It’s hard to believe it’s Friday already! How is that possible?!
Just a few weeks ago, I was complaining about how slow things were moving, but now everything is flying. Which goes to show that time is relative. Unlike the speed of light.
Okay, stop. This isn’t a science lesson.
This is Fiesta Friday. Land of the free, home of the brave.
Wait. That’s not it, either.
This is Fiesta Friday. Where food + friends = fun.
That’s it! Now I remember! Do you remember?
So, gather round, friends, gather round! (Or is it gather around? Oh, never mind, this isn’t a grammar lesson, either.)
Let’s have some fun, with lots of food! ‘Coz that’s what life is all about!
Now, features!
Rainbow Lollipop Birthday Cake from Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake
“Michelle’s cake was a work of fun and whimsy–her description of it as part Willy Wonka and part Dr Seuss was right on point. Set aside the subtlety and elegance–it takes a great deal of spirit to celebrate your thirtieth birthday by celebrating your inner child!” — Laurie
“This cake!! Call me obsessed. And speechless. So I’m just going to echo everything Laurie said. Since she described it so manifestly precise.” — Angie
Salt Blocks for Serving, Cooking and a Few Recipes from Juju @ Cooking With Aunt Juju
“This is such an informative post. I’ve heard of salt blocks vaguely, but I’ve always thought they’re just, you know, salt blocks! A slab or block of salt you can set your food on. Either that or a chunk of salt for livestock. I had no idea they made them into bowls and cups! Now I’m on a quest to get hold of one of these cups.” — Angie
Lemon and Anise Easter Bread from Laurie @ Ten Times Tea
“So, this is like the Italian Easter Bread, except it’s manyfold better. With mascarpone and raisins filling and sumac dyed eggs! I’m completely bowled over!” — Angie
Pineapple Mango Coconut Bars from Lily @ Little Sweet Baker
“This was summer encapsulated in a bar! The flavours and colours were both incredible, and Lily provided suggestions as to how this base recipe could be easily adapted to so many other fruits and flavour combinations.” — Laurie
Crab and Avocado Roll in Lobster and Crab Broth from Petra @ Food Eat Love
“This was full of creativity. Petra is the master of applying ingredients in creative ways…she used the crab meat as a filling and then the shell for a broth, and the avocado was represented by the roll and by a rich and delicate avocado mousse. The end result was stunning!” — Laurie
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I was also complaining about the same, Angie. Ahh, good thing Fiesta Friday has come. I am ready to party. 🙂
Yay, Jhuls! I’ve been feeling low-energy but not today! Today I feel hyped and ready to partaaayyy!!
Oh! I didn’t have much energy for the last two weeks – my mind was in a mess, can’t think straight. Haha! I feel better now. 🙂
Oh no, we can’t have you losing your mind. You need to be super sharp. You’re my one and only co-host, lol!!
Haha! Don’t worry, Angie. I took my meds to make me sane! Hahaha
Phew…now I feel better ?
Thanks so much for the feature 🙂 I had fun with this post and plan to continue with grilling if it ever warms up – 3 to 4 inches of snow tonight!!! Still not sure what to do about my computer – a big inconvenience!
I hear you about the weather! I was ready to put away my boots but snow is also predicted here tonight. The salt block cups really got my attention, but maybe I should try the regular block first. They’re all so interesting, though.
Using hard boiled eggs in the cups was a great idea of yours. There are more things you can do with the blocks from serving, cold desserts, salads and entrees!
They all sound wonderful! I love it when I learn something new 🙂
🙂 🙂 🙂 Me too!
Happy to join in on all the fun today! Thanks again for your help Angie!
