Nothing goes better with cooler temperatures than a hot cup of Joe! It’s finally starting to feel like fall — woo-hoo! Check out these sensational coffee recipes we’re featuring on Great Day Houston this week…
Chocolate
Say ‘Good Morning’ with Powdered Peanut Butter Banana Pops!
Ever heard of ‘peanut butter powder?’ It’s incredible, and it’s one of the tasty tips that make these frozen banana pops from Chef Charlotte in H-E-B’s Cooking Connections so sensational.These are easy to make…a five minute fantasy in the kitchen. Your kiddos will also love them as an after-school snack. Heck, bring them in on the cooking process!
‘Shaking’ Things Up! Beer & Wine Milkshakes…
All of your favorite things whipped into one! Wine milkshakes have become incredibly popular…the combinations are endless. Believe it or not, they’re just as good with beer too. These are a couple of my current faves. Play around with the ingredients, there are no wrong answers here — just some simple recipes to revel in!
The Right Red Wine, Red Meat & Chocolate Could Be Healthy
What a start to the new year! Actually, in moderation, these ‘luxuries’ can be good for you. Let’s start with red meat—a particular kind of red meat. Next, chocolate – dark chocolate. Dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidant properties. Last but not least – red wine.
Last Minute Holiday Treats I Found at HEB
In the mad dash to buy last minute gifts, party snacks (me snacks) and groceries for that big meal, I stumbled upon some great goodies at HEB. They’re promoting their Primo Picks–unique items that stand out.
Chock Full of Chocolate in the Hill Country
Epicure Gourmet Market is the epicenter for high end chocolate that you can’t get anywhere else! There are a world of delightful choices and that’s because these chocolates come from all over the globe.
Heart for Chocolate
Bliss in a box! A friend gave me a box of these delightful ‘Choicolates’ for Christmas, and I finished all two dozen of them… by myself! They are beautiful, delicate works of art not only in appearance but also in taste.
Romance at Sunset
What a romantic setting! Imagine a sipping a cold glass of champagne as you watch the magnificent sun set over the rolling Texas Hill Country. That’s the view at Francesca’s restaurant at the Westin La Cantera Hotel and Spa. But, the view is only the beginning—the food is fantastic.
Adults Only This Halloween
No more candy corn or popcorn balls – this Halloween I want to enjoy a treat with a little less sugar but still a lot of style, so I found a San Antonio chocolatier who can make just about anything you want out of chocolate. Apples are in peak form right now, so why not a yummy dark chocolate covered apple dripping with toasted nuts?
Chocolate, Sensual Pleasures & Your Health
Dark Chocolate, your health and your love life may all be linked! Talk about a fun research project. The San Antonio Public Library Foundation asked me to research a book on chocolate for one of their Literary Feasts fundraisers. It’s called Chocolate a Healthy Passion by Shara Aaron and Monica Bearden. Looks like my favorite […]