MAKING VALENTINES SWEET - PART 2

On the flip side of alcohol content (20% Alc Vol), I simply ADORE Quady's BATCH 88 STARBOARD -- It is simply divine.

I could literally sit and drink it all day... or I can serve it to my love on Sunday.

This Starboard is full of flavor-- something the winemakers pride themselves in-- a blend of vintages that have an average age of about 5 years.

This bottle is really something special. You can drizzle it over practically anything, drink it by itself, or, as I did, pair it up with some homemade dark chocolate pecan clusters. (See my Chocolate BARK recipe here)

This really brought out the chocolate raisin character of the "port."

Get typing -- 88 Starboard is amazing. Pick up a bottle for your special someone!

Visit QUADY WINERY at http://www.quadywinery.com/

MAKING VALENTINES SWEET - PART 1

For a fresh and light Valentines Day dessert (or if you are saving dessert for later... if you know what I mean) --
I prefer Quady's RED ELECTRA -- a low alcohol, sweet and light fruity wine.

It really is divine for dessert OR to accompany a fruit salad on a warm summer day.

I paired it with a simple raspberry sorbet.

That's really all you need to make a special night!

Get some here at Quady Winery)

NOTHING SAYS I LOVE YOU... LIKE ALCOHOL

Valentines Day is fast approaching.

And, like me, I'm sure you busy working girls haven't really planned everything out just yet.

Well, let me help you.

Quady Winery is located just a few hours away from Los Angeles or SF. They specialize solely in a California Dessert Wines, perfect for making your Valentines Day (or any occasion, really) much sweeter and more fabulous.

You can take a drive up to visit for a tasting of their delicious wines, and bring your little trip home with you to continue to enjoy... or you can order online or by phone.

The best thing about Quady dessert wines, is that they do all the work for you.
And, believe me, I have no problem letting them!

Yes, you can just have a glass AS dessert.
Yes, you can do what I call a "Drink and Drizzle."
And Yes, you can do whatever you want after a few glasses behind closed doors.

I will be posting quite a few highlights and dessert / dessert wine ideas to make your Valentines Day as sweet as can be!

Visit Quady at http://www.quadywinery.com/

DAILY HEEL WATCH - MCQUEEN

It saddens me to hear about the loss of a great designer today, Alexander (Lee) McQueen.

Here is a LINK to some of my posts in honor of this fashion genius.

(Get the above McQ heels just in time for V DAY here)

I CAME, I SLAW, I CONQUERED

DIFFICULTY: OY!

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Sometimes, things don't go your way and you need to make a change.

Let's face it, you only have one option: go into the thick of things, get in there, and make it happen.

Give it all you got... while looking like a million bucks.

And if that doesn't work, retail therapy. Or food. (Sounds like my life.)

This slaw is a wonderful side dish for anything really: chicken, ribs, or my Teriyaki Turkey Burger-- a flavorful collection of julienned veggies that contains no mayo or cream!

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• Packaged Broccoli slaw (OR you can julienne broccoli, carrots and zucchini yourself -- take off your heels if so)
• 1/2 cup honey or duck sauce
• 3 tablespoons of red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly. Simple enough?

How to Plate: As a side, or in a burger, this is a great looking option to add some color to your dish!

Parve: This is a wonderful Kosher addition to any meat!

HANDS-FREE RECIPES WITH IDOX

DIFFICULTY: LESS THAN OY!

"Who needs tomato juice on their smart phone?"

(I don't like tomato juice on my Diors either)


I'm all about being simple in the kitchen and the IDOX takes it to the next level of fabulous simplicity.


This nifty device--the Traveler Series from idox (www.idox360.com) is designed to keep your

iPod Nano, iPod Touch or iPhone stationary and upright to more easily enjoy videos, photos, podcasts - and even recipes.

Check out my Cooking in Heels recipes HANDS FREE with IDOX!

The fabulous IDOX is practical and green (it saves paper since there is no need to print)!

DAILY HEEL WATCH - SUPERBOWL SUNDAY

Betsey Johnson for the Saints

and

Costume National for the Colts

(Get them HERE and HERE)

SUPERBOWL (OF CHILI) SUNDAY

You've seen the shoes for your respective team, so here's the food:

RIBS

http://cookinginheelstv.blogspot.com/2010/02/sweet-and-spicy-superbowl-ribs.html

COBB TACOS

http://cookinginheelstv.blogspot.com/2009/07/pick-em-up-cobb-tacos.html

HOLY GUACAMOLE

http://cookinginheelstv.blogspot.com/2009/06/holy-guacamole.html

CHILI

http://cookinginheelstv.blogspot.com/2009/01/turkey-chili.html

BURGERS

http://cookinginheelstv.blogspot.com/2009/01/teriyaki-turkey-burger.html