This St. Patrick’s Day I’m skipping the dayglo green and opting for homey, traditional Irish farmhouse recipes. This is quintessential March fare, whether you’re hunkering down through the last days of…
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Instant Pot Dulce de Leche ~ finally, the definitive homemade dulce de leche recipe ~ this one is quick, easy, safe, and utterly fabulous. It’s just one of the many surprising…
London based, Israeli born chef Yotam Ottolenghi is just a genius, plain and simple ~ he never fails to tempt me out of my comfort zone in the kitchen. Here are…
Instant Pot Rosé Risotto and 9 other Rosé Recipes ~ it’s all about the wonderful world of Rosé today, with lots of Valentine worthy inspiration, including a unique rosé wine infused…
20 Nordic Recipes to Try Right Now ~ sure, you’ve baked spritz cookies during the holidays, and maybe you’ve had a Swedish meatball or two, (thanks Ikea), but do you really…
15 Noodle Bowls You Can’t Live Without ~ that’s right, these are game changing meals inspired by the iconic bowls of Japan, China, Thailand, Korea, and Vietnam. Rich flavorful broth, amazing…
The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Dinner ~ are you pulling out all the stops this Valentine’s Day? I’ve got your back with the makings for a deliciously impressive (but totally doable) romantic…
It’s my birthday, and I’ve got birthday cakes on the brain! Everybody’s got their own idea about what makes a cake a birthday cake, but first and foremost, it has to…
What’s the score? Doesn’t matter ~ everybody’s a winner with these 15 Game Day Recipes. From chips and dips to meatballs and more, I’ve got all your bases covered for a…
What to Eat Now: Citrus ~ here are the best citrus recipes on tvfgi to help you make the most of these juicy gems of mid-winter, whether you have access to…
My favorite Recipes of 2017 ~ these are the ones I personally loved, and if you missed them, I recommend giving them a try. 2017 was a pretty tasty year!…
The Flavor Forecast for 2018 ~ you might already know the Pantone color of the year (it’s Ultra-Violet), but what about the food trends of 2018? Here’s what the experts are…
Pomegranate Mulled Cider is a delicately spiced, antioxidant rich, and delicious way to ring in the New Year ~ this healthy mocktail has helped me give up my daily drinking habit!…
‘Twas the night before Christmas…did you remember to make something for Santa? Here are a few easy last minute Christmas Eve snacks for Santa to ensure that your house doesn’t get…
Homemade Chocolate Truffles ~ it’s a happy coincidence for chocolate lovers everywhere that the most decadent chocolate candy on the planet is also the easiest to make. Here are some of…
What to Buy Now: Holiday Gift Guide ~ it’s that time of year again, and I bet some of you are stumped for ideas. Here are some fun last minute prezzies…
What to Bake Now: Gingerbread Cookies ~ they can be deep, dark, and chewy, or light and crisp ~ they can be frosted, glazed, sprinkled or plain ~ but whichever way…
What to Sip Now: Cozy Drinks ~ it’s finally here, my favorite time of year, cozy drink season! I’ll pour myself at least one a day from now until spring ~…
What to Make Now: Baked Brie ~ baked Brie is the easiest slam dunk appetizer ever invented. If you can turn on the oven you can make one of these ooey…
What to Eat Now: Fresh Cranberries ~ I’ve gathered together the best fresh cranberry recipes to help you savor those tangy red berries before they disappear for another year. I’ve got…
What to Plan Now: Thanksgiving Pies ~ here’s what I consider to be the best Thanksgiving pies for you to drool and dream over…but don’t dream too long, because time flies…
27 Fabulous Starbucks Copy Cat Recipes ~ whenever anything attains cult status there are bound to be copy cats, and every now and then the copies are even better than the…
What to Eat Now: Winter Squash ~ there’s a wonderland of winter squash out there, and it turns out the good eating goes way beyond pumpkin pie. So let’s get all…
What To Eat Now: Apples! OK, so apples are always available in the supermarket, but the juiciest, crispest, best-est apples are in season starting in August, peaking in September, and continuing…
What to Drink Now ~ Fall cocktails are the BEST…think cranberry, maple, apple, pear, fig, pumpkin, woodsy herbs and smokey spices ~ check out this gorgeous Autumn inspired cocktail collection and…
The ULTIMATE Guide to Freezer Jam ~ put away the big canning pot, the tongs, and all that pesky canning equipment, freezer jam is so much easier! Get your creative juices…
What to Eat Now ~ we’re right in the thick of blackberry season, which runs from July to early September across the country ~ so head out to your garden, farmers…
What to Eat in August ~ this last month of the season means it’s time to enjoy the best of summer food before it’s gone for another year. That means sweet…
From the farmers market to the backyard grill, July is all about fresh, easy food, enjoyed with family and friends. Here are some of my favorite recipes from TVFGI that are…
