Category Archives: Ina Garten

Move Over Moses! Here’s MY Commandments! Atypical 60’s Rules to Live By!

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Catherine

Alright. I’ll admit, I’m a bit hungover today. A bit too much of the bubbly on a week night and some Côtes de Provence does not a chipper gal make in the morning! But I had my moments of pity … Continue reading →

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Musings on Cooking–The Books. The Shows. And Me!

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Catherine

It’s pretty common knowledge that I enjoy cooking and baking. Given the fact my better half, Bonaparte, is a Frenchman, he is the Gallic essence of the saying “The way to a man’s heart is to his stomach”. Caveat on … Continue reading →

Posted in Cooking Channel, Extra Virgin, Food Network, Great Chefs, Ina Garten, John Folse, Mo Rocca, My Grandmother's Ravoli, Nathalie Dupree, Taste of Louisiana | Tagged , , | 9 Comments

Dinner Guests Aren’t Due Till Saturday–But The Dessert Is Already Made–And More Sweet Stuff!

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Catherine

Monsieur Bonaparte has invited guests for dinner this coming Saturday. He’s invited a couple whom he has been friends with for years. His daughter, her husband and their daughter will also be joining us. It’ll be a nice, intimate grouping! … Continue reading →

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