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Diary of a Homemaker’s Week: We Are Gonna Do This

 Saturday:  I slept well last night.  It was especially nice to have a bit of a lie-in this morning and not come out until 8am.  My only mistake was not eating a proper breakfast.  I paid for that a little later.  All I would have to have done was eat a little bit more.   We had to go do the errands we couldn't get done yesterday.  I loathe going to the grocery store on Saturdays.   I mentioned last time we got our haircuts that we'd had an awesome experience at an out of the way salon.  Today we opted for a branch of the same salon near Kroger.  What a pleasure to come in and find one of the girls...

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Inside Birch & Rye, NorCal’s Only New Restaurant Nominated for a James Beard Award

Despite a glut of fantastic restaurants opening in the Bay Area and Wine Country last year, the list of semi-finalists for the prestigious James Beard Award for best new restaurant included just one from Northern California: Birch & Rye.No one who follows the Bay Area food scene was surprised that the modern Russian restaurant in Noe Valley got the nod. Birch & Rye’s star has been rising quickly since its doors opened last February. It is so far the only Russian restaurant to have earned Michelin recognition in the United States, and chef-owner Anya El-Wattar was named Eater SF’s 2022 chef of the year.El-Wattar’s elegant, contemporary menu thoughtfully teases apart and reshapes the elements of Russian cooking, but she does...

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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

These Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are savory and cheesy filled with a delicious sausage and two kinds of cheese. Topped with a panko and herb mixture and baked to golden bubbly perfection. Fancy enough for a dinner party, but will fly off your casual party table as well. Want another stuffed mushroom option? Try my delicious Enchilada Stuffed Mushrooms. What are Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms? Stuffed mushrooms are a delicious and savory appetizer or side dish made by removing the stems from mushroom caps and filling with a mixture of ingredients, such as ground meat (like sausage), breadcrumbs, cheese, herbs, and spices. The filled caps are then baked or grilled until the filling is hot and the mushrooms are tender. Best Mushrooms...

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❤️ Make Something Special this Valentine’s Day

Weekly Meal Plan Bonus – Valentine’s Day For this Valentine’s Day, treat yourself, and your special someone, to a delicious home-cooked meal! Pick your favorites below! I curated some of my favorite Valentine’s Day dishes for you to choose from on this special day! On The Menu This Week: Appetizers. Garlic Butter Shrimp, Cheese Fondue, Smoked Salmon Dip Drinks. Brandy Old Fashioned, Strawberry Champagne, St. Germain Cocktail Main Dish. Air Fryer Steak, Salmon Wellington, Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Balsamic Glazed Salmon Sides. Baked Potato, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Asparagus Desserts. Flourless Chocolate Torte, Dark Chocolate Cookies, Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie, Chocolate Fondue DID YOU KNOW? By creating an account, you can personalize your meal plans and shopping...

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Deliveroo reveals Pizzastrology ahead of National Pizza Day

    With National Pizza Day approaching on February 9th, Deliveroo has teamed up with astrologer Sally Kirkman to match each star sign with their perfect pizza. Sally says, “Astrology is an ancient art, and each of the 12 zodiac star signs has been linked to different foods, spices & herbs for thousands of years. You may be surprised to discover the food orders and choices you make via Deliveroo have a lot to do with your star sign, including your favourite pizza toppings.” Which pizza topping best suits your own star sign? Find out below…   ARIES – As a fire sign Aries, you’re hot & spicy by nature, just like your favourite pizza toppings. A great choice would...

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