The ULTIMATE Guide to Deviled Eggs ~ is there anything better than these perfect little packages of protein packed goodness? Here’s 50 + of the world’s best deviled eggs, with enough…
25 MORE Fabulous Flourless Cookies ~ whether you’re eating gluten free, cutting carbs, trying to eat healthier, or just looking for some damn delicious cookies, you’ll want to taste-test every last…
The 11 Best Reasons to Eat More Dark Chocolate~ we’re not talking about a candy bar from the check out lane, we’re talking serious chocolate with a cacao content of 70%…
20 Healthy Recipes You Need To Get Your Glow Back ~ are you ready to hit the restart button? I know I am…here are my top 20 healthy recipes for 2017…
The doorbell just rang ~ and all you’ve got is a tub of hummus. What to do? Here are 50 ways to hack your hummus so you don’t miss a step. …
21 Easy and Adorable Holiday Appetizers ~ because sometimes we’re so preoccupied with the main course and the desserts that we forget all about the hungry hoards camping out in our…
Ready…Set…Preheat! Here are the 30 BEST Freezable Cookies to get you set for the holidays in advance, yoohoo! These cookies are freezable, packable, giftable, and most importantly ~ IRRESISTIBLE!…
15 Easy and Colorful Thanksgiving Side Dishes ~ from cranberries and green beans to bright orange squash, these side dishes bring your holiday meals to life!…
When it comes to holiday meals, it’s ALL about the gravy, and this collection of 12 of the best gravy recipes is just in time for the festivities. But be sure…
25 Amazing Pie Crusts ~ lots of incredible pie crusts to inspire all your holiday baking and beyond…so tie on your aprons and let’s get rolling……
Crème brûlée is one of my favorite desserts, but did you know you can ‘brûlée’ more than just custard? Light up your kitchen torches friends — we’re going to caramelize all…
Are you ready to up your Easter egg game? I hope so because we’ve collected tons of fresh ideas for stunning diy projects using everyday stuff like rubber cement, nail polish,…
Permission to Play! 20 Whimsical Recipes ~ fun recipes for creative cooks that will charm kids of all ages.…
Flu Fighter Cookies and 15 other delicious remedies ~ how are you all feeling? I haven’t been sick in ages, but now that I’ve said that out loud, I’m probably going…
18 Ways to Ring in the Lunar New Year ~ fun and festive authentic Asian recipes to help celebrate the Chinese New Year!…
This post is always a lot of fun for me…I get to look back over a year’s worth of hard work and delicious recipes and trot out a few winners for…
10 Things to do with a Pomegranate ~ pomegranate recipes, tips, and tricks, to making the most of this beautiful and healthy fall fruit! 10 Things to do with a Pomegranate…
How to Build the Ultimate Smoothie Bowl ~ everything you need to know to put together a beautiful and healthy breakfast! You’ve heard about them, you’ve probably seen them, but have…
The Top 100 Popsicles Of All Time ~ popsicles have taken the world by storm over the past several summers, and I bet you’ve finally caved in and bought yourself a…
25 Fabulous Flourless Cookies ~ these are the best of the best gluten free cookies, so delicious you won’t miss the flour one bit!…
2014 was a fantastic year here at TVFGI. We’ve shared so many great meals together and I’ve loved getting to know you a little better on facebook, and through your comments. …
I really love doing these posts every December. For most of the year I’m glued to my statistics, busy worrying about which post is doing well, what’s flopping, and what, if…
You know what I’m talking about…say the word chicken at about 4 o’clock in the afternoon and a pall falls over the family. B -O -R -I -N -G ! But…
We’re a nation of sandwich eaters, and while I have nothing against them, I just think they’re a little…boring. I’d so much rather have real food for lunch. Here are a…
25+ Ways to Put Edible Flowers on the Table ~ flowers are one of the joys of spring time, and they’re also back in vogue as garnishes and ingredients in all…
I had such fun rounding up some of my favorite healthy recipes to share today. Healthy recipes don’t always get the same amount of attention as sweets and treats, so it’s…
The Best Candy Themed Treats ~ a fun round-up of the best ways to use up stray Halloween candy that you might happen to have lying around after (or before!) the…
Grab your favorite mug and hold on to your bathrobe…here’s a lightening round-up of delicious treats made especially for the am hours… Whole Grain Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Bourbon Glaze Roasted…
Some gadgets clank around in the the cabinet and never see the light of day— but others become invaluable tools, Here are a few that you might not already have in…
I’m usually not interested in these crazy National This and National That days. Like, yesterday was National Peanut Cluster Day. Come on. But National Meatball Day? That’s something I can get…
My friend Judith and I visited a stone yard yesterday. We were looking for slabs to use in our kitchens for working with bread dough, pastries and crusts. My new kitchen…
