As Valentine’s Day approached, I decided it was time to do some decorating and I thought you might enjoy seeing some of the ways I put my looks together. Once you get some basic pieces, the decorations can be adapted for any holiday, season or any other inspiration you may have. I’ll begin by showing […]
Mardi Gras
Paczki: Fat Tuesday’s Polish Doughnut
All over the Midwest in communities where Polish Americans have chosen to settle, the days leading up to the start of Lent are celebrated with Paczki. Made from a rich dough that is then fried, the paczki that I know and love are filled with fruit or pastry creme and then covered in powdered sugar. […]