Is watermelon a fruit or vegetable? Basically, it’s a fruit and a vegetable. It’s complicated! Should we call it a fruveggie? One thing I do know is that watermelon is my all-time favorite summer fruit/vegetable. There’s nothing like an ice-cold watermelon on a hot, summer day.
Author: Alli Smith
Alli’s passions are writing, storytelling and throwing a mean party (that’s a good thing). She’s learned plenty of party planning tricks along the way and loves to share her menus, recipes and helpful hints for extraordinary events!All of Alli’s parties have to be fun, frugal and fabulous! The décor is always simple, yet stunning. The food is scrumptious and satisfying. Stick around and she’ll show you how to take her ideas and make them your own.
Pistachio Orange Asparagus
I’ve been on an orange and pistachio kick lately – two of my favorite flavors. I firmly believe the old adage that we eat with our eyes first so I always pay special attention to presentation. I don’t like to serve anything that isn’t appealing to the eye. Asparagus is a beautiful spring vegetable and… Continue reading Pistachio Orange Asparagus
Brownie Ice Cream Cones
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream . . . and brownies. Ice cream is always better when it’s sitting on top of something á la mode style. Cobblers, pies and cake are all amped up a notch when accompanied by a big scoop of ice cream. It will soon be hot,… Continue reading Brownie Ice Cream Cones
Easy Strawberry Tartlets
I’m yearning for spring after a winter storm reached its icy fingers down south and left a 3° windchill in it’s path. Brr. I decided to give spring a nudge by whipping up my easy strawberry tartlets. Cream cheese, a touch of honey, brown sugar and strawberries come together to form an elegant dessert that… Continue reading Easy Strawberry Tartlets