Old Fashioned Chocolate Doughnut Cakes for the Holidays

It’s the last night of Hanukkah and I had promised last week to provide a variation in doughnut recipes which is a bit easier and chocolatier. I think Old Fashioned Chocolate Doughnut Cakes are simply divine in the winter time to enjoy fresh out of the oven with hot chocolate or a cup of warm…

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Smoked Salmon Filled Yorkshire Pudding for Christmas

This week we have been doing a lot of Hanukkah celebration ideas, however, today it’s time to get back to how the Brits party during the holidays, particularly Christmas.  I think todays little party starter appetizer is a great selection because it involves salmon which also plays into the Hanukkah festivities.  Besides salmon being a Jewish…

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Hazelnut Chocolate Banana Yorkshire Pudding for Your Holiday Party

Yesterday, I was watching Lee Ann Rimes on The Today Show singing her new Christmas song. It’s quite uplifting and really puts you in the Christmas mood. The holiday season has kicked off and there is someone throwing a holiday party almost every weekend from now until New Year’s. Then there are the corporate events…

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Citrus Honey Tea To Enliven Your Day

If you are looking for a simple cup of tea to kick start your meditation or your day after your morning meditation, then a gentle cup of Citrus Honey Tea should do just the trick. The citrus flavors of orange and lemon invigorate you while the slight bit of caffeine in the black tea gives…

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Indian Masala Chai Tea Soothes The Soul

The last recipe I posted revolved around the Asian culture as it has impacted the practice of meditation. However, meditation is also greatly rooted in India as well. What better choice than a soothing cup of Masala Chai Tea that India is so famous for as we sit down to meditate. This aromatic beverage that…

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First Iftar for Ramadan 2015 – Bangladeshi Banana Fritters

I can imagine that many families make a big deal of the first day of fast during Ramadan and particularly the Iftar or breaking of fast at sunset. Traditionally in countries like Bahrain, Pakistan or Bangladesh you will see tables full of food during Iftar. The Iftar will have various dishes of fritters and sweet…

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