Two months ago, my daughter Kara was married in New Orleans. I have never seen such a beautiful and happy bride. It was a joyous day for our family!
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The Big Easy
April 12, 2014 in Family, Restaurants, Travel
My first trip to New Orleans will be filled with memories of my youngest daughter’s wedding. It was like a fairy tale and she was the beautiful princess.
Why I Started This Blog
I love cookbooks. I mean I really love them. I love to read them, treasure them, learn from them, and, of course, cook from them. To me, cookbooks take on a life all of their own. They are history, family, and memories. I have been collecting cookbooks and writing down treasured recipes of family, friends, and neighbors since about age twelve, which means I now own thousands of cookbooks, recipes, and clippings. Now I want to share them with you along with the many other culinary treasures of my cellar." - Debbie Vanni