by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Jul 27, 2021 | Appetizers, Christmas, Easy, Food, Happy Hour at Home, Holidays, Snacks
You can improvise a cheeseboard (or snack board, charcuterie board) for any occasion and season if you remember some simple rules… Boards are so easy and endlessly customizable. Should you choose to go with whatever looks good to you, or a fun theme (“backyard...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Feb 3, 2017 | Appetizers, Food, Grilling, Meat, Sauces
This post has been YEARS in the making. I made these once about 7 years ago, and they were delicious but suuuuper spicy. Those chipotle chilis in adobo deliver! I always wanted to remake them, but this time I wanted to tame the sauce just a teeny bit. The result was a...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Aug 15, 2016 | Appetizers, Bread, Food, Homemade Condiments, Snacks
I think the easiest thing for me to make (and eat) is any kind of dip or spread. Homemade nibbles are such a unique thing to serve at a party, and you can tailor them to the season or meal so easily. People always remember a good homemade appetizer — it’s...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Dec 1, 2015 | Appetizers, Food
Here’s another one of my “go-to” recipes… hummus! It’s the easiest thing, and WAY cheaper to make yourself. Of course, you have to have a food processor or I guess a good blender (I’ve never tried it in the blender but I’ve...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Nov 23, 2015 | Appetizers, Food, Holidays, Thanksgiving
Do you have a couple recipes that are a “go to”? Those ones that people can’t get enough of, and just always turn out? If you need one more, try these spiced nuts! It seems like every family gathering we have, there’s spiced nuts, a large bowl...
by darlene@picklejarstudios.com | Sep 4, 2015 | Appetizers, Holidays, Snacks
I think we need a little party. Let’s shake it up, crack open some wine, and rip apart some really good bread. Oh yea, you know what I’m talkin’ about. One jar of this stuff and you’ve got an instant party–anytime, anywhere! I first...