Truth be told, these are my favorite types of meal Truth be told, these are my favorite types of meals… platters where you can just pick at them while sipping wine and catching up with a friend. Chances are, if you come over for a meal, you’re getting an assortment of things to nosh on, maybe a mix of homemade appetizers… but just an array of deliciousness you can snack on whilst enjoying the evening. 

I’ve been wanting to make a lox platter for awhile now, so here we are. I sprinkled some Everything But the Bagel seasoning onto smoked lox and then added sliced cucumbers and radishes to the platter along with sliced bialys and crackers. Dipping items are a must so I included hummus and tzatziki. A fun platter just to nibble from, but a bialys sandwich with everything stuffed in it was pretty perfect too. Hope that gave you a little bit of inspo for something you can easily whip up too!
I had planned another type of post tonight, but in I had planned another type of post tonight, but in light of today’s news, it just doesn’t feel right. Some days it can be hard to find the sunshine, especially a day like today. I can’t make sense as to why things like today continue to happen while people spend copious amounts of energy worrying about banning books and drag shows. Make it make sense. Just make it fucking make sense. It doesn’t. You can’t. Until it does, use your voice. Show up to meetings. Sign the petitions. Text ACT to 644-33 to get involved (I did). Be so loud that you can’t be ignored, until things change. Thirteen school shootings this year. When is enough, enough?
Weekend photos in review, old school edition. Cont Weekend photos in review, old school edition.
Context: 1) Lola has zero chill in the car, 2) fulfilling request for Chicken Parm Penne with Vodka Sauce, 3) Sunday vibes 4) my favorite porchetta sandwich 5) from @butlerandtheboard 6) affirmations, 7) the sun was out today
Just like the moon, you’re whole no matter what Just like the moon, you’re whole no matter what phase you’re in. ✨ Got this one back in September and it’s one of my favorites. I sometimes forget it’s there until I get a random flash of it.
Happy #NationalPuppyDay to these two. I used to ca Happy #NationalPuppyDay to these two. I used to call Clifford an asshat, because he basically was. But there’s a new asshat in town… 🙄 Clifford is now a freaking rockstar. His tumor and age have slowed him down a LOT and he virtually never misbehaves, and we are seriously so proud of him. Lola, on the other hand, is still full blown PUPPY. Tonight I’m assembling a gate to replace the wooden one she ate through. 😂 Berners love wood and she is OBSESSED with being in the kitchen. So one new metal gate coming right up as soon as I can figure out how to put it together.
Last week when I met the owners of the new French Last week when I met the owners of the new French bakery in town, I told them how happy I was that they were opening … because now I had an endless source for gifts for my mom’s future birthdays and Christmases. She was born in Paris and we’ve grown up with a healthy appreciation for French things … starting with their pastries and baguettes, but so much more. My daughter took her first trip to Paris last year and thoroughly enjoyed the croissants there and she deemed the ones at @chocolatinenj just as perfect. No surprise there since the owner is a French pastry chef! If you’re local and haven’t been, do make a point to stop in and visit. They’re open Wednesday through Sunday and have a wide selection of sweet and savory items and a few French retail selections as well. We’ve tried the macarons, the Croque Monsieur, the croissants, the tomato tarts, the baguette … basically we’re working our way through their display case in due time. Don’t miss this one - enjoy!
People complain about how much time is spent on ph People complain about how much time is spent on phones sometimes, but if it wasn’t for phones. I wouldn’t have these awesome little snippets of them growing up. I only wish I had more. Appreciate and document the little mundane things, for they are the very fabric of your life.
happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’v happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’ve been waiting for the seasons to change and I’m so excited that Mother Nature was on board today! ☀️ There is nothing like the energy from the sun and it makes me happy. Hope you got some today!
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Calling Your Cinco de Mayo Plans!

