Paris on my mind these days…
Latte art by my sister. She’s quite the barista.
There’s a lot I don’t know…
I won’t pretend to understand the human psyche that drives anyone to such violence…
I can’t explain if global politics or socio-economic status was at play with what happened…
I don’t know anything…
But I know one thing for sure…
Everyone wants and needs to feel safe…
This father and his precious little boy said it best…
Wishing you all a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving! I have a lot to be thankful for…
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Last week’s outstanding posts are:
Roasted Pears with Lemon Cream & Maple Caramel Sauce from Mollie @ The Frugal Hausfrau
“Does this dessert make you hungry or what? A real show stopper with roasted pears in a rich maple syrup/apple juice mixture where the sauce caramelizes towards the end of the cooking time. To serve, Mollie made lemon cream with lemon curd, yogurt and whipping cream that she dolloped around the pears. To top it off, how about some scrumptious Almond Praline. I need to make this soon, how about you?” — Judi
“I really don’t know what else to say about this other than “Yummy, get in my belly!!” Poached pears are awesome and the combination with the lemon cream, maple caramel syrup and almond praline just have me wishing I taste through the computer screen!” — Stef
Date-coconut Balls (Khajoor laddoos) from Suchitra @ Su’s Healthy Living
“The Indian community has recently been celebrating Diwali,or the festival of lights, which is an ancient Hindu festival. It is similar to Christmas with lots of shopping, fireworks and families display lights in and out of their homes. A lot of sweet and savory dishes are made and Su brought us these sweet, but healthy, balls made with dates and coconut and no baking
involved. Su presented her own festival of lights in her pictures with the pink wrappers – mesmerizing don’t you think?” — Judi
Stuffed Crust Cheddar Salami Pizza from Shani @ The Weekend Sugar
“Every since I was little I have always loved stuffed crust pizza, you can never have too much cheese when it comes to pizza!! I love the way this recipe is so simple to follow and with the video instructions!” — Stef
Fall Apple/Pear Tart from Suzanne @ apuginthekitchen
“Suzanne shared one of her sweet tarts with a flaky, buttery crust. Don’t you just love the leaves she made for the top of her tart? Almost too pretty to cut into! Pears and apples mixed with some brown sugar and for me, I prefer the Poire William liqueur added to mine. You’re right Suzanne, this tart just says home and comfort.” — Judi
“Gasp! I just LOVE this! So beautiful! I’m going to copycat…okay, okay…I’m going to emulate. There, does that sound better now?” — Angie
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Great features this week Angie. Hope you have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving.
You, too, Quinn! I still need to pick out my turkey. Hmm…fresh or frozen, fresh or frozen… 🙂
We are getting a fresh turkey this year. We have a nice little turkey farm about 3 miles from the house.
We’ll probably end up with fresh, too. It’s getting a little too late to prep a frozen turkey, unless I get one this weekend. Someone at work mentioned thawing it in a cooler packed with ice in the garage for a couple of days. I might give it a try. Otherwise, it’ll take 4 days to thaw in my fridge!
Angie, Judi and Stefi, thanks so much for featuring my date-coconut laddoos!! You guys made my day! I am doing a happy dance!!Yay! Happy FF ladies!
You’re so welcome! Happy FF to you, too! XOXO
Oh, btw, I tried to enlarge your photo but it wouldn’t let me? I’ll try it agin later with another method.
Thanks Angie. I was wondering about that.
I fixed it. It looks perfect now 🙂
What happened in Paris is very distressing. Nobody can understand why people do what they do. One thing for sure is that no religion teaches violence. All religions teach love, respect and tolerance for each other.
You’re right, of course. Some people want to hijack religions to justify violence but it’s never okay. I love how the father in the video teaches his son that only peace can fight violence.
The only good thing about this tragedy is powerful countries working together. I don’t understand this mentality either. My daughter teaches french and has studied and visited France several times. I sent her your daughters amazing cup of coffee to start her day. She’ll love it!
My sister made the latte art. She’s made other designs, some of them 3-D and very intricate! My daughter takes French for world language. We’ve taken her to France and we have wonderful and funny memories of traveling there. Just too sad what happened… I hope your daughter gets a kick out the latte! 🙂
She loved it Angie and asked if that was my cup. 🙂 Wish it was.
Glad to hear! XOXO
A wonderful post, a sad rememberance of the events of Nov 13 in Paris. Thanks Angie and thank you also for featuring my tart.
Thanks, Suzanne! I just love your tart! I really like the leaf cutouts on top. I’m going to start making my tarts the same way 🙂
Such a heart-touching video, Angie. Wish the whole world started using flowers and candles to protect their countries rather than using guns.
Lovely features this week! 🙂 Happy FF!
