It was a good year for bibliophiles.
There were so very many good books to thrill me, teach me, make me cry, surprise me, guide me, challenge me, and delight me. You? How did your bookbag fare in 2023?
Here is my Year in Books as recorded from the Goodreads Challenge.
I get a kick out of how they tally, analyze, and create lists kind of like those high school superlatives. I hope you’ll find some stimulating suggestions from my 47. Following is kind of movie trailer books review:
What could be more glamorous and fun than to celebrate today ~ it’s National Whipped Cream Day! Call it Chantilly cream or creme Chantilly, milk snow, or snow cream.
Add a little extra something special to desserts to celebrate on January 5 for National Whipped Cream Day. Not only does it add creaminess and a bit of pizzaz, but it also makes the difference between the ho-hum or a celebration kind of beverage or dessert.
Here are a few delicious drink recipes to toast this glamorous day.
Baked Alaska - photo courtesy Bernzomatic Blowtorches
If entertaining and dining is not only homegrown, seasonal, and delicious -- but also a bit of theater - then, think about making Baked Alaska for your next dinner party.
After all, you’ll need a bit of a sparkly topper after all the holiday desserts.
This fire and ice dessert never fails to add drama; sure to elicit gasps of delight - and applause - from your guests.
That this elegant dessert is oh-so-easy to make - is a behind the stage secret. Here’s how:
Wishing you peace, love, and good health in 2024.
And great adventures in the new year…
For tonight, we’ll enjoy a delicious dinner and a movie at home.
And copious amounts of champagne.
Have you ever sabered your champagne? It’s quite an adventure unto itself. Here’s how:
The Hamptons and Long Island Homegrown Cookbook: Local Food, Local Restaurants, Local Recipes (Homegrown Cookbooks)
The Hamptons and Long Island Homegrown Cookbook: Local Food, Local Restaurants, Local Recipes (Homegrown Cookbooks)
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