In West Texas, nachos are a fan favorite at concession stands, served in a paper tray with corn chips, warm yellow cheese sauce and a few pickled jalapeño slices on top. They have been simple, unfussy and never meant to be gourmet. But after cheering on your favorite team, those nachos tasted like part of the celebration. Breakfast Nachos Breakfast nachos put a fun, … [Read more...]
Beyond the Espresso Martini
Long before coffee found its way into martini glasses and cocktail shakers, it was already doing what great drinks have always done: bringing people together. Coffee traveled the world and became woven into morning routines and everyday life across countless cultures. It was only a matter of time before someone wondered what would happen if coffee met a little whiskey, rum or … [Read more...]
Cinnamon-Glazed Pumpkin Muffins
I love fall! It's one of my favorite seasons, and baking in fall is especially fun because of all the warm, cozy flavors I get to use. Pumpkin and cinnamon are two of those fall flavors, and this muffin recipe uses both of them. This would be a perfect option to have for brunch, or you could make these as treats for neighbors or for if you have guests coming to stay with … [Read more...]
Build a Bite
A food bar guide for summer parties Summer parties thrive on easy, fun vibes, and nothing captures that better than a food bar. Food bars are customizable, social and, most importantly, fun. Here are some examples of how to build a food bar one bite at a time! Taco Bar Tacos are a classic crowd-pleaser. Guests can build their perfect taco, making it ideal for picky … [Read more...]
At the Table with the Founding Fathers
As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, flags seem to wave a little higher, traditions feel a little deeper and it’s only natural to reflect on where we’ve come from. Anniversaries like this have a way of bringing the past into sharper focus. Not just the major moments memorialized in history books, but the atmosphere surrounding them. It makes you … [Read more...]