by The Staff | Jan 27, 2026 | Quick & Easy, Recipes, Vegetarian
A Humble Dish Revisited By Mrs. Kossenfloffer I must have been a weird kid, because one of my favorite meals was mushrooms on toast. My mother would sauté mushrooms and onions, then serve them piled high on toast. Not exactly kid food. Lately, as I’m always on the...
by coastalnews1 | Dec 26, 2025 | Recipes, Vegetarian
The Sweet and Savory Side That Steals the Show By Mrs. Kossenfloffer I’ve been known to plan a meal around a condiment. In the mood for salsa? Make tacos. And when I’m looking to spruce up an easy dinner without much effort, I often turn to side dishes. Roast a simple...
by Susan Rosser | Nov 24, 2025 | American, Main Dishes, Quick & Easy, Recipes
The smashed taco trend really caught my attention, especially after seeing a Big Mac smashed taco. I had to try making them for dinner, and although they were a hit, preparing 15 individual smashed tacos was quite the effort. Then, I discovered a way to make a batch...
by Susan Rosser | Oct 28, 2025 | Dining Guide, Food and Drink, Italian, Main Dishes, Quick & Easy, Recipes, Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the Super Bowl of cooking. If you’re anything like me, the planning kicks in on November 1, when I start making lists and emptying the fridge. Yet, one of the challenges of Thanksgiving isn’t just the grand feast; it’s the...
by coastalnews1 | Sep 29, 2025 | Food and Drink, Recipes
For anyone wary of bread-making, focaccia is a safe place to start. It’s made in one bowl, entirely by hand — no stand mixer required. And when I say “by hand,” I mean literally. Focaccia dough is forgiving, not temperamental, so you can feel...
by The Staff | Sep 26, 2025 | Food and Drink, Recipes
Craving a Crunch? Sink your teeth into crispy shrimp and corn cakes By Susan Rosser While I try to steer clear of fried foods – try being the operative word – every now and then, a craving comes along that simply can’t be ignored. Enter these crispy, satisfying...
