Food Holidays

There sure are some crazy food holidays that are celebrated in this country and around the world. We like to highlight some of our favorites.

Heat Up The Kitchen This Valentine’s Day

by LH on 02/13/2012

  The countdown to Valentine’s Day 2012 is almost over. If you haven’t made a dinner reservation by now, your choices are probably narrowed to White Castle, Arby’s or Subway. But, hey, if you’re a romantic you can make one of those work. If you’re looking to spend a quiet evening at home but are [...]

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Want to Throw A Dazzling Dinner? Help is Here

by LH on 12/07/2011

  The difference between dull and dazzling can be a pretty fine line. I’ve published my own book. It’s hard. There’s a BIG difference between something being “not easy” and something being “hard”. Self publishing is the latter. The book I published wasn’t a cookbook. It wasn’t a tell all novel or a how to [...]

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Great Last Minute Father’s Day Cookbooks

by LH on 06/16/2011

Father’s Day=BBQ. That’s the formula that plays out in a lot of households around the country every June. And, to be perfectly honest, it’s a formula that works for me. If your Dad wants to grill, I say, by all means let him. If he wants throw a big old pork shoulder on the smoker, [...]

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It’s Your Day, Eat What You Want

by LH on 05/10/2011

If you thought the days of eating whatever you want were over, think again. Do you have a craving for that big sloppy double cheeseburger? How about a nice thick slice of chocolate layer cake or a fully loaded hot dog? If you’re like me, sometimes there’s a more than slight twinge of guilt associated [...]

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Spice Up Your Cinco de Mayo With These Flavorful Cookbooks

by LH on 05/05/2011

Yes, it’s Cinco de Mayo once again. And, what does that mean beyond the usual swell of Corona, margarita and enchilada specials? Here in the U.S., it is a celebration of Mexican pride and heritage. It’s also a fantastic excuse to try out some new dishes inspired by our neighbor to the south. Not feeling [...]

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There’s More To St. Patrick’s Day Than Corned Beef And Cabbage

by LH on 03/17/2011

St. Patty’s Day is upon us once again. For me, it’s kind of the unofficial start to spring. If you live north, there’s still a descent chance you could have a white March 17th, but, there’s an even better probability that short sleeve weather is right around the corner. I’ve put together a collection of [...]

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National Cherry Month, But, Where Are The Cherries?

by LH on 02/23/2011

Honestly, this post was supposed to turn out differently. National Cherry Month, easy, quick post. Great, enticing cherry photo. So what happened? NO CHERRIES! That’s right. February, designated as national cherry month by who knows what group, person or organization has one major flaw in it. There aren’t exactly tons of cherries grown and available [...]

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It’s President’s Day, Eat Like The Commander in Chief

by LH on 02/21/2011

I realize that for most of us dining in the style and elegance afforded the nations Chief Executive isn’t something that is within out grasp. But, all is not lost. Now you can enjoy the next best thing (kind of). Here’s a collection of cookbooks that will help you chow down like the leader of [...]

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Looking For A Few New Thanksgiving Menu Ideas?

by LH on 11/22/2010

Thanksgiving is on top of us once again. It’s my favorite holiday. And I love it for the obvious reasons. Fantastic home cooked comfort food, family, football and more food. Like most of you, I love the traditional Thanksgiving foods. Turkey with all the trimmings, cranberry something,  green bean casserole and don’t forget the pumpkin [...]

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