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Vicki McClure Davidson | May 11, 2012

Love this quote… Ever wonder about those people who spend $2 apiece on those little bottles of Evian water? Try spelling Evian backward. ~ George Carlin It’s the eve of the weekend, another Friday and with it, a tasty new batch of fabulous food photographs and recipes. FOOD. GLORIOUS FOOD. As always, when they’re available, [...]

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Vicki McClure Davidson | May 4, 2012

“I prefer to regard a dessert as I would imagine the perfect woman: subtle, a little bittersweet, not blowsy and extrovert. Delicately made up, not highly rouged. Holding back, not exposing everything and, of course, with a flavor that lasts.” ~ Graham Kerr FOOD. GLORIOUS FOOD. Quite a week, eh? Thank goodness it’s finally Friday [...]

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Vicki McClure Davidson | April 27, 2012

FOOD. GLORIOUS FOOD. Warmer weather is spreading across the lands, and with it, renewed interest in growing vegetable gardens, exploring farmers’ markets, and preparing fresh and delicious, as well as frugal, meals. Wondrous food photos and recipes… must be Friday. When they’re available, recipes and recipe links will accompany select “Fab Food Friday Fotos,” with [...]

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