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Seductive Southern Sicily 🍷 September 8 – 15 2022
Southern Sicily 2022 with Chef Nancy and Demet Guzey Ph.D
April in Paris on Atlanta and Company – Herb Salad and Champagne Dressing
I was so lucky to work in Paris this February - I spoke at Vin Expo/Wine Paris on behalf of the USDA. I shared American wine info at a "Les Talks" during the largest annual conference for wine in France! Yes, it was incredibly fun, and interesting. My mostly French...
Happy St Patrick’s Day! Most Likely Candidate to become a green sparkling quaffer for St Patrick’s Day? Prosecco
Want to know more about Prosecco? Click HERE to see this post in "action"! Here’s 5 things to share about Prosecco that may make you thirsty right about now… ONE Prosecco comes from an “old world” country – or a country that has been making wine for a long time....
Summer’s End Eating with Atlanta and Company
Eating well in summer starts with all your favorite produce. We are so lucky in Georgia to have summer fruit and veggies through the month of September, and sometimes even in October! Here are three ways to celebrate the end of summer eating with delicious produce....
Happy National Pizza Day! Celebrating with Atlanta and Company
What fun to host an Atlanta and Company Pizza Party with some creative chefs and fun host Christine - Click HERE to see all the action! Pizza is just what you make it – its only limited by your creativity! Starting from the bottom to the top – you can use many things...
Banana Bread Competition – The Winning Recipe
The Winning Banana Bread? Hands down it was the one on the LEFT in the photo – using cannellini beans as half the fat in the recipe. Hey! There’s nothing wrong with butter, but if you can amp up the veggies and protein in a sweet treat why wouldn’t you? (The right...
TWO Chillable Reds for Spring and Summer Quaffing – This Week on Atlanta and Company!
You are outside grilling up a juicy cheeseburger and enjoying our beautiful Southern spring weather – What’s in your glass? CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO Sure, there’s lots of yummy rosé and delicious white wine for warm weather enjoyment. But if you don’t want to...
Roasted Kahala with Brussels Sprouts Slaw
As promised, here’s my first recipe for the fresh Forever Oceans Kahala that I received a few days ago. (You can see my video on my IG profile.) WOW! It was super easy to work with, and it tasted incredibly good with awesome texture and flavor. Don’t be concerned...
Happy National Chocolate Month – Mole Enchiladas!
I had a blast sharing Mole Enchiladas with fun host Christine on 11 Alive's Atlanta and Company this week! Easy, Fast and Fun Mole Sauce topping Enchiladas that you stuff with your favorite ingredients. Click HERE to check out the video! February is the Chocolate...
Celebrate Chocolate Month with an EASY YUMMY FUN Chocolate Truffle!
Just because Valentine's was last week doesn't mean you can't have chocolate - Happy Chocolate Month! Toast to the rich taste of these yummy truffles with a glass of Rosa Regale from Banfi. The Brachetto d'Acqui grape is the perfect partner to chocolate. Deep Dark...
Hot and Spicy Cornbread
In my kitchen, we love hot and spicy food - so each year when the holiday rolls around, I find a way to celebrate. What holiday you ask? Of course its International Hot and Spicy Food Day held on the 16th of January. Here's this year's winner from our hot and spicy...
What is an Aioli – and How to Make One
Aioli means “garlic and oil” in ancient Catalan/Provencal languages – and that’s the two primary ingredients in this lovely, rich sauce. It’s served up in Mediterranean Spain, Southern France - Provence and Southern Italy – Calabria and Sicily. I often see it with as...
Red Lentil and Butternut Squash Soup with Garam Masala Roasted Shrimp and The Golden Wines of Bordeaux
I don’t skip a beat when asked “What should I drink with Indian Food?” My answer to the question, has always been “Off-Dry Riesling”. After attending an online class presented by the Golden Wines of Bordeaux – I have an awesome alternative pairing which makes both the...
Black Baked Beans – An Easy and Flavorful Side!
Baked Beans are a traditional side for tailgates and cook outs, here’s a version made with one of America’s favorite legumes – black beans. I've made this twist on baked beans for about 10 years now - and whenever they are served up, people love them! One of the last...
Atlanta & Co – Super Summer Salads!
Loved appearing on Atlanta & CO today to share some yummy, easy and fun summer salads - using the best of the season's produce! Here's the recipes for the two salads. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do! Thanks for joining me in my kitchen. If you like recipes...
Finger Lakes Riesling Camp – Eugenia by Dr Frank
Some of you may know that I am participating in the Finger Lakes Riesling camp this spring. Wine Camp, doesn’t that sound fun? Wish it could have been in person, but this camp has gone virtual and me and my fellow campers signed on yesterday to enjoy wines with the...
Burger Madness – Three Yummy and Easy Burgers Made without Meat!
Dietician Shayna and Healthy Chef Partyologist Nancy Waldeck collaborate on three burger recipes that rock! Shayna kicks us off with an intro and some cute taste testers! Click HERE to see the Video! Chef Nancy Shows Us the Yummy Mediterranean Inspired Lentil Burgers!...
Thai Style Lettuce Wraps with Three Ingredient Peanut Sauce
If you’re tired of the same old dinner – and takeout is getting expensive and boring – here’s a solution. So Easy, so fast and so delicious – plus dinner always more fun when you make it at the table!
Two Super Easy and Wildly Delicious JAR Salad Dressings
Are you getting tired of the same old dressings - out of the fridge door or delivered? Its time to shake up your taste buds by making these easy and delicious dressings yourself! Why would you want to do this? ONE - You control the ingredients, no soybean oil, veg oil...
Creamy and Delicious Black Bean Hummus
Here’s the easiest ever way to make a quick dip that everyone will love. So easy in fact that you can have the kids help you make it! It makes the most of an avocado by including it in a dip to make the dip creamy and delicious. Let’s face it - a serving of avocado is...