May 3, 2007 · Friends and Family, Holidays and More

I had been planning to have a small Cinco de Mayo fete for awhile now. The holiday is finally back on a Saturday, so I figured I might as well take advantage of that. The other day, my mom and I were talking about how expensive it can be to have parties sometimes, and I totally agree. Forget the food, if you get swept into decorations, alcohol and the like, the bottom line can definitely get away from you … and quickly. And that got me to thinking…

I like a challenge as much as the next person, so I decided to give myself one to make it interesting. There will be six adults and three kids, and I’m going to try and do it for $30. Someone doesn’t think I can do it. The Neighbors and The Newlywed Neighbors are going to be bringing a few things as well, so that will help to round it out. Don’t worry, it’s not going to be just a few cans of beans on the menu; there will be no shortage of food in my endeavor to meet my self-imposed challenge, I promise you. Having a well-stocked pantry will certainly help, and once I settle on a final menu, I’m going to hit the store tomorrow.

So that’s MY plan for our Cinco de Mayo this weekend. What’s yours? Throwing a party? And if so, what’s on YOUR menu?

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  1. Madeline says

    May 4, 2007 at 12:41 am

    Clarification! I think you can do it, but not with the menu you are considering! Chips and salsa, some guac, quesadillas, yes, you could it. But you’re getting all fancy schmancy! ;)

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  2. Claire says

    May 4, 2007 at 3:11 am

    I’m impressed…I believe you can do it! No plans here, maybe go to a party but I’m not sure. We’ll see!

    Reply
  3. WhiteTrashBBQ says

    May 4, 2007 at 4:11 am

    No Cinco De Mayo in the Fernandez household. We’re meeting up with the relatives in Rumson and Locust, NJ for a first communion party followed by a Kentucky derby bash.

    Prissy, fetch me a julep!

    Reply
  4. Dani says

    May 4, 2007 at 5:38 am

    I kinda already had my Cinco de Mayo Party this year when I did a Cinco de Mayo themed Grandplattern in my Garde Manger class.

    I love your idea with the $30 challenge!

    Reply
  5. Heather says

    May 4, 2007 at 12:54 pm

    We are having a quarto de mayo party at work today. I brought the guacamole. Nothing big for tomorrow night as the rain and clouds have got me in the dumps.
    But I definitely believe that you can do it for $30.

    Reply
  6. Alisha says

    May 4, 2007 at 2:02 pm

    Good luck with your challenge! I’m sure you can do it if you plan really well.

    We’re not doing a Cinco De Mayo celebration, but a dragon themed birthday party for my 6 year old. And, no, there’s no way I can get by on $30 for this one!

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  7. Anonymous says

    May 4, 2007 at 5:13 pm

    I’ll be checking out the derby with some good food

    the neighbor husband

    Reply
  8. Charise says

    May 4, 2007 at 5:49 pm

    If you are just counting the food in the $30, I bet you can do it for that many people.

    I was planning on going to the Derby with some college friends who live in Louisville, but don’t want to deal with the rain all day.

    So we are having a small get together here as well, most likely with chicken enchiladas, beans and rice, guac and chips, and perhaps some kind of chipotle-cinnamon-chocolate dessert. A lot of pantry items will come into play, so it shouldn’t be too expensive either. (until we add in all the Mexican beer for me and tequila for everyone else!)

    Reply
  9. Claire says

    May 4, 2007 at 7:34 pm

    I got bread for panzanella today…now i just have to get tomatoes! :-)

    Reply
  10. Cate says

    May 5, 2007 at 4:27 am

    Madeline – gotta have some challenge, right? ;)

    Claire – no plans? My favorite kind of day!

    WhiteTrashBBQ – next year, Kentucky Derby party, definitely. Drink one for me. :)

    Dani – what did you guys make? Any can’t-live-without recipes?

    Heather – love, love, love homemade guacamole. :)

    Alisha – definitely no kids birthday party for $30 – don’t I wish!

    The Neighbor Husband – what time is it on?

    Charise – I had enchiladas on the menu for awhile, but then found the Mexican Roast Chicken and changed my mind … for like the 10th time.

