Puttin’ On The Ritz: Spiced Pecans
Have you ever stayed at the Ritz Carlton and tasted their spiced pecans? Oh my heavens, they are addicting but oh so good! I recently spent a few days at the Ritz Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation where I was surrounded by…
Roasted Mahi Mahi Bites
There are three little words I hear so often. No, it’s not those three little words. Not the ones you long to hear and melt your heart. No, it’s three little words my son has always said to me….”will I like it?” …
Peachlove: Peach and Basil Gazpacho
It’s Peachlove month with the Love Bloghop! I am happy to be back hosting again with this group of awesome bloggers. Each month they select the “love” ingredient to be used as a main part in the recipe. I was thrilled…
Polenta Fries
I just had one of the best weekends since I’ve been here in Atlanta! It didn’t have anything to do with where I went or what I ate, but simply because my baby girl came “home” to visit! It’s been…
For my mother, with love and hugs
My name is Gina and I am the daughter of the ever so famous Spicegirlfla! For a special treat for my mom I decided to create my own post in dedication to her. Since she is in the process of…
Italian Edamame
Edamame is one of those fun to eat appetizers. Grabbing a pod and squeeze biting it to release the little bean in your mouth. It becomes one of those mindless snacking foods; chatting and snacking away. It’s also a great stress reliever…
Sun-dried Tomato and Basil Flatbread
I thought I’d share with you how I use some of the prepped foods I had previously posted. As I mentioned before, each week I like to prepare different mixes of ingredients that I can use to compliment recipes or…
Easy Food Ideas for Weekend Guests and Saucy Mama Giveaway Winner!!
This post is all about happy, good news! I’m announcing today my Saucy Mama Giveaway Winner!!! And the winner is….. Geni at Sweet and Crumbly!! Congrats Geni! Thank you for your support, your tweets and votes for my entre into…
Greenslove: Kale and Caramelized Onion Tart
This month’s Bloghop is Greenslove! And I’m excited that I am finally able to display the linky tools pictures from everyone’s post! Whoohoo!! I feel like a big girl now! Italians do eat alot of greens and I’m always buying some…
Limoncello Risotto
Creamy, warm risotto is snuggly, comfort food to me. In fact the entire process is soothing, almost tranquil and serene. Yes, really. I know I’ve heard from many who fear the process of making risotto. As a matter of fact,…