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• I got a Birdie at Hole 11 at Beaver Island – Disc Golf!

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on August 5, 2013 • ( 12 )

  

  I have more pictures from our Niagara-on-the-Lake trip. But a quick break to tell you about the birdie I got on hole 11 at Beaver Island playing disc golf! This is one of those moments you wished you knew was… Read More ›

• Orange Walnut Chicken – Skillet Version

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on April 5, 2013 • ( 18 )

  One of my favorites (and yes I have many favorites) dinner is Orange Walnut Chicken with Jasmine rice. This version is similar to my slow-cooker version except I make it on the stovetop, which adds a different flavor than in… Read More ›

• Chicken Chili With Crunchy Tortilla Chips

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on March 24, 2013 • ( 18 )

  

  I must admit this Chicken Chili rivals my Turkey Chili and has become my favorite! We tend to make our chili thick, therefore; if you prefer a more broth-based chili just add more chicken stock. This chili is fabulous with… Read More ›

• Masala Adrak Chai (Spicy Tea with Ginger)

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on February 22, 2013 • ( 24 )

  

  As someone who loves tea, I am always trying different tea leaves that include black, green, and white. Last year I started to add spices to make Ginger Honey Tea with a Splash of Lemon and Indian Masala Chai. I… Read More ›

• Tomato Basil Orzo Soup

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on February 2, 2013 • ( 20 )

  

  What a wonderful Saturday I had spending hours exploring blogs from around the world! There are so many wonderful talented cooks that inspire me to try new ingredients. I can’t wait to draft my versions of a few recipes and… Read More ›

• Rosemary & Smoked Chicken Dumpling Stew

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on January 23, 2013 • ( 16 )

  

  On a cold winter day, most of us want some comfort food! I love chicken pot pie and chicken dumplings but wanted a twist on the traditional recipes. I started with a simple rosemary marinade for the chicken and added… Read More ›

• Learning to Make Ginger Honey Tea With a Splash of Lemon!

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on January 19, 2013 • ( 14 )

  Since I was young, I always enjoyed a good cup of tea. My favorite was Bigelow Earl Grey tea bags. Over the years, my preference changed to brewing tea using loose tea leaves in an infuser. Last year I discovered… Read More ›

• My Version of Pad Ba-Me (Thai Stir-Fried Noodles with Veggies and Chicken)

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on November 25, 2012 • ( 10 )

  

  I first had Thai food many years ago when I worked at a different company. A lovely co-worker Sarapee knew of a restaurant called “The King and I” in Amherst, New York. Every Thursday we would order out for lunch… Read More ›

• A Basic Stir Fry Recipe

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on November 11, 2012 • ( 12 )

  

  I always have enjoyed meals that you serve over rice. My favorites include Sweet and Sour Chicken and Orange Walnut Chicken. This year I am expanding into Thai stir fry recipes and adding more heat. I have been researching a… Read More ›

• Mom’s Easy to Make Yams

  By Hello! I'm Bernice. on May 26, 2012 • ( 11 )

  I adopted this easy to make Yams recipe from my mother. She has an easy approach to making yams that retains their natural flavor. I added a little cinnamon and nutmeg to my version. However, you could try different spices… Read More ›