I was never really a big fan of “big drinking holidays” to begin with. As a bartender for most of my earlier years, these were always spent sober waiting on sloppy drunks we referred to as “amateur outings.” So when these holidays come around as a mom, I don’t particularly get sad that I can no longer run out and grab an extra-strong margarita with the girlfriends. We can do… Keep Reading
When was the last time you really indulged? I have had a hankering for the molasses cookies I used to eat on the farm, and decided to try a new recipe. I turned a childhood favorite into something you seriously might want me to make for your next birthday party (taking orders!), or you can attempt them yourself. The art of baking means – FROM SCRATCH. So no cheating and… Keep Reading
Ok I am about to blow your minds with this one. You can call me Susie Homemaker, but really, when did it become more convenient to NOT make your own things at home? It really takes 5 minutes to make homemade playdough and it’s safe, non-toxic, and fun to get the kids involved in the process. Plus, the colors don’t stain! Let’s keep it simple, shall we? Simple Playdough Recipe… Keep Reading
One of the very few memories I have of my mother is baking chicken pies for the annual church chicken pie dinner. I just remember joining all these ladies every night for an entire week in the church basement to help prep all the pies – tons and tons of pies! One table would be rolling dough, another chopping up the chicken, another fixing the veggies and so on. My… Keep Reading
I’ve had a breakthrough and I have to share it with you – JUST in time for you to amaze and awe all your family and friends for the holidays. A little background – every year I participate in the holiday recipe swap hosted by Doree Martin of Top Notch Mom and Susan aka The Foodette. Love them – it’s such a fun idea, especially since I love to try new… Keep Reading
Seriously – it is just me, or is everyone just over-booked and busy these days? I remember always having something on the books, but lately I feel like it’s go go go. It took a rainy day at home to finally take the day to enjoy my favorite pastime – cooking! Yeah yeah, before you make some comment about how domesticated I’ve become… realize that I’ve always LOVED to cook…. Keep Reading
Now that we’re parents, we just don’t go out and party till 4 am like we used to. I know, all you single people out there are feeling depressed – give up your party lifestyle? I am pretty sure I’ve partied enough for 5 lifetimes, so it’s okay that I’m not out till the sun comes up in NYC anymore. However, I haven’t given up parties altogether. The trick is… Keep Reading
Well if you DIDN’T already know – Thanksgiving 2013 is here. It’s that one time a year when us selfish, entitled Americans actually decide to ‘give thanks’ to all the things we have. Such as affording ‘organic’ foods, $5 lattes, $500 iphones and well, us New Yorkers – $3000 a month rents. Yes, you can re-read that it’s correct. I admit it – I don’t appreciate all the things I… Keep Reading
Well I put those apples to good use! I finally baked my first FROM SCRATCH apple pie. Carmel Apple Pie to be exact. And it was delicious. Mouthwatering. We were EXTREMELY fortunate to never lose power at our building – I was worried since we are right on the river, I expected flooding, no electric, no heat! Trapped in our home with the baby – but somehow Astoria was completely… Keep Reading
