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Harvest Blend is BACK!

If you attend my cooking classes you have probably already tried and loved Trader Joe’s Harvest Blend tea.  I serve it often and always over ice.  This is my favorite tea but is only available during harvest season.  Swing by … Continue reading

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Paris is a dream…Come sip with me!

Ooh La La!  Elegant French inspired Fleur De Lis Martini.  This sophisticated beverage is ripe with fresh grapefruit and its effervescence is ode to the champagne.  Invite friends to enjoy a few tonight! Register for my 2017 and 2018 A … Continue reading

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Sneak Peek at Wine Dinner

Wine dinner TONIGHT! It’s a busy day preparing for a 5 course tasting menu in just a few hours.  I was thrilled to be invited by Grapefest to participate in the dinners leading up to the Grapefest celebration, starting on … Continue reading

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Strategies to FEED your family

Feeding your family night after night can be daunting.  I’m sharing a trick used in my kitchen for years; Cook Once, Eat Twice.  Another way to look at it is Planned Overs!  Cook extra protein and reserve it for another evening … Continue reading

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Crispy 5 Greens Salad

Summer has arrived!  During the warmer months it’s natural to crave crisp, crunchy, fresh from the garden goodness.  5 Greens Salad was one of my favorite creations in 2015.  Even the children loved it in cooking school last last year! … Continue reading

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A Taste of Dallas Saturday

Looking for something tasty to do this weekend?  How about a visit to A Taste of Dallas at Fair park.  The event runs from 11:00-11:00 on Saturday and 11:00-8:00 on Sunday. I will be cooking and sampling one of my … Continue reading

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Summer is Almost HERE!

Another school year is officially winding down. What will the children do all summer?  I suggest spending some time together in the kitchen.  Kids need to learn to cook to successfully go out on their own and take excellent care … Continue reading

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French Tarts on Eye Opener

  French Tarts are the original one pot wonder and an elegant way to use leftovers!  Tune in to Eye Opener on CW33 Tuesday morning between 5:00-7:00am to see me make Quiche Lorraine and a simple dessert tart stuffed with … Continue reading

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We Are Taking OFF for A Taste of Paris 2016!

Months of planning and preparation have finally given way to our departure!  10 of us will embark on a boutique trip of a lifetime and I for one have been too excited to sleep.  It is pure joy for me … Continue reading

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French Food on FOX 4

French Food does not have to be fussy!  You can make Chicken Fricassee in the Crock Pot.  Cook extra chicken and you will have the fixings for a second meal that is dripping with goodness.  For more fabulous French Inspiration check out A Taste of Paris(TM)  Crock Pot … Continue reading

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