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May 13, 2023
15 min

Rachael Ray Appearance Anniversary

I was only a few days away from taking my first steps in New York City and being in the same room with Rachael Ray and Chef Jacques Pepin!

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Christina Williams

Mar 27, 2023
2 min

A day in the life...

A day in the life of a small business owner on a semi-day off...

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Christina Williams

Mar 8, 2023
2 min

International Women Day '23

A few years ago I typed up a version of this and I share it every year on social media for International Women Day. This year I'm editing...

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Christina Williams

Jan 6, 2023
6 min

My Week in Paris

I spent a week in Paris! Here's a short recap of the best parts!

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Trial by Fire: A Learning Experience in Catering

Christina Williams

May 2, 2022
4 min

Trial by Fire: A Learning Experience in Catering

This past weekend I was honored to be a part of a local counseling center's team outing. Amanda, the owner of Scottsville Counseling Center.

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Christina Williams

Nov 22, 2021
3 min

The Question of Brine

This time of year, there are many of opinions and thoughts regarding certain big holiday feasts being prepared. One of those is to brine or

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Christina Williams

Nov 21, 2021
2 min

Cranberry Orange Muffins w/Crumble

Holiday mornings are usually jam packed with tons of activity in the kitchen in my house, so this is a perfect make ahead quick breakfast...

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Christina Williams

Oct 23, 2021
3 min

Kitchen Notes & Recipes

Years ago, I watched my mom, my aunts and my grandma pull tanned and dirty index cards from their recipe boxes. Script, handwritten and...

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Christina Williams

Oct 13, 2021
1 min

Chai White Russian

with the ole' Kentucky spin. I already use Zest. Juice for Life's Oh Jay in a quick bread recipe I make sometimes, and cocktails are a...

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Christina Williams

Oct 10, 2021
3 min

National Mental Health Day

I have a meeting this week with a brand consultant, so the idea of brand has been on my mind a bit more than usual. I normally just try...

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Christina Williams

Sep 20, 2021
2 min

Dutch Baby Pancakes

These puffy pancakes are a nice break from the standard pancakes you might find in your kitchen on any given morning. *Some links in post...

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Christina Williams

Aug 24, 2021
2 min

Peach Cobbler

This weekend I picked up quite a load of fresh peaches from a local orchard. We prepped the full bushel. I made freezer peach pie filling...

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Christina Williams

Jul 29, 2021
2 min

Chicken Saltimbocca

"Saltimbocca": jump in the mouth. Typically made with veal or chicken cutlets. After working in restaurants I have walked away with...

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Christina Williams

Jul 28, 2021
2 min

Blue Jello Galaxy Cake

Geek met cook for this one, y'all. Yesterday, July 27th 2021 was the 24th Birthday of the first episode of Stargate SG1, AND today is the...

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Christina Williams

Jun 7, 2021
1 min

Is this still a thing?

Is avocado toast still a thing? No? Yes? Okay, to be fair, I don't care. I make a Rosemary Olive Oil bread. But I really am not a bread...

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Christina Williams

Jun 6, 2021
2 min

Collard Greens Wrapped Snapper

This week I've been to the Farmer's Market, once as a customer and once as a vendor. Not only did I have a great turn out for my second...

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Christina Williams

Feb 22, 2021
2 min

National Margarita Day!

In case you didn't know, today is National Margarita Day! Here are a few recipes that I enjoy! *This post is in no way sponsored by...

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Christina Williams

Feb 19, 2021
4 min

Leftover & Pantry Dishes; Pt 1

This will be the first installment of what will probably be me telling you all about how I use up leftovers from time to time and how I...

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Christina Williams

Feb 14, 2021
2 min

Chicken Piccata

My families Valentine's dinner is a nice Chicken Piccata and sides of seared sumac carrots with a Romaine and Arugula salad with...

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Christina Williams

Feb 13, 2021
1 min

Galentine's Goodies

Happy Galentine's Day, y'all! These red velvet cookie sandwiches and pudding parfaits are the perfect companion to any girls night. Or if...

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