Monthly Archives: February 2015

Rich chocolate treat for my Valentine

If I had a single flower for every time I think of you, I could walk forever in my garden. ~Claudia Adrienne Grandi There are so many ways to express love for someone.  There are the gifts of flowers, candy, … Continue reading

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A Banana Bread, Peanut Butter Cookie, Baked Bean Day

For nine years neighbors have gathered to compete in the “Torrey Pines Butt Kicking Chili Cook-off” Competition.  But like so many traditions this one was nearing its end.  During those nine years more than 100 chilis had been offered up … Continue reading

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One foot in the kitchen, one foot on the road

It seems as though I no sooner get my feet firmly planted in my kitchen than I am on the road again. After completing an amazing trans-Atlantic trip last fall and spending time with family in Virginia for the holidays, … Continue reading

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