Jun 04, 2021
All the STUFF that goes along with owning a dog. | Fran Berger
I got a dog! I've been thinking about adding a dog to my household for quite a few years. And he's such a lovely companion now. BUT… I didn't know about all the STUFF that goes along with dogs. So...
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May 28, 2021
How to batch mix a party Martini. | Fran Berger
We can have friends over again, (YAY!) and I think it's time to get back to home entertaining basics: having drinks ready for guests! My recommendation - use this very simple Martini recipe and pre-batch and pre-chill. The drinks are...
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May 21, 2021
The right pasta for the right sauces. | Fran Berger
Who doesn't love a plate of pasta? The challenge can be learning what kind of pasta is BEST with the sauces we want to prepare and enjoy. The strand and ribbon pasta (examples: Spaghetti, Bucatini, Linguini, Pappardelle, Fettuccine) are good with...
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May 14, 2021
Visit Napa, and fall in love! | Fran Berger
I love Napa. I go as often as I can - in fact I go so often it's like another home. I do, of course, have my favorites... these wineries are always on the top of my 'to visit' list...
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May 10, 2021
There is something very special about drinking tea out of a beautiful cup
There is something very special about drinking tea out of a beautiful teacup. Most people use mugs – you know, the same ones they use for coffee, soup, even ice cream? Just imagine how different it would be if you...
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