It seems as though my clues were helpful, because it took one reader no time at all to figure out that my mystery trip was to the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador. Fantastic job, Ericka! She will be receiving a copy of the oh-so-appropriate cookbook …
2nd place in baking contest is second to none
Taking home a blue, first-prize ribbon is the ultimate goal of just about everyone who enters a competition, whether it be a sporting event or a culinary one. Second place is nothing to be ashamed of, either, as finishing near the top – regardless of placing – shows that the judges recognized your ability …
Barking hot dog cooker
 This year, I didn’t end up grilling hot dogs for the fourth of July and opted for a simple salad and grilled corn (vacation recovery fare). If I had had a Barking Hot Dog Cooker, I might have reconsidered. …
I’m back… and brought a contest with me!
It was nearly two weeks ago that I mentioned I would be taking a little travel break and that when I came back, I would have a little contest to announce.
The contest is a simple one: all you have to do is guess where I was. Leave …
Happy Independence Day!
Happy Fourth of July, everyone. No new recipe today (it is, after all, a national holiday), but hopefully you already have a festive batch of 4th of July Cupcakes or a Red, White and Blue Velvet Cake ready to go.
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Red, White and Blue Velvet Cake
The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays, largely because I like both cookouts and fireworks and, assuming that you live in the US, you are virtually guaranteed to have access to both today. Hamburgers and hot dogs (meat or veggie) are top choices for grillers, and nothing complements them …