Isn’t that little boy so precious? I just love it when at the end he started smiling. It seemed that he got the message his father was trying to convey. Just so moving and adorable!
Happy FF to you, too, and have a lovely Thanksgiving! 🙂
Your sister has quite the talent. Poignant tribute to the heartbreaking events in Paris. Happy FF and Thanksgivng Angie!
She does! She makes incredible latte art. Some are so detailed and lifelike (she made this Micahel Jackson image and other things) and I call them creepy, which makes her mad, haha… I’m hoping Paris will stay the same. Would love to go visit again. Happy FF and Thnaksgiving to you, too, Johanne! XOXO
I love your sister’s latte – brings back good memories of our trips to France and Paris. We always tried to eat outside the cafe and it is so hard to understand and believe this happened. That little boy is adorable and so innocent. Good features Angie 🙂
We did that, too, when we were there. And the kids had such an experience, especially at the Metro 🙂 One day we’ll go back. I agree with you, excellent features! 😀
hi Angie
It is awful with such unrest and sadness created for what seems pointlessness and it is a great clip! 🙂 x
I know… I don’t understand it all. I love that clip and everytime I see it I feel better. XOXO
Happy Thanksgiving! Hope it’s a wonderful one for you all <3
And for you and your family, too, Sarah! XOXO
What a beautiful coffee art, Angie! Lovely features, too. Have a fab weekend, happy FF and take care. Sending lots of love and hugs!
Thanks, Jhuls! I’m so glad it’s Friday, yay! And it’ll be a short work week next week. Double yay! But then I’ll have to wrestle with Mr. Turkey, bummer… But don’t mind me, you have a great weekend, ok? XOXO
I think wrestling with Mr. Turkey is fun. 😀 We have some holidays, too. Not that long, but at least, yeah. Enjoy your weekend, Angie. xx
Your sister has talent, what a tribute albeit in a cup of coffee!!! My heart aches for all of them. I don’t want to turn on the radio or tv anymore, just too much going on, but then I read it on my computer or tablet too, there’s no escaping it, and then today in Mali – when will this end? On another note, the features are lovely, enjoy your weekend Angie.
Oh, no! Just got off work, didn’t know about Mali. I get a headache listening to the news sometimes. That’s why I much rather watch Disney channel with my daughter. Thank goodness it’s the weekend; it’s been such a long week! Thanks for co-hosting, Loretta. Have a great weekend and Happy Thanksgiving! XOXO
It’s hard to know what to say, nothing seems to be appropriate, it’s just all horrible. I saw that video on facebook, such innocence should be cherished. xxx
I know… That video cheered me up. The little boy is so adorable! XOXO
Angie, you sister is so talented! I’ve watched that video many times…love the way the little boy says, “Papa.”
I know, it’s so cute the way he said it! Just adorable! My sister is pretty good at this latte art, Rena. She’s made pretty amazing designs. She should enter a competition, don’t you think? 🙂
Yes!
Thanks for featuring my pears, guys! With so many fantastic dishes, I’m very flattered.
I sometimes feel a little at a loss with my blog – it seems so trivial to write and/or think about blogging about food in the midst of a monumental crisis or tragedy like we had last week. I had to remind myself that sometimes when things are the worst, all you can do is go on, one step at a time, and sometimes it’s the little everyday things we take for granted that get us through.
Here’s to Friends, Food and Family.
I couldn’t have said it any better, Molly. It’s the little everyday things, the familiar routines, and their continuity that bring the most comfort. At least for me, I feel better knowing the same will happen everyday. Unless of course when I’m on vacation, then throw me anything I’m game 😀 Your pears were a crowd pleaser. They deserve the spotlight! 🙂
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Wow ! It’s always exciting to see on of your recipes get featured here. <3 Thank you so much! Loving all the recipes posted this week!
So glad to hear, Shani! Hope you’re enjoying FF and the weekend! 🙂
I echo your thoughts xx and that video is so moving xx
Thanks, Elaine! And that boy is so cute!! 🙂
He is, and with all of the wonderful innocence of youth x
A touching video dear Angie, thank you for sharing it. We live in quite unpredictable and heartbreaking times, but there is so much good flowing through the majority of people in this world, which gives me hope that we’ll all find a way through it. M.xx
I agree with you, Margot, 100%!! I do have faith in us, the human race. I think in the end, we’ll find a way to make things better. Not always obvious at first, but we just have to always think positive, right? XOXO
I always appreciated the cultural openness of London, which makes attacks like these – and the ensuing bigotry – all the more painful. Thanks for posting such an uplifting message!
I share your sentiment, Steffi. It does seem like a no-win situation for everyone. I just hope and pray that things will get better…they have to! XOXO
And two wrongs don’t make a right!