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HOW TO THROW A FABULOUS RAW OYSTER PARTY
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Step-by-step instructions for throwing your own raw oyster party, from selecting your oysters, to shucking and serving them. Don't be scared! We have you covered!
ESSENTIAL PRODUCTS I USE IN MY COCKTAILS AND APPETIZERS COOKING CLASS
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This week I held a private Cocktails and Appetizers cooking class for 18 ladies who were celebrating two significant birthdays. These ladies regularly get together for fun, laughter, support, travel and a cocktail or two. It was an honor to help them celebrate their birthdays by learning something new in my kitchen.
BACKPACKING INTO HALEAKALA CRATER
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As I get older I am increasingly focused on trying new things, expanding my horizons and planning adventures. On the eve of my 60th birthday I am not getting any younger and…
PALM DESERT HIKING
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A world-class hike in Mecca California, 45 miles outside of Palm Desert. Climb ladders through slot canyons and discover stunning views of the Salton Sea.
HOW TO FOLD REFRESHING THAI WET NAPKINS
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In Thailand restaurants often start meals with a cool, scented wet napkin artfully folded. Here are instructions for folding rose napkins in the Thai tradition.
4TH OF JULY FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS
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Easy and beautiful 4th of July flower arrangements inspired by fireworks.
HAND-TIED BOUQUET FOR MOM
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Step-by-step instructions for making hand-tied bouquets.
THAI COOKING SCHOOL
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Take a lesson in Thai in Bangkok at the Maliwan Thai cooking school. Shop in a Thai open-air market and learn to prepare four traditional Thai dishes