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National Cocoa Day – Lavender Cocoa

Posted on December 12, 2018 by HelenFern

Did you know there’s a difference between hot chocolate and hot cocoa? Here in the U.S. we tend to use the terms interchangeably, but there is a difference! Hot chocolate is literally drinking chocolate – shavings of chocolate melted into … Continue reading →

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Oyster Stuffed Mushrooms

Posted on January 11, 2018 by HelenFern

I love oysters. I love them any way you want to serve them. And I love mushrooms. Here is a delicious recipe that combines the two. A delicious oyster and juicy mushroom all in one bite!

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National Cocoa Day

Posted on December 13, 2016 by HelenFern

 Yep – there is a National day of celebration for that cup of warm goodness, Cocoa! But don’t confuse hot cocoa with hot chocolate. They aren’t the same! Hot chocolate is made by mixing ground chocolate with milk.  Chocolate contains … Continue reading →

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National Hot & Spicy Food Day – Huevos Rancheros with Chile Tortillas

Posted on August 19, 2016 by HelenFern

Did you know today was National Hot & Spicy Food Day?  They say that man has eaten spicy foods for more than 6,000 years!  Many cultures throughout the world use those sweat producing spices in their dishes.  And they say … Continue reading →

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