Woodstock, VT

Recently we took a trip to a small village Woodstock, Vermont.  We rented a charming cabin, and what a terrific find it was!  It snowed for two days while we were there, and you can see for yourself what beautiful scenery we enjoyed.

The cabin was as charming inside as it was outside.  Sue, the owner, meticulously placed every single item with thought and care to create a cozy and welcoming ambiance.  Here are some of the lovely details.

We felt at home and spent a few relaxing days enjoying the cozy cabin and peaceful surroundings.

Hope your weekend is going well!

Happy New Year!

Wishing a Happy and Healthy New Year to you and your loved ones!

We enjoyed these beautiful amaryllis blooms this holiday season.  I've never had so many blooms on one!  I think there were six of them at once.

Thursday Edibles - Truffle Mashed Potatoes

Hello!  I know it's not Thursday, but let's just pretend it is. :)  I have the most delicious recipe to share with you.  If you like mashed potatoes and truffles, you'll love this!

Truffle Mashed Potatoes 

Ingredients
4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 large garlic clove
0.25 cups half and half (or heavy cream)
6 tablespoons butter
1.5 cups shredded truffle cheese
Truffle-scented olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation
Boil potatoes and garlic clove until potatoes are tender. Drain well and mash in a large bowl. Blend in half and half (or heavy cream) and 3 tablespoons butter.  Add salt and pepper to taste.

Shred the cheese and add it to the potatoes, and blend gently. Sprinkle with a bit of truffle-scented oil.

Preheat oven to 400F, transfer mixture to a baking tray and bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese melts.

Best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season to you and your loved ones!

It's been too Long

Hello friends!

It has been a while since Momma let us blog.  What have you been up to?  We are just enjoying the fall and being lazy - just like this:

We should really stop that and get some Christmas shopping done.  Otherwise, Christmas will be two days away, and we will be paying all kinds of money for overnight shipping.  We do that every year.  We also say every year that we won't do that again.  Maybe this is the year it will actually happen. :)

Happy holiday season!
Love,
Ruby and Lucy

New Delicious Discovery: Num Pang Sandwiches

I recently tried a Num Pang sandwich for the first time, and immediately wondered why I had waited so long to do it!  Now I am mildly obsessed with these Cambodian-style delicious flavorful creations.

Pork Belly Sandwich (seasonal menu)

Pulled Pork Sandwich (regular menu)

You can read the story, view menus and find locations here.

If you're in NYC, I highly recommend you try one!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Hope everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving!  Are you going shopping today?  Have a lovely long weekend!