magnolia chic

“Mom, what is an orgasm?” Those words came out and enveloped me like molten lava. I was driving and it came from the back seat as clear...

For us New Orleanians, there is a hosting season upon us. From Superbowl parties, to debutant luncheons, to Mardi Gras season mixers,...

2017 went out with a whisper, giving way to the bang of the new year. There is a fire that greets us in the dawn of newness. Brimming...

We’ve welcomed 2018 in with open arms and hungry bellies!! In keeping with southern traditions, Black Eye Peas and Cabbage graced our...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Indeed it is for some, and quite a different story for others. The holiday season seemingly...

This is indeed a special post. It is rare, not just because I am offering a dessert. Mostly, because what I am offering is in essence my...

Hummus is the wonder dip of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Chickpeas are nutrient dense, providing a great source of fiber and...

It was the roaring of the chainsaw that got my attention. It wasn’t immediate though. It had been whistling for who knows how long before...

Pork....the other white meat. The particular cut of meat used in the recipe is lean and flavorful. My Citrus Braised Pork Roast was...

It’s happening. Right now, in real time, it’s happening. My daughter, the Bug, is changing. For the purposes of this writing, I am not...

This is the soup to bring our bodies back to a place of peace. Tomatoes alone are a gift. They are lower in sugar than other fruit and...

A delightful Alfredo, reimagined with a healthy twist. I served this using fresh fettuccine noodles for the family and roasted spaghetti...

l began writing this piece on November 11th of this year. It is on this day of this year that I’ll have exactly thirty days left of my...

In the south, Mother Nature has teased us with a cold snap that jarred me into a soup mood. One of my favorite soups by far is Egg Drop...

If not for grace… I wouldn't get up most mornings of the week. In all honesty, I do not feel well on most mornings. If you've read my...

Samosas, Empanadas, Dumplings, Hand Pies. Give them ALL to me. Samosas are traditional Indian fare. A pillowy pocket of heaven, they...

I love Halloween. But not for the candy and costumes. I love that it will come and leave swiftly; instantly propelling us into the...

Have you noticed something about me yet? In my world, curry can do no wrong. No wrong. With that said, these are quite possibly the most...

The both of Us Are proud native New Orleanians Were McMain Mustangs together in high school Have grandmothers named Ethel But couldn’t be...

So, you've made my Collard Pecan Pesto, right? And now, you don't know what to do with it? Here's a simple and delicious way I've used...