Fruits And Vegetables - Kale Wrapped Dates With Almonds

This simple appetizer needs only dates, kale, and almonds (and toothpicks) to prepare -- and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with a lovely mixture of sweet and savory.

Screened Porch Features Outdoor Fireplace (Charleston)

Screened Porch Features Outdoor Fireplace Traditional Porch Charleston

Desserts - Golden Rum Cake

My family requests this rummy Bundt cake from me at all our get-togethers. The butter rum glaze makes it special. An easy way to glaze your cake is to pour half of the glaze into Bundt pan, reinsert cake, then pour the rest of glaze over the bottom of the cake. Let absorb well then invert back onto platter.

Seafood - Appetizer Mussels

Spicy steamed mussels in white wine and tomato juice.

Contemporary Pool (Orange County)

Contemporary Pool Contemporary Pool Orange County

The Georgia (Edmonton)

The Georgia Contemporary Living Room Edmonton

Breakfast And Brunch - Norwegian Pancakes Pannekaken

My Norwegian grandmother made this for us as a treat, and it continues to be a favorite my mother makes for my kids. Very easy and versatile. Serve rolled like a crepe with syrup or jam. Can also be a dessert stuffed with a sweetened cream cheese and lingon berry mixture.