• Crispy Tender Roast Potatoes

    Crispy tender roast potatoes are the kind of versatile side you can enjoy for breakfast as much as you will for dinner! Does this ever happen to you? You’re staring at the pantry, wondering what sort of side to make with your steak, or chicken, or whatever, when you notice…

  • Easy Enchiladas

    These easy enchiladas are quick to make and can feed a crowd. There are some dishes I’ll claim to be authentic with, and others where I’ll admit that I’ve taken liberties. Last night’s dinner? I call them “enchiladas” but anyone from Mexico, where they originated, would probably laugh at my…

  • Out and About: Jaleo Bethesda

    It all started with a tweet. I don’t remember the exact phrasing of those 140 characters, but I do remember these words were included: Jaleo, Tapas, Tweet Up and Informal. My thought? I’m. So. There. The group for the Totally Informal #DCTweetUP on February 11, 2011, was laboriously lovingly casually…

  • Musings: The Requisite V-Day Post

    Valentine’s Day is upon us, and bloggers everywhere are celebrating by posting their thoughts on their spouse, love, gifts, pinks, reds, etc. I’m no different. With two young kids and a tight budget to watch, hubs and I typically reserve the “us” holidays for eating out. No sappy cards or…

  • Vote for Vanilla Spice Cupcakes —–>

    Don’t forget Please remember, voting for my Vanilla Cardamom Cupcake with a POM Twist starts on Monday, February 14th! Simply click this burgundy POM-colored badge to the right, and you’ll be linked directly to my entry in the POM Wonderful Valentine Cupcake Contest!