Junction, Vermont. Yesterday I had a massage, which was totally indulgent, but Monday afternoon I went to a cooking class, which was FANTASTIC … Continue reading

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Cheers To The Vinyl Villain. Penne With Vodka Sauce.

Welcome Back, JC! This post is dedicated to a friend of mine who writes one of my favorite blogs and the first music blog I ever read, The Vinyl Villain. Jim took a wee blogging break and is back today. … Continue reading

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Layered Mediterranean Dip. Dip Into A Fun Song From Pugwash.

Here’s a dippy cartoon. Pretty funny. Here’s a dippy recipe. The vibrant flavors in this Mediterranean Dip are fantastic for summer entertaining. Bonus is that it makes a lot. Layered Mediterranean Dip Ingredients: Hummus (If you want to make your … Continue reading

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