The 3 Balances of Holiday Menu Planning
The 3 B’s of BalanceI have learned over the years, that when crafting a menu, there needs to be balance. A balance in flavors, nutritional values and overall ingredients. This holds true for specific dishes as well. Take for instance one of my past Christmas buffet menus: It took me a couple of days to hone […]
Continue readingMaking Heartwarming Soups
SoupstockSoupWhether you are coming in from the chill of the autumn air a snow shower or a spring rain a bowl of soup can be such a satisfying warming for your body. The idea of a hearty bowl of tomato, chicken noodle or rich cream of broccoli brings comforting thoughts. While the satisfying thoughts of a […]
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Wile E. Coyote and Catch-22 (a Steve Orr scripture reflection) “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” —Annie Dillard, The Writing LifeBy: Steve OrrHow’s your life going? Does it sometimes feel like you’re Wile E. Coyote in the Road Runner cartoons? The poor guy just can’t win. No matter what […]
Continue reading5 Best Vacation Spots in North America
For many reading this adventurous guide, these places will be a stone’s throw away for you, but for others who are longing to do a spot of traveling, here are the top 5 reasons to hop on a plane right now and hit these vacation spots. We soak in some of the most beautiful places […]
Continue readingWow, St. Patricks Day – Erin Go Bragh
St. Patrick’s Day St. Patrick’s DayErin Go Bragh (Braugh), (Eirinn go Brach in Irish language) is the saying that you might hear often around St. Patrick’s day. In Ireland it is likely you will hear it more frequently. Yes, this common saying is the allegiance cry for the Irish, “Ireland Forever and its people”. A […]
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