Ginger Caramels, and All the End of the Year Celebrations
Come Thanksgiving, and everything is a whirlwind of events, celebrations and parties. The fact that my birthday is in early December adds to it. Not to mention the yearly tradition of attending the Handel’s Messiah concert by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. Ginger caramels have become a favorite with my sons at this time of year, so I thought it was time to post the recipe here on the blog.
Making wreaths with Shelby and Ruby Moon Flower Farm
The young ones at Thanksgiving
One of the utensils you will need for ginger caramels (or for any type of caramel) is a candy thermometer. I suggest you get one if you plan on making caramels, because they’re not expensive, and they take the guesswork out of reaching the right consistency for your caramels —not too soft, not too hard, just right. (more…)
If November 2024 started with a trip to London and Edinburgh, November 2025 hasn’t lagged behind in excitement, with a trip to beautiful Maui, in the Hawaii archipelago. A perfect excuse to accompany this post with a celebratory dish, beef shank with wine and pimentón sauce.
But don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying beef shank with wine and pimentón sauce should only be made for a special occasion. It’s just that it’s one of those dishes that looks beautiful on your plate and at the same time, feels comforting — the kind of dish your children coming home for the holidays are craving and will appreciate.