I’ve been sitting here thinking about Turkey and Greece; trying to figure out where to start by looking through photos and old blog posts. Naturally I begin basking in my trip down memory lane, so much so that I’m actually having trouble focusing on exactly what I want to write. This trip was spectacularly … Continue reading Coffee Break
They say a picture is worth a thousand words…so here two thousand to sum up my morning. Btw, did I mention it’s a gorgeous spring day here in NYC?? Well, it is–and that’s not just the cawfee tawkin! Continue reading Oh Happy Day!
I got an email from April today where the subject line read *cough* BLOG! *cough* I’m more than happy to oblige for two reasons: When I started this blog, I gave her my express written consent to harass me if I wasn’t posting enough–so really, she’s just doing her job. This month, I’m going to … Continue reading April…for April
Because they have Irish Coffee! What? That’s my story and I’m sticking to it. Of course, everyone knows my position of coffee (nectar of the gods–in case you’re new here!), but when you add cream and whiskey, well, kids, it just becomes magical! There are several theories as to who created this wonderful drink. The … Continue reading Why Do Irish Eyes Smile?
So, my grand idea of the Top 10 Things to do in Ireland is marred by the fact that everyone has a different list and each list is vastly different…so…here’s some of the most popular. I’m quite sure NONE of you, providing you pay attention, will find #1 shocking. But in all my research, the … Continue reading Top 10…ish Things To Do in Ireland
I can’t fault you for thinking we might be visiting Texas this month. However, I mentioned cliche’ last month, and I think that in terms of cliches and March–we definitely need to go to…Ireland. That’s right, home of Guinness, Bono, Liam Neeson, Irish Coffee, Maureen O’Hara, Jameson, the Blarney Stone and, of course, Guinness (yeah, … Continue reading Luck O’ The Irish!
Happy Texas Independence Day! Just a quick nod to home and panic not, I have Shiner Bock on hand for celebrating today! I mean, what kind of good little Texan would I be if I wasn’t prepared for Texas Independence Day? And before you non-Texans roll your eyes–yes, it’s a thing and yes, we celebrate. … Continue reading Remember the Alamo!
ha ha ha ha…What the hell happened to February???? I swear it was just Valentine’s Day! I know it’s a short month, but c’mon! Okay, so we didn’t go anywhere this month [EPIC FAIL!]. Plus there is this amazing recipe I planned on making for a tasty and healthier treat this weekend and I just … Continue reading The Road to Hell…
It’s been a particularly cold and snowy winter here in NYC. And yes, yes, I know it’s been a lot colder and snowier in other places–but, well, that’s why I don’t live in those places! Despite the cold and snowy weather, it has been entirely too long since I made a big, ol’ pot of … Continue reading Healthy for the Soul
So in honor of Valentine’s Day and seeing heart shaped EVERYTHING in the stores, I thought I could focus this month’s food items on: things that are good for your heart! You thought it was going to be chocolate right? Too cliche–and by that I’m mean, we’re saving cliche for NEXT month ;- ) Besides, … Continue reading Have a [Healthy] Heart!
The Epicurious Texan 