Month: September 2010

Rosemary & Orange Marinated Olives, White Bean-Artichoke Spread

These recipes invoke casual, easy entertaining for me, a “soft opening” to fall entertaining, if you will. I envision a  pre-dinner gathering over a glass of wine with friends, perhaps a chance to get to know some new parents from your kids’ school. If the weather’s comfortable, […]

Rethinking Dessert: Kahlua Choco-Coffee Cocktail

Now here’s an idea: iced coffee cocktail as dessert, served with a selection of cookies and treats. Great because it’s a lighter way to end a meal in warmer months. I envision an elegant platter of mini biscotti, dried apricots, honey-glazed nuts and chocolate covered coffee beans. And the best […]