Have you been having Nutella withdrawals? I know I have! So I thought it was time for another Nutella recipe before someone got hurt (yes it’s that serious in my house LOL) I was lucky enough to get a 750ml jar of the luscious Nutella for Christmas and it was time to crack that bad boy open (I know such restraint right, don’t get too excited I have gone through 2 other smaller jars since Christmas tee hee)!
*horns blowing* *confetti flying* *everyone screaming* Happy New Year! Whew, okay well not quite but almost! I wanted to give you a cocktail for New Years Eve! I’ve been crazy for Pomegranate juice (not any Pomegranate juice mind you, Pom Wonderful, there’s just something about it, including that incredibly sexy little bottle) lately and knew we’d have to include that in the recipe. I tend to like fruity drinks and this one is right up my alley! I hope it will be up yours as well.
Ah, just the thought of Cioccolata Calda sends me into a frenzy! Chi-o-co-la-ta Call-da is Italian for Hot Chocolate. I’m going to attempt to describe this to those of you who have not experienced an authentic Italian Hot Chocolate. Which, btw is the BEST hot chocolate in the entire world. Don’t even try to change my mind. It simply is. If you’ve had it, you KNOW! Can I get an Amen?
Keep this one away from the kiddies! This is NOT your normal morning Cappuccino! Oh no, there’s a reason I call it “Call a Cab Cappuccino!” It’s one kicked up Cappuccino alright (there are, after all, six different liquors in here, boys & girls)!
So go easy! It will be smooth going down so you’ll certainly want to have a few but pace yourself. They will most certainly sneak up on you & knock you on your bum.
Recently, Stephanie from Wasabimon honored me by asking if I would do a guest post on her blog. After much consideration, I wrote about making Espresso in the infamous Moka Pot! What’s a Moka Pot you ask? Well here’s a little snippet of the story followed by a link to the full post on her blog. Be sure to click on it so you can read all about it…(& be sure to leave her some comment love *wink wink* & then of course run out & get yourself a Moka Pot)
To give you a little history: The Moka Pot was created in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti. His stove top espresso maker revolutionized the preparation of espresso coffee, and is still the most popular way of making espresso at home. Especially in Europe. For those interested in the technical part: the coffee is prepared by creating steam pressure in the bottom chamber that forces hot water up through ground coffee and into the serving chamber. The steam pressure produces a smooth and creamy coffee with a distinctive frothy cap. Me, I just like to know that it makes an ah-mazing cup of coffee that even a novice can prepare!
Okay, if you’ve never used a Moka pot I’m sure you’re thinking, this can’t be as easy as that? Well it is and I’ll show you …
Read the rest of the post at Wasabimon
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I am so EXCITED today! I have been wanting to have “company” over to the blog for a while now. I was waiting on the right time & it has arrived. For our first ever guest post, **drum roll please** I am so happy to introduce you all to KRISTY. My foodie friend & fellow blogger. She has a fabulous food blog called THE WICKED NOODLE. She has created an amazingly decadent & delicious recipe for you all. You’re going to be drooling when you see this one! Please be sure to show her how much we appreciate her stopping by with such a tasty treat by leaving some comment love.
Chocolate Cups with Chocolate Orange Mousse Filling… Oh me Oh my! (are you drooling yet?)
This drink just sounds fun! Fun to say, fun to look at, fun to drink! It definitely delivers.
From the moment you lift the glass to take your first sip, you’re hit by the amazing smells of mint & mango. It is a smooth drink that packs a punch. If you like a Mojito I hope you’ll jazz your next one up & try this Mango Madness version.
Why should kids have all the fun with slushis? Well, they don’t get to anymore! I came up with this recipe this past December before New Years Eve. We were going to our neighbors party and I just didn’t want to show up with the predictable bottle of champagne, hence Champagne Slushis. They were a huge hit! They’re flavorful & fun to drink!
I have tried this with both Champagne & Prosecco (an Italian sparkling wine) & it’s great with both. Best of all, it’s easy to make. You can even make them the night before your party (one less thing to worry about). Read the rest of this entry »
