There is no denying, delectable, chocolatey confections are abounding right now on the internet in preparation for Valentine’s Day. On Boulder Locavore as well, I’ve been having so much fun creating mouth-watering treats like Valentine’s Chocolate Marshmallow Pops and Heavenly Chocolate Raspberry Trifles. As much fun as it might sound to taste test desserts all…
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Heavenly Chocolate Raspberry Trifles
When I was growing up my maternal grandparents lived in San Francisco. For those who know ‘the City’, as my Grandmother always referred to it, they were on Russian Hill, facing Coit Tower above the bustling intersection of Columbus and Bay streets. There was no more fantastic location to me. When we’d come to California…
Valentine’s Chocolate Marshmallow Pops
This easy, fun, no-bake treat is perfect for large groups and kids can help make them too. Valentine’s Chocolate Marshmallow Pops are the right combo of marshmallow, chocolate and sprinkles to brighten the occasion. I have always loved Valentine’s Day, since I was a child. More than a holiday it felt like a magical happening…
Forget Me Nots {rose-flavored meringue cookies}
Without question, my favorite cookies made by my maternal Grandmother were ‘Forgotten Cookies’. As a child I did not know they were a meringue based cookie as I was too busy being captivated by the magic of them. They are made from a simple combination of egg whites and sugar, pecans and chocolate chips that…
A Spiked Shirley Temple & Honey Bear Cocktails
As regular readers will know, I love a good Cocktail book. One bearing inspired libations not found repeated elsewhere, gorgeous photography and instruction for even the most inexperienced of home mixologists. It’s no secret I’m drawn in by special details and unexpected elements which might differentiate a guide from its competitors. I was thrilled to…
Black Pepper Scones with Grapefruit Curd
Each winter my Mother in Law flees the bitter cold temps of the North for the more hospitable warmth of Florida. Along with her snowbird winter departure begins great anticipation in our household for a bounty of fresh citrus fruit she sends us to christen the season. Over the holidays or in early January we…
20+ Gluten-Free Game Day Recipes
As I’ve been reading about the possible last minute move of the Super Bowl due to expected inclement weather, it struck me what a big deal that would be. I’m not just speaking of those spending several thousand dollars on tickets and travel but the tradition of it all. ‘Super Bowl Sunday’ is one click…