I was shocked to discover how SIMPLE it is to prepare asparagus. Seriously, it’s so SIMPLE I feel a little silly posting about it, but hey, maybe some of you don’t know either. 1. Trim asparagus. Some people bend the spears until they naturally snap. I just slice them to the same length to fit my … Continue reading Blanched Asparagus
I’ve never in my life wanted to ask someone for a salad recipe!” – Laura K. The evening before my first brunch, it occurred to me that the only items on the menu my two gluten-free friends would be able to eat were the steamed asparagus and fresh strawberries. I searched online for a recipe that would … Continue reading Kale & Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
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Jolyn Parker is an author, artist, musician, teacher and party planner. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area and is the founder and director of Joy-n-Delight Services whose mission is to help people experience joy and delight in everyday living through art, music, books and gatherings. Jolyn hosts brunches for her friends in groups of … Continue reading About
I had good intentions, trying to save the planet and all. Was thinking that since I’m having a brunch for a bunch regularly now, I should invest in silverware and plates, etc. so that I’m not adding to the landfill each month. The good… I found an online restaurant supply company that I recommend: Webstaurant Store (I’m not an affiliate or … Continue reading Tips re Saving the Planet
The first word of this blog is Simple. If you’re wanting an authentic eggs Benedict with homemade hollandaise sauce, you’re sure to find many a great recipe on Google. But below is a very simple, tasty and lovely casserole version of this dish. Click here to print the Eggs Benedict Casserole Recipe or read on for step-by-step instructions. 1. Eggs Benedict is traditionally made with Canadian bacon, … Continue reading Eggs Benedict Casserole with Hollandaise Sauce
G’mornin’ all! How exciting to be starting my first blog! I’ve got so much to learn, so please bear with me and give me your gentle feedback. As I was doing my 2014-year-end review and setting intentions for 2015, my first intention was to find a way to stay in better touch with my friends. I … Continue reading Let’s Start at the Very Beginning