In his class , a ppropriately called “Sweet! Jon’s Sugar Shack”

Oooh I just love Halloween, and it’s all starting to come together! Today I’m at the Drees Design Center sharing spooky ideas for Halloween, including striped cocktails made with Blavod Black Vodka. You can find it at The Party Source.

How does a ghoul keep track of her drink at her Halloween party? By using her own Spider Wine Charm. Click here for directions, then add a simple sturdy wire loop.

How to garnish your Crystal Head vodka?

I love a hearty bowl of chili.

My husband and I did

Last year’s Goddesses of the Harvest: A Celebration of Women in Food at the Krohn Conservatory was a remarkable event. Everyone in attendance truly felt they had experienced something special. This year, it’s the “Gods” turn to shine and I can’t wait! I hope you’ll join me. To purchase your seat, click here

This pretty tomato came from my garden and I’m going to use it to make my favorite sandwich ever: Tomato and mayo on good bread. Lots of salt, a little pepper. Tomato still warm from the sun. Yum!

Today I’m whipping up a perfect summer salad and serving it with the just-right glass of wine on FOX19 and Q102. Click here to see the video.

Stubb’s Cherry and Pecan Sirloin Salad

Serves 4-6
Pair with Dancing Bull Merlot, the dark berry fruit of the wine compliments the soy and garlic flavors in the Beef Marinade.

1 Bottle of Stubb

I’m shooting Salad segments for HomeWoRX today. Here’s one of the trio of recipes I’m putting together. It’s so easy, creamy and rich tasting but packed healthy, good -for- you ingredients. Add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a main dish salad.

Summer Citrus and Avocado Salad with Cashews and Creamy Yogurt Dressing
Serves 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Hint: Substitute Dole Pineapple Chunks in 100% Pineapple Juice and Dole Mandarin Oranges in Light Syrup for fresh fruit if desired

Creamy Yogurt Dressing
3 tablespoons honey