Sometimes a Girl Just Needs a Tea Party

by Evin // March 26, 2015 // No Comments

You know how some people are with occasionally just needing a good stiff drink? Well, I’m that way about a tea party. Occasionally, I just need one. For whatever reason, the festivities revive my spirit, especially when I’m the only... Continue reading →

Food Styling for Goodall’s A Modern Irish Cookbook

by Evin // March 16, 2015 // 1 Comment

Over two years ago, I was part of an amazing project, A Modern Irish Cookbook by Goodall’s. The plan was simple, invite the food bloggers in Ireland submit one recipe and a photo for consideration and the top 50 recipes that... Continue reading →

Dark Chocolate Painted Pretzel Twigs

by Evin // February 12, 2015 // No Comments

Salty and sweet can be such a lovely flavour combination, so I thought I’d try to make my own chocolate-drizzled pretzels. And since they make such a fun gift, I am sharing the recipe here with step-by-step photos. You may... Continue reading →

Super Bowl Dips That Make Everyone a Winner

by Evin // January 29, 2015 // No Comments

This weekend marks the 39th Superbowl game. The groundhog may have been able to predict the weather, but no one can predict who will win the match on Sunday. To pay homage to the New England Patriots and to the Philadelphia Eagles, I thought it would be fitting for this column’s premiere to focus on Superbowl food! These recipes are easy to prepare and ideal for eating while you and your friends are watching the football game. There are two slightly spicy dishes and one dessert, for a sweet finish no matter who wins the game. The Jalapeño Poppers are green and white for the Eagles. The Cheese and Salsa Dip is served with red and blue tortilla chips for the Patriots. The Chocolate Icebox Pie is a delicious blend of flavors that cheers for both teams. All three dishes can be prepared partially in advance, with minimal work on game day. Continue reading →

Brussels Sprouts with Dill Butter

by Evin // January 26, 2015 // No Comments

For Christmas dinner, my friend Sue made her usual Brussels sprouts and I remembered why it’s my favourite vegetable. So, I wanted to share a link to the recipe she uses and post a few photos I took on Christmas... Continue reading →

Dijon Brussels Sprouts

by Evin // January 15, 2015 // No Comments

Back in 1994, my Dad surprised me by cooking the entire Thanksgiving dinner from scratch by himself. Armed with just a Julia Child cookbook and fortified with hours of watching the Food Network, my engineer-minded Dad made magic happen in the... Continue reading →

Candy Cane Fudge Recipe

by Evin // December 26, 2014 // No Comments

If you’re thinking, “Why did I buy the big box of candy canes?”, I’m here to help you. You can crush them to make my Candy Cane Fudge Recipe. This is also a lovely gift if you’re going to a... Continue reading →

Tasty Treats for Holidays, Parties, or Binge Watching TV

by Evin // December 23, 2014 // No Comments

How is it already nearly Christmas Eve? I’m putting the last few touches on our holiday, our home, and our gifts. So with the real work done, I get to focus on the last-minute items like baking! Since my son... Continue reading →

Thanksgiving as an Expat in Ireland

by Evin // November 26, 2014 // 5 Comments

Today, I opened up in the Irish Examiner about my experience as an American celebrating Thanksgiving in Ireland. An ocean apart from family, the next five weeks are the hardest for most expats, especially myself. But go read the article.... Continue reading →

Sweet Potato & Pecan Bake

by Evin // November 26, 2014 // 2 Comments

This recipe was introduced to my family years and years ago. It was the year we got the Food Network at my parents’ house and my Dad took to watching the programs. He also was watching Julia Child on PBS.... Continue reading →

Bake Knit Sew over at FQ and Then Some

by Evin // November 19, 2014 // No Comments

Today’s blog tour post is over with Kate at Fenn’s Quay and Then Some. She is a chefess and restaurant owner who blogs about food and all the mouth-watering dishes she makes along the way. Literally, along the way since she... Continue reading →

Snickerdoodling with Tanis Gray

by Evin // November 18, 2014 // No Comments

After two years of admiring Tanis Gray‘s designs, reading her blog, and stalking her from afar on Ravelry, I was bowled over to discover she was a fan of my blog. So, after the initial shock, it made sense. She... Continue reading →

Pretending it is Springtime with Garlicky Asparagus

by Evin // November 4, 2014 // No Comments

There is nothing more quintessentially spring than asparagus (or Crocus buds or Daffodils) so when Winter is looming on my doorstep I retreat to Spring foods to make me feel warm from the inside out. Roast Asparagus Spears can be a pleasant... Continue reading →

Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix and Homemade Food Gifts

by Evin // October 10, 2014 // No Comments

A tasty treat plus thoughtful wrapping and you have a gift that may end up being the most memorable of the year. Here are a few ideas for edible gifts and a recipe for homemade hot chocolate mix. May your... Continue reading →

Blueberry Rice Pudding

by Evin // September 17, 2014 // 2 Comments

With chillier days outnumbering the warm ones, it seemed like a nice time to do some more comfort recipes. This is a dairy loving take on rice pudding. But if you are vegan or lactose intolerant, you’ll want to check out... Continue reading →

Sweet and Seedy Porridge with Local Honey

by Evin // September 10, 2014 // No Comments

I love porridge (aka oatmeal) for breakfast or even a snack. Which explains why I am just a little delighted that Autumn weather is breezing into my life with a slight chill in the air. What better way to apologise to... Continue reading →

Bread Pudding for One

by Evin // September 9, 2014 // No Comments

Last week was my wedding anniversary, so I thought it would be fun to post a recipe for a single-serving dessert. A nice reminder of how the sweeter things in life can be enjoyed alone or with someone else. This... Continue reading →

My Favorite Home Grown Tomato Recipes

by Evin // August 27, 2014 // 1 Comment

Home grown tomatoes or even those grown at your local farm have a succulent and sweet quality that make any dish feel like something steeped in the flavors of summer - even when it's nearly autumn. Two relatively quick and fairly easy recipes are my favorite soup that my mom makes, Julia's Gazpacho, and Angel's Broiled Tomatoes. Both are lovely side dishes or starters or can be a light lunch when paired with fresh mozzarella and a baguette. Continue reading →

Pascale’s Couscous Salad

by Evin // August 22, 2014 // No Comments

While visiting friends in Normandy, our taste buds were delighted by a refreshing salad that truly was from the garden. My favorite thing about it is that you can prepare it ahead of time and serve it fresh from the... Continue reading →