Snickers Martini

When it comes to flavored martinis, I’m a huge fan.  In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever had a regular martini before.  Yikes!  One thing I’ve noticed is that with mixed drinks, almost every bar you go to will be slightly different in some way, just like with restaurants and food.  Several months ago whileRead More

Mocha Cheesecake

If you’re thinking “Hey, is she making a lot of cheesecakes lately?” by looking at Facebook and some of the recent posts, the answer is Yes.  Actually, Heck Yes.  I’ve been a huge fan of cheesecakes throughout my life, and up until recently, I’d never made a REAL one from scratch.  I learn something newRead More

Tiramisu Trifle

As I’ve mentioned before, I love trifles.  They look elegant sitting in that trifle dish all layered and put together, and there hasn’t been one yet that didn’t taste delicious that I’ve come across.  While I was talking to my mother-in-law on Friday, we were planning the menu out for Mother’s Day on Sunday.  SheRead More

Homemade Coffee Liquor

While searching for items to make for my family’s edible gift baskets, I came across a recipe that made my eyes widen and start grinning from ear to ear.  Homemade flavored liquor?!  Yes!!  I had to try it.  My husband has made a couple of flavors of wine before, and the thought of making yourRead More

Tiramisu Cupcakes

My in-laws inspired me to put together this recipe.  If you even mention the word around them, they perk up.  What?  Tiramisu?  Where??  Right here! This cupcake is rich, deliciously combining the flavors of coffee and cream cheese…and of course, garnished wish some dark chocolate. Tiramisu Cupcake Recipe: 1 box Duncan Hines white cake mixRead More