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WHB #220’s Fabulous Round Up!

February 15, 2010

Not going to kid ya – A bit of excitement comes with receiving the WHB hosting email. I have always enjoyed hosting for Haalo because I learn so much about a number of ingredients new to me or ones I haven’t used/heard. And, this round up didn’t disappoint me, especially since the majority of the […]

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Salvia Fritta (Fried Sage)

February 14, 2010

giorno di San Valentino/Valentine’s Day Now, I am not one to observe holidays in general, but I do enjoy baking for any occasion! Valentine’s Day included. Although…I must say, I like how Bren describes Valentine’s Day as Singles Awareness Day. Pretty ingenious! (need to get in the kitchen for S.A.D.) Anyway, as I get ready […]

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Kitchen of Love 2010 Round Up

February 13, 2010

riunire/round up Big hugs of gratitude to the 6 participants who saved Cucina d’Amore/Kitchen of Love this year. I almost cancelled it, but thanks Moni & Jen, here in the US, and Katie, Suzie, and Cakelaw abroad, I am able to bring you beautifully orchestrated recipes guaranteed to heat up an evening with your special […]

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Chocolate Decadence

February 12, 2010

decadenza/decadense Today’s the last day! You have until midnight (your time zone) to send your entries for Kitchen of Love to melecotte (AT) gmail (DOT) com. The round up (should be) out Saturday morning so you’ll have it in time for Sunday’s love day. I am ending my group of entries with the ultimate aphrodisiac…chocolate. […]

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Getting Involved…You Can Too!

February 11, 2010

essere coinvolto/be involved There is still time! Accepting entries through tomorrow! C’mon ATL…let’s make this fundraiser epic! I am participating….along with some an amazing group os culinary artists,food bloggers,chefs. Bren is hosting! Now, we just need you to attend. :)In Chicago? LA? Stir It 28 is in your city, tooooo! WHB#220!is always a wonderful reason […]

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Spicy Roasted Chickpeas for WHB#220

February 10, 2010

speziato/spicy Not only am I trying to get a fabulous compilation of sexy Valentine’s Day recipes out to you this weekend, (Deadline extended through Friday, 2/12!!!) but I am also hosting WHB#220! In case you are new to Weekend Herb Blogging or have been flying under the radar for a while, Haalo has been doing […]

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Bourbon Marinated Hickory Grilled Salmon

February 9, 2010

alticcio/tipsy **** The Kitchen of Love deadline has been extended to Friday, 2/12! As of right now, it looks like there won’t be an event, except for what I have made. Bummer! I am hoping for an influx of entries this week. Be sure to click here for details and email entries tomelecotteblogevents (AT) gmail […]

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A Day of Nicholas Lodge Decorating Tips and Ideas

February 8, 2010

dimostrazione/demonstration First, I must exclaim….How ‘bout those Saints! Now, anyone who knows me is looking at me all cock-eyed. Just like when I wear my ESPN shirt to the gym. Right? I know. I am so not a fan of sports, except maybe for tennis and soccer….and field hockey (which they don’t have here in […]

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Nutella Molten Cakes w/ Crunchy Nutella Crackers

February 5, 2010

fuoriuscire/ooze Okay, if you don’t know about World Nutella Day by now, well….Why the heck not? Where’ve ya been? Hellllooooooo! World Nutella Day is now in it’s 4th go-around, so dare I say, if you are just finding out now….you’re late! Sara from Ms. Adventures in Italy and Michelle from Bleeding Espresso (and Shelley from […]

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Just Popping in for a Moment…

February 4, 2010

latte al cioccolato/chocolate No recipe today…. In fact, I wasn’t going to post today. But, my Cheese Enchilada Casserole picture was so heinous, I couldn’t stomach keeping as the pic my visitors experienced any longer than needed. As the weekend fast approaches, I am (happily) running around trying to finish treat boxes for a friend’s […]