If you’re having a Derby Party, this is the smartest way to serve Mint Juleps for a crowd. The Mint Simple Syrup is a great thing to keep on hand beyond Derby Day. Use it to sweeten ice tea or

I love Asian flavors and I love this recipe for Asian Chicken Spring Rolls with Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce. If you haven

Lemon Charlotte

Ingredients:
3/4 cup Sierra Mist Free or Diet Sprite Zero
1.5 oz. tequila
1 packet (two 5-calorie servings) sugar-free powdered drink mix, lemonade
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Indulgence: Eating flowers.

Jay Erisman and I had such a great time with the Women in Flavors and Fragrance. Jay led us through a tasting of Bourbon and Whiskey while I paired recipes from Woodford Reserve and Amy’s Table: Food for Family and Friends. Below you’ll find photos from the event and the recipes and pairings from the event:

Country Ham and Asparagus Tartlets
Rib-Eyes with Bacon Potato Salad and Heirloom Tomatoes
Savory Corn Cake
Almond Shortcakes with Double Cream and Triple Berries

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Whenever you entertain, try to have some “good for you” foods included in the good time. I

These cute little cupcakes have kind of become a signature for me. The flowers are made from

Listen to the interview.

Rita Heikenfeld is a certified modern herbalist, author, cooking teacher, radio and television personality and her weekly column in the Community Press Newspapers often features tips and recipes for cooking with herbs. A sought after speaker, Rita is addressing the Herb Society of America’s National Convention in Tenn. this May.

I find ways to add Dole spinach to something I eat nearly every day. I feel good about adding it because spinach is a good source of iron, vitamin A and vitamin C.