Archive for the ‘Entertaining’ Category

  • Spruce up your winter entertaining

    Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

    (ARA) – This winter isn’t turning out the way Stephanie Andrews initially planned. The tight economy is forcing her to cancel her vacation to a sunny destination. But rather than get the winter blahs, she’s going all out sprucing up her home to entertain family and friends, ultimately creating memories that she believes will end [...]

  • Wine is a gift of flavor, knowledge

    Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

    (ARA) – Is there a person on your Valentine’s Day list who has always wanted to become a little more cultured about wine? Perhaps he or she has attended several wine tasting events to sample different styles – just to pique his or her interest even more.
    A wine club membership could be the perfect gift [...]

  • Lavash Pizza with a Salad of Greens, Gorgonzola and Toasted Almonds

    Friday, July 31st, 2009

    Makes 4 (8×12-inch) lavash pizzas
    Active time: 20 minutes
    Start to finish time: 30 minutes
    1/2  cup whole blanched almonds (or whole natural)
    1 1/2  tablespoons white wine vinegar
    3  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
          Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    4  pieces lavash bread, cut into 8 x 12-inch rectangles
    6  ounces grated mozzarella cheese
    8  cups baby salad greens
    4 [...]