Oh yay!! Welcome to Fiesta Friday!! So happy to have you and I know you’ll meet many friendly and enthusiastic friends here 🙂
Thank you for the warm welcome. I’m happy to join! 🙂
❤️❤️
Hi Angie – good to see you again! Like Jhuls I’ve been having a bit of a moment – sometimes life gets in the way of life, I suppose! What amazing features I’ve missed – I hang my head in shame …
🙂 I sometimes feel like we should all just consolidate our blogs into one BIG blog. You know like Food Network or the Kitchn? But then who’ll do all the administration? It’s just a thought 🙂
I know what you mean – admin is one thing, identity another!
Identity(ies) wouldn’t be the problem, I don’t think. Each blogger can have their own space, so to speak. It’s just a matter of who should be the editor in chief or the head honcho 😀
It’s worth a thought!
🙂
Keep thinking 🙂 I’m open to a collaboration.
Very interesting…
Interesting good or interesting bad? ?
I think maybe good…there’s so much talent and knowledge in the FF group, we are a force to be reckoned with, surely?
You’d be head honcho, it’s your idea, then I think you’d need a few admins..
Aaw…thanks for electing me head honcho, even though this is just a dream. But you’ll never know, dreams do end up coming true sometimes ?
They do…especially if you work at them!
OMG! Michelle’s cake was so amazing!!!!! such a work of art!
Welcome to another Friday…are there really any days in between…??
I know!! And the anti gravity cake she brought last week too. That’s why she’s the top feature for 2 weeks in a row. I feel if she didn’t get featured for both, it’s a miscarriage of justice! ??
I agree! Such a talent!
I can’t believe it’s Friday either! And I need one of those salt cups 🙂 Happy FF and have a wonderful weekend!
Time just flies, Sarah! Good for when it’s boring (like work, haha) but not good when you’re having fun, like partying at FF ??
I can’t believe it’s Friday and for some reason the past two weeks I have not gotten emails from FF, I just re subscribed not sure what happened. Happy FF Angie, have a great weekend.
You may have accidentally opted out WordPress subscription emails, Suzanne. You are now subscribed directly to FiestaFriday.net, thanks for that, but I have yet to set up an email delivery plan that works for me and I suppose I should do it sooner than later since FF has now accumulated a few hundred email subscribers. In the meantime you can check your WP.com subscription preference or follow thru WP reader. How’s everything? I may need you to step in on cohosting one of these days. Only if you want to, of course ??
I can’t remember opting out of anything but maybe accidentally. I will check and see. Angie whenever you need me I am there for you?
Thanks! I’ll let you know ❤️❤️
Thanks so much for hosting the party!
No problem, Sherry! I hope you’re enjoying FF ❤️
You are adorable! Glad its not a grammar lesson or a science one for sure!! I am with you … I feel soo ready to party today too!! Thanks for hosting this fave party and would love it if you join us at #saucysaturdays today.. Xo..
Thanks, Swayam! Okay, will do, will join your SS party, too ?
Thanks for hosting the lovely party dear.
You’re welcome, Sadhna! Thanks for coming! XOXO
I am so mesmerised by this Rainbow cake…it looks so good…Happy To be part of FF!Thanks Angie
Me, too, Swati! And we’re happy to have you at Fiesta Friday!! XOXO
Happy FF Angie! Thanks so much for the feature 😀 😀 I’m glad you loved the cake!
This week went really slow for me, probably because it was my first full week at work for a few weeks haha! Don’t worry, doing a 3 day work week next week!!
Have an awesome weekend
I am totally obsessed with that cake!! Lol, I feel the same way when I’m at work. I keep looking at the clock and thinking OMG…does that thing even work?! It doesn’t move!! Haha!!
Hi Angie
Another fab Fiesta Friday! I can’t agree with you more! There is never enough time and even to stop and think about what to cook is a luxury these days! But happy weekend now! 🙂 x
I hear you! This weekend just zipped through! I was supposed to try this new recipe but didn’t even have the chance. All of a sudden, the weekend is gone! Ay ay ay! Oh well, maybe tomorrow if I can get home early from work ?
Have a great rest of your weekend Angie! Great features this week!
Thanks, Antonia! I hope you’re having fun at the fiesta! XOXO