First and foremost, RIP to Ace Frehley, founding member and lead guitarist of the band, KISS. His death was not the inspiration for this year’s holiday card (at the bottom of the post), as I only found out about his passing the day after Thanksgiving and he passed away in …
Apple Matzo kugel is a casserole side dish that has been a staple at many of our Passover celebrations. While there are countless variations, this recipe comes courtesy of my cousin Michelle, who got it from her friend, Fran. While most recipes I’ve found…
Coquito translates to “little coconut,” and is a traditional Christmas time drink with origins in Puerto Rico. Some call it Puerto Rican Eggnog, but it’s definitely its own thing. I have read that some put an egg yolk in it, but I did not. I first learned of the drink …
Roasting pumpkin seeds is something my mom always did for us when we were kids. Dad would help us carve the pumpkins and mom would roast the seeds. As a grownup, I seldom did it… until recently. Now, after each annual pumpkin party at my MIL’s, I take home a …
