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Family Fun in Myrtle Beach From Two Perspectives

Posted on August 5, 2011 by

We recently vacationed in Myrtle Beach, S.C., with our close friends, Jeff and Terry. Between us we have four kids ranging in age from 8-10 years old. This was our third visit together to Kingston Plantation and, once again, a … Continue reading →

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Tip of The Week – Win a $25.00 Visa Gift Card!

Posted on August 2, 2011 by

For this week’s tip, I am shouting out to my readers to tell me where to get the best burger in Raleigh or Durham. All of you who make recommendations in the comment section below will be entered into a drawing … Continue reading →

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Quick and Easy Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

Posted on July 29, 2011 by

Pickles are one of my favorite snack foods ever and I love all kinds of them – dills, bread and butter, okra, beets, peaches, gherkins, banana  peppers, jalapenos, artichokes – the list goes on and on.  Luckily there are so … Continue reading →

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Brad and Kel’s Most Delicious Guacamole

Posted on July 15, 2011 by

I fell in love with fresh guacamole on a trip to Cozumel and Cancun in 1999. Brad and I had been dating only for a few months, and it was the first big trip we took together. We ordered some … Continue reading →

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Tip of the Week – Scoop Some Sorbet

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

Heat got you down, especially in all of this 90+ degree weather? Here’s one great way to cool off (well, maybe just a little bit.) This week’s tip is to scoop some light and refreshing sorbet – not only does … Continue reading →

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Restaurant Review: Mura – Raleigh, N.C.

Posted on July 10, 2011 by

We recently had an unexpected night away from the kids and decided to go to Mura at the last minute. This is becoming one of my favorite restaurants in Raleigh. Located in the once again trendy North Hills shopping center … Continue reading →

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Tip of the Week – Skewer Evenly

Posted on July 7, 2011 by

Aaaah, summertime, when grilling outside is de rigueur. One of my favorite meals to grill is kabobs because that way I can cook my meat (or in this case, shrimp) and veggies/fruit all at once. This week’s tip is about … Continue reading →

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Restaurant Review: Solera – Minneapolis, Minn.

Posted on June 30, 2011 by

Those of you who have been following my blog know that I recently was in Minneapolis on a business trip. It was my first visit to this city, and I would love to go back. My hotel was in walking distance to a … Continue reading →

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Tip of the Week – Brew Some Cold Brew

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

My late step-father Jerry (miss you bunches!) hooked me on Lipton Cold Brew Iced Tea about five years ago or so. I have to admit that at first I was somewhat skeptical on how it would turn out, but I’ve been making … Continue reading →

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Green Garden Salad

Posted on June 26, 2011 by

“To make a good salad is to be a brilliant diplomatist. The problem is entirely the same in both cases – to know how much oil one must mix with one’s vinegar.” Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) Back in the ’70s and late ’80s … Continue reading →

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