Holidays
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He was Nuttier than a Fruitcake
I’ve always hated fruitcake. I never could understand why anyone would think Fruitcake was an appropriate gift to give or worst yet serve on your holiday table where there should be much more desirable sweets. My most vivid memory had… Continue reading
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A Fond Farewell
The “Southern Picnic” themed table at my retirement celebration A co-worker asked if the Retirement Reception that was organized in my honor was blog worthy. At the time, I didn’t know how to respond because I knew she was speaking… Continue reading
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Seize the Day!
New Year’s Day Pot ‘o Tea Typically, after a whirlwind of cooking and entertaining during the Season, my New Year’s Eve Celebration is fairly low-key. This year will only be slightly different in that due to an especially stressful week… Continue reading
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Thanksgiving at Vintage
The stone fireplace in the Great Room at Vintage This year marked thirty-three straight years of enjoying my Thanksgiving feast at Vintage and I can’t imagine a more lovely place to spend a holiday that is wholly based on preparing… Continue reading
Musing About Eating and Boozing 