Hi, guys! Would you believe it?!
This is the first time I’m using the dictation app on my iPad. Since I’m writing and also eating at the same time. Don’t tell my kids! I tell them not to talk with their mouth full.
But do they ever listen to me?! So I’m not listening to me, either!
Pretty cool this dictation thingy. Think about it, you can be cooking and dictating the recipe all at once. Ha! Why haven’t I used it before?!
Anyway, I was just thinking that we haven’t done any voting in a long time. So I was just thinking that this week we should be voting for features. What do you think? I hope you approve?
Truth be told I’ve had such a busy week that I forgot to arrange for cohosts. I’ve got so much stuff going on it completely escaped my mind. Sorry about that!
But I’m preparing the Cohost Schedule for June and beyond. So if you’re interested, just leave me a comment. I know I spoke with several of you a while ago and I have your names written down but I haven’t sorted out who for what week yet. Help me by telling me what weeks are good for you, okay?
So, since we’re voting, it means that all of you are acting cohosts, and must… I repeat… must visit each other. ‘Coz how else would you know which links to vote for unless you view all of them? Huh, huh?!
And because we’re voting, the fiesta will close at 8:00 am EST on Tuesday instead of 8:00 pm, to give you all the chance to cast your votes. And voting will end on Thursday at 12:00 noon EST. Okay?
Now, Features!
Strawberry and Blueberry Tart with a Corn Cookie Crust from Ai @ Ai Made It For You
“Does this tart scream Summer or what?! I am so ready to dive into Summer and into that tart. So gorgeous! Gorgeous, refreshing, happy tart! My kind of dessert!” — Angie
Dulce de Leche Magic Cookie Bars from MB @ Bourbon and Brown Sugar
“[These] look incredibly delicious. All that toasted coconut and pecans along with the addition of cinnamon sugar graham crackers and crushed salted pretzels to the original recipe just made my mouth water!” — Linda
“These cookie bars sound like a must-try to me. Bookmark it, y’all, so you won’t forget! I’m putting it here so I won’t forget!” — Angie
Chinese Cashew Chicken from James @ From James to Jamie
“[This] Cashew Chicken has got to be the most gorgeous one I’ve ever seen – and James gives such a great tip on how to make the chicken soft like those at Chinese restaurants – Beautiful veggies! Tasty Tender Chicken! I’m sold” — Linda
New Mexican Carne Adovada from Mollie @ The Frugal Hausfrau
“Mollie’s New Mexican Carne Adovada had me salivating the moment I set eyes on this succulent piece of pork. I have never tried nor seen these New Mexican chilies before, but I can only imagine the taste this dish imparts after marinating it overnight in those scrumptious spices. The smoky and pungent taste of the adobo and the sweetness that the sugar adds has got to be a winner in my eyes! Please pass the dish around for a second helping!” — Loretta
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Now, let’s party! Join Fiesta Friday #121 by adding your link. If you’re new to Fiesta Friday, please read the guidelines.
Don’t forget to come back on Tuesday to vote for your favorite links!
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I need to try the dictation apps. Not sure if it would understand my bad grammar. Maybe it would fix it. Have a great Memorial Day Weekend. I can host in August if needed or if you are in a pinch in June.
Thanks, Quinn! I’m sure I’ll need you both in June and August. As soon as I make my list, I’ll let you know. The dictation app understood me even with my mouth full. As long as you don’t chew too loudly, lol!
Great features Angie 🙂 And I am so excited for the voting!
Yay! I’m glad you approve! I guess it’s a more democratic way, huh? 🙂
I love voting! And, I’m down if you need any more co-hosts in June, just let me know. 🙂
Ok, will let you know. Thank you hon! XOXO
A dictation app?? I want one! Ooh, I’ll check that out! Now stop talking with your mouthful..! 😉
I can do any week in June EXCEPT Friday 10th, or I am do July or August…xx
Okey dokey, will put you down on the master list 🙂 Actually if you must know, your name & Selma’s are always there, I never took them off. I feel weird erasing them 🙂
I understand completely…I still have Selma’s last texts on my phone xx
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I have tried to use it but my accent, a combination of French, South African and US, does not agree with the App?
Lol, that sounds funny actually 😀 I can imagine the app going wild, haha… But your accent sounds delightful! 😀
That’s cool Angie, I should try the dictation! But I wonder if Siri will understand me?? LOL!
You can put me down as a co-host for a non-busy weekend. Have a great long weekend.
You should try it, Su! If anything it’ll give you a laugh ? Ok, I’ll put you down and will let you know the week or weeks ?
So true!?
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Happy Memorial Day Angie, I haven’t used the dictation feature on my phone not sure I have on my computer but my friend uses it all the time and I get the funniest text messages because the words and spelling and punctuation are way off. Makes me laugh. Lovely features as always from a very talented bunch.
A couple of times I tried to exaggerate my laugh and the app actually typed Hahaha… it’s the funniest thing! I’m not sure I’ll use it v often but at least it’s there when needed. Have a wonderful long weekend, Suzanne. For me unfortunately it means cleaning the house! ??
Like the idea of a dictation app as I forget to write down my recipes now and then which is very annoying if I then can’t remember them. Only problem is we’d have background baby or toddler noises interfering! I can’t host in June but should manage some time after that!
Lol, that would make for very interesting recipes! I can imagine all sorts of scenarios ?? I’ll make a note, Caroline. More like July & August then, thanks!
