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Caribbean Cooking Class – Grilled Jamaican Jerk Shrimp

Below is the recipe for grilled Jamaican Jerk Shrimp that I shared during a Caribbean Cooking class that I presented at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC. The marinade for the shrimp features the Savory Spice Shop’s Jamaican Jerk

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Grilled Jamaican Jerk Shrimp

Below is the recipe for grilled Jamaican Jerk Shrimp that I shared during a Caribbean Cooking class that I presented at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC. The marinade for the shrimp features the Savory Spice Shop’s Jamaican Jerk

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Annatto Oil

Below is the recipe for Annatto Oil that I shared during a Caribbean Cooking class that I presented at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC. Annatto is described as being “slightly peppery with a hint of nutmeg“. I use

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Annatto Oil

Below is the recipe for Annatto Oil that I shared during a Caribbean Cooking class that I presented at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC. Annatto is described as being “slightly peppery with a hint of nutmeg“. I use

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Black Bean & Mango Salad

Last week, I taught my first cooking class at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC. The theme for the class was Caribbean cooking. We had a lot of fun cooking, talking and sharing information, stories….and laughs. Below is the

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Black Bean & Mango Salad

Last week, I taught my first cooking class at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC. The theme for the class was Caribbean cooking. We had a lot of fun cooking, talking and sharing information, stories….and laughs. Below is the

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Banana Salsa Recipe

Last week, I taught my first cooking class at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC.   The theme for the class was Caribbean cooking.   Below is the recipe for Banana Salsa.  I chose to present this recipe because it is simple, flavorful

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Caribbean Cooking Class – Banana Salsa Recipe

Last week, I taught my first cooking class at the Savory Spice Shop in Raleigh, NC.   The theme for the class was Caribbean cooking.   Below is the recipe for Banana Salsa.  I chose to present this recipe because it is simple, flavorful

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Chocolate!

Dedicated to all of my favorite chocolate foodies!

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Chocolate!

Dedicated to all of my favorite chocolate foodies!

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Little Things Make A Big Difference {Wordless Wednesday}

“A friendly look, a kindly smile, one good act, & life’s worthwhile.” -Unknown

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Little Things Make A Big Difference {Wordless Wednesday}

“A friendly look, a kindly smile, one good act, & life’s worthwhile.” -Unknown

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Got to Love a Little Ingenuity… {Food for Thought}

“Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.” ~ George S. Patton

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Got to Love a Little Ingenuity… {Food for Thought}

“Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.” ~ George S. Patton

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Easy as 3-2-1 -> Chocolate Coconut Water Martini

Chocolate Coconut Water? Absolutely! It is amazing. I am a huge fan of coconut water and have it often with my lunch or after my work out. Recently, I discovered chocolate coconut water. Yum! Below is my take one of

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Easy as 3-2-1 -> Chocolate Coconut Water Martini

Chocolate Coconut Water? Absolutely! It is amazing. I am a huge fan of coconut water and have it often with my lunch or after my work out. Recently, I discovered chocolate coconut water. Yum! Below is my take one of

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Putting A Twist on Tradition – Polish Easter Bread Rolls

It’s that time of year..  Spring is in full bloom and the Easter celebrations are in full force.   Even with the hustle and bustle of the “everyday” routine, making time to maintain traditions is really important to my family.   Making

Polish Easter Bread Rolls

Putting A Twist on Tradition – Polish Easter Bread Rolls

It’s that time of year..  Spring is in full bloom and the Easter celebrations are in full force.   Even with the hustle and bustle of the “everyday” routine, making time to maintain traditions is really important to my family.   Making

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I Love Spring..Not the Pollen {Semi-Wordless Wednesday}

“Spring is sooner recognized by plants than by men.”~Chinese Proverb

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I Love Spring..Not the Pollen {Semi-Wordless Wednesday}

“Spring is sooner recognized by plants than by men.”~Chinese Proverb

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Spiced Hibiscus Granita {Spiked}

On the weekends, my husband and I like to take time to watch a movie together. This past weekend I made a dessert  cocktail for our “movie time”. Granita is easy to make and the variations are only limited by your

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Spiced Hibiscus Granita {Spiked}

On the weekends, my husband and I like to take time to watch a movie together. This past weekend I made a dessert  cocktail for our “movie time”. Granita is easy to make and the variations are only limited by your

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Mastic Scented Salmon

Mastic? If you have not tried it…you need to! Mastic will add a very unique (“in a good way”) pine-like flavor backdrop to your dish. It is typically used for cake, pudding and ice cream recipes. The suggested serving is

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Mastic Scented Salmon

Mastic? If you have not tried it…you need to! Mastic will add a very unique (“in a good way”) pine-like flavor backdrop to your dish. It is typically used for cake, pudding and ice cream recipes. The suggested serving is