Reflections on the Boston Marathon & Recipe {brunch} Apple Braided Challah Bread

It’s the Saturday morning before the Boston Marathon, and while driving into the heart of the city this morning to “go to work” with B, many runners and their families were out and about before 9 am, bibs proudly pinned onto athletic gear, and carrying plastic drawstring bags filled with snacks, water bottles, shirts and … More Reflections on the Boston Marathon & Recipe {brunch} Apple Braided Challah Bread

The Capital Grille: A Review

Really, we were celebrating Boston’s biannual Restaurant Week, which I’d been really wanting to participate in. B spontaneously made a reservation and we showed up in the chilly March night air, early, for our 8:15 pm reservation. We were greeted with valet parking (which I didn’t understand…there was parking out front and in the neighboring … More The Capital Grille: A Review

Gimme-the-Heat—Easy Red Enchiladas

Directions 2 Chicken Breasts – crock pot with water to cover it for 5-6 hours on low heat Shred chicken breasts, although they should be so tender and easy to pull apart just from being in the crock pot Heat whole wheat tortillas in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of canola oil or less, just … More Gimme-the-Heat—Easy Red Enchiladas

Savory Crescent Filled Breakfast Popovers

Rainy mornings are perfect for writing and having a cup of earl grey with milk and sugar. After a busy day yesterday, I’m enjoying some tranquility at home this morning. As cars go past my open window, I can hear the calming sound of water rushing through passing car tires. Oddly enough, it sounds a … More Savory Crescent Filled Breakfast Popovers

24h – SWEETing our way through NYC

Last Saturday, BlueBoots packed her weekend bag and headed out with BrownBear to NYC for a quick 24-hour getaway. Buckle yourself in, and get ready for a whirlwind trip in photos! Enjoy 🙂 We got in our hybrid and sped off for a few hours, parked the car somewhere and ventured into Manhattan. When we … More 24h – SWEETing our way through NYC