    Claire – can’t wait to hear what you think. :) What am I supposed to be making again?

    Reply

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Truth be told, these are my favorite types of meal Truth be told, these are my favorite types of meals… platters where you can just pick at them while sipping wine and catching up with a friend. Chances are, if you come over for a meal, you’re getting an assortment of things to nosh on, maybe a mix of homemade appetizers… but just an array of deliciousness you can snack on whilst enjoying the evening. 

I’ve been wanting to make a lox platter for awhile now, so here we are. I sprinkled some Everything But the Bagel seasoning onto smoked lox and then added sliced cucumbers and radishes to the platter along with sliced bialys and crackers. Dipping items are a must so I included hummus and tzatziki. A fun platter just to nibble from, but a bialys sandwich with everything stuffed in it was pretty perfect too. Hope that gave you a little bit of inspo for something you can easily whip up too!
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Weekend photos in review, old school edition. Cont Weekend photos in review, old school edition.
Context: 1) Lola has zero chill in the car, 2) fulfilling request for Chicken Parm Penne with Vodka Sauce, 3) Sunday vibes 4) my favorite porchetta sandwich 5) from @butlerandtheboard 6) affirmations, 7) the sun was out today
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I’ve been wanting to make a lox platter for awhile now, so here we are. I sprinkled some Everything But the Bagel seasoning onto smoked lox and then added sliced cucumbers and radishes to the platter along with sliced bialys and crackers. Dipping items are a must so I included hummus and tzatziki. A fun platter just to nibble from, but a bialys sandwich with everything stuffed in it was pretty perfect too. Hope that gave you a little bit of inspo for something you can easily whip up too!
I had planned another type of post tonight, but in I had planned another type of post tonight, but in light of today’s news, it just doesn’t feel right. Some days it can be hard to find the sunshine, especially a day like today. I can’t make sense as to why things like today continue to happen while people spend copious amounts of energy worrying about banning books and drag shows. Make it make sense. Just make it fucking make sense. It doesn’t. You can’t. Until it does, use your voice. Show up to meetings. Sign the petitions. Text ACT to 644-33 to get involved (I did). Be so loud that you can’t be ignored, until things change. Thirteen school shootings this year. When is enough, enough?
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Context: 1) Lola has zero chill in the car, 2) fulfilling request for Chicken Parm Penne with Vodka Sauce, 3) Sunday vibes 4) my favorite porchetta sandwich 5) from @butlerandtheboard 6) affirmations, 7) the sun was out today
Just like the moon, you’re whole no matter what Just like the moon, you’re whole no matter what phase you’re in. ✨ Got this one back in September and it’s one of my favorites. I sometimes forget it’s there until I get a random flash of it.
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Last week when I met the owners of the new French Last week when I met the owners of the new French bakery in town, I told them how happy I was that they were opening … because now I had an endless source for gifts for my mom’s future birthdays and Christmases. She was born in Paris and we’ve grown up with a healthy appreciation for French things … starting with their pastries and baguettes, but so much more. My daughter took her first trip to Paris last year and thoroughly enjoyed the croissants there and she deemed the ones at @chocolatinenj just as perfect. No surprise there since the owner is a French pastry chef! If you’re local and haven’t been, do make a point to stop in and visit. They’re open Wednesday through Sunday and have a wide selection of sweet and savory items and a few French retail selections as well. We’ve tried the macarons, the Croque Monsieur, the croissants, the tomato tarts, the baguette … basically we’re working our way through their display case in due time. Don’t miss this one - enjoy!
People complain about how much time is spent on ph People complain about how much time is spent on phones sometimes, but if it wasn’t for phones. I wouldn’t have these awesome little snippets of them growing up. I only wish I had more. Appreciate and document the little mundane things, for they are the very fabric of your life.
happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’v happy Spring, friends! Y’all know how long I’ve been waiting for the seasons to change and I’m so excited that Mother Nature was on board today! ☀️ There is nothing like the energy from the sun and it makes me happy. Hope you got some today!

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