I get annoyed with the dictation app, I feel like I write faster than the app writing what I say, haha! I will be available from third week of July, Angie. 🙂 Happy FF and enjoy your weekend! x
It does seem slower than me typing, so I don’t think I’ll use it that often. But in a bind it might be helpful. Ok dokey Jhuls, after 3rd week of July. Thanks! ??
You know me, I don’t have enough patience. Haha!
Okay, just message me. ?
The dictation Ap sounds wonderful, did you need to do any editing? If you need co-hosts I could do the 3rd or the 24th of June.
Have a wonderful Memorial Weekend.
Yes, you have to edit. Punctuations are way off. It does understand commands like comma, period, exclamation point etc. though. For sending short messages or chatting, the app is perfectly fine. June 17 FF124 okay with you?
Thanks much for featuring my Carne Adovada Angie and ladies! It’s always just a bit thrilling – like seeing my name up in lights, lol! 🙂 I have a lot of problems with my hands & fingers and I should check into that app!
I can host any time you need me, so slot me in soon if you’d like, or later or both! 🙂
It’s a useful app, I think. Give it a try. There’s one built into your iPad or iPhone. But there are others too you can download. That recipe caught my attention. It’s a new one for me, and it looks so tasty! I love anything Mexican! That’s why it’s a fiesta here, lol! Can you do next week? FF122 June 3?
Absolutely! I’d be happy to. 🙂
Thank you!!! ??? Will let you know who your cohost is as soon as I get one.
hi Angie
Dictation? How clever! It always bugs me that I can’t type as fast as I think 🙂 Gorgeous features as always, it makes me drool. Am not quite ready yet but will join you! Happy FF! 🙂
Try the dictation, Petra! Didn’t do Petra though, lol. Kept typing Spectra instead, haha… Have a great weekend!
Hi Angie ha ha I think I would have to put dictation on Swedish for that! 🙂 have a great weekend too x
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I need to try dictation! I never thought to do that. Happy long holiday weekend and I’ll be back to vote on Tuesday 🙂
It’s pretty cool Sarah! I’m using it right now, LOL! Fun! See you on Tuesday! 🙂 It does 🙂 too, haha… 🙂
Dictation app? Heck where is that, what is it called? LOL….I need it..wow that would make life so much easier. BTW gorgeous choices and that last dish has me dribbling all over my keyboard 🙂
You have one built into your iPad. The microphone symbol on your keyboard is for dictation. I’m using it right now!
I only have an iPhone but maybe I have one on this. ?
Omg I do how much easier does that make posting oh my you’re an angel lol
It’s fun, isn’t it? Lol it’s so easy to amuse us ?
Hah yes all those hours I could have saved! Lol x
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Great idea Angie, I hope you enjoy a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! Bring out the hose and the rubber duckies :))
It’s gonna be a scorcher, Loretta. Oh well, we can never be happy, can we? We want it to be sunny and 75 degrees everyday, lol!
Love this week’s features! Great idea to have us vote this week!
I can host if you need me:D
Thanks, Antonia! What week is good for you?
A week in June would work or in August if you haven’t filled those slots 😀
Dictation app, are kidding me? I want that thing on all my devices! Sounds amazing!
As for the co-hosting opportunity I am totally in for the next 2 weeks and for August -all month! I would love to do it again…
It’s pretty useful, Margy ? So, can you cohost June10 FF123?
Sure Angie! It will be a great pleasure!
Wonderful! Your cohost is Linda @ La Petite Paniere ?
That’s awesome!
What a fab round up Angie, off to blog hop now and I’ll be back on Tuesday to vote x
Yay, Sarah! Party now and back to vote on Tuesday. Sounds like a great plan to me ?
Lovely features as always Angie. If you need co-hosts I could do the 10, 17 or 24 of June. Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂
Thanks, Linda! I’m going to put you down for June 10 FF123 if that’s ok?
Perfect Angie for June 10 FF123. Enjoy your weekend! 🙂
Thanks, Linda! Hopefully Margy would consent to be your partner; she hasn’t confirmed. So it’ll be La Petite Paniere and La Petite Casserole ??
Dans la Petite Cuisine 😀 😀 😀
Hi Angie! Thank you so much for featuring my tart!! I had such a busy week, and now a very busy weekend that I completely forgot to post on Fiesta Friday… and when I checked earlier today, there it was! Thank you for a nice surprise 🙂
Happy Fiesta Friday!! (although it’s already Sunday afternoon where I am.. haha)
You’re welcome, Ai! That’s such a gorgeous tart you made. I love the crust, too! It all sounds just so refreshing and so, so YUM! Same here about being busy. Make sure to cast your votes for the current fiesta! ?
Hello dear Angie! Are you on summer break yet?? I sure hope so! We will finish the school year this Thursday and it can’t come soon enough. Wheeee!
Hey, Patty my girl! Not until mid June unfortunately for me. Though my mind is already at home, lol! ??
I hope the next couple of weeks fly by for you!!
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Hi Angie! How does one vote? Is there a link for voting or is it clicking the ‘like’ button (some posts don’t have that button) or is it emailing you my favourite three? Delicious choices, as always, at the fiesta 🙂
No, you go back to FF121 and on the links there will be little heart icons that you click to register your votes. Give it a try and let me know how it goes.
Thanks. Now it looks obvious 🙂 Registered my votes.
And if you need a co-host for any August week, count me in. Have a lovely day!
Okey dokey, will pencil you in, thanks!