Monthly Archives: February 2019

Hummingbird Cake

Despite its name, no hummingbirds were harmed in the making of this cake! A Hummingbird cake is a classic Southern cake recipe with bananas and crushed pineapple, topped with a cream cheese frosting. It got rave reviews at our house … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Lloyd!

The Boy turns nineteen today – where does the time go? I was thinking about his tenth birthday when he decided he wanted a Neapolitan cake for his birthday. That meant baking three different cake layers, which I was trying … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Plywood!

Happy 3rd birthday to our dear Plywood, who crashed our barbecue, charmed our socks off, and found himself a home. He loves roast chicken Mondays, naps on the sofa, and Amazon boxes. Enjoy your salmon dinner, birthday kitty!

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Feline Friday

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Tomato Gravy with Onion & Butter

This recipe originated with Marcella Hazan, I’ve been reading about it on various food blogs for years. All you need are three ingredients, a can of San Marzano tomatoes, an onion, and butter to make an amazing gravy. Simmer time … Continue reading

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Waiting for Pizza

Waiting for pizza at Lorenzo’s on 9th & Christian.

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Feline Friday

Chiaroscuro kitty.

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