By Noel Lizotte May seems to be a month of teas and showers. Have you noticed? No, I don’t mean rain showers, although we’ve had our share of cool and rainy days. I’m talking about baby and wedding showers. I’m talking about Mother’s day and Bridal teas. I think it’s the season for celebrating upcoming […]
By Noel Lizotte Mother’s Day is coming. Soon. Are you ready? If you’re not ready, and your mother is expecting you to bring her a special treat, you might consider making her a Shortcut Cheesecake. You’ll score points if she likes cheesecake. If she prefers flowers or golf, then you’ll want to consider another gift idea. […]
By Noel Lizotte Spring weather makes me want to ride bikes and go for long walks. Except, this winter weight I’ve got slows me down. Aunt Grace’s Granola may well be the first step to more energy! With warmer weather approaching, many folks I know are thinking about exercising and getting into shape. One simple […]
Dear Francine, With the holidays just over, I have to say that I’m not sure I handled things with my in-laws very well. It’s obvious to me that they don’t like me. We attended two family events and I wish I hadn’t gone at all. My mother-in-law insisted that I attend a family dinner at a restaurant […]
By Noel Lizotte The calendar says spring is here. The weather doesn’t feel like spring. The calendar also says Easter is coming, soon. I’m trying to get into the spirit of the season, but it’s difficult when the wind is blowing from the north and temperatures barely get out of the 30 degree range. I’ve […]
By Noel Lizotte Saint Patrick’s Day has come and gone. For many people, that means everything Irish goes back on the shelf until next March. I’ve found some really great recipes that are Irish and intend to prepare them year round. Some of you have read about the Irish Parliament Bean Soup and Irish Soda Bread […]
By Noel Lizotte I’ve been keeping an eye on the calendar and have noticed that St. Patrick’s Day is fast approaching. In the spirit of Irish foods, I pulled out a traditional recipe for Colcannon. Colcannon is a combination dish of cabbage and mashed potatoes. Traditionally colcannon is served with Irish sausages, called bangers. It […]
By Noel Lizotte March means spring, basketball and St. Patrick’s Day. Not necessarily in that order. In Ohio, March is usually just a tease about spring. We’re as likely to have a blizzard as crocuses. If you’re a basketball fan, then the madness of playoff games takes hold and you probably wouldn’t notice a blizzard. […]