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The Jungle Bird, a 70s classic tiki cocktail

  The Jungle Bird originated in Kuala Lumpur at the Hilton Hotel in 1978. What I love about it and what makes it different from most tiki drinks is the addition of Campari.  The Campari gives it a very slightly … Continue reading

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Oregon Oyster Stuffing

Oyster stuffing, or dressing, originated in New England, some say all the way back to the Colonial period when oysters were extremely plentiful and therefore eaten by rich and poor alike.  They made their way to tables in the Midwest … Continue reading

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Here is a collection of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes for 2015. Enjoy!  Apple Cider Brined Turkey   Turkey Roulade with Prune and Pine Nut Stuffing Classic Brined and Roasted Turkey Herb Marinated Turkey with Toasted Bread Salad Holiday Turkey Roulade  … Continue reading

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Pumpkin Bread

Fall is in the air, and that means time for pumpkin bread.  The aroma that fills your house when this bread is in the oven is enough reason to bake it.  It tastes pretty good too. 2 C. sugar 1 … Continue reading

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Pink Grapefruit Meringue Pie

Here is a  little twist on lemon meringue using those gorgeous pink grapefruits that are at the height of their season right now. One frustration I have with meringue pies is that the meringue tends to weep and causes the … Continue reading

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Two Lemony Cocktails

          The French 75 The French 75 is a classic drink and one of the very first cocktails.  It was first made in 1915 in New York City and was named after the powerful French 75mm … Continue reading

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