I’ve done the research, looked at the recipe’s, weeded out the superfluous, and come up with the top suggestions for this years’ Super Bowl Party. I’m not afraid, I’m not healthy, and I’m ready to eat.
The Dips
Speedy Homemade Salsa

Salsa needs to be made in advance! Make it the day before and let it settle in [...]

What’s the difference anyway?
I would look at it in terms of a main dish (spaghetti sauce) vs. a side dish (pizza sauce). When you order Spaghetti or any type of pasta with a red sauce the featured ingredient is the sauce, this is where the flavor of the dish comes from, depending on your taste [...]

73 inspiring Thanksgiving recipes to spice up your table this year.

Lively new restaurant/pub in Old Towne Orange has terrific comfort food and a wide selection of good beers to choose from.

The Frog’s Breath Cheese Shop is a the absolute perfect alternative to ‘grabbing a drink before dinner.’ You can hang out for an hour, taste a variety of wines, nibble on some cheese and then head out for the rest of your evening.

 
I hadn’t planned to blog about our one-night stay at the St. Regis, but along the way some things happened that I thought were worth sharing.  Here’s how our trip happened.  We did a back-to-back stay at 2 Starwood hotels and got a free night at any Starwood on a weekend night. Woo hoo!!
Chris (my hubb) [...]

A quick and wonderful weekend away to Napa. Wine, food, fun and lots of good spirits and flavors to inspire even the novice in wine and food.

Downtown Santa Ana is a hot little spot if you’re looking for a fun place to go with friends for dinner and drinks. The vibe is artsy, there are a few good restaurants and it’s just a fun place to hang out.