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Festive Cranberry and Rosemary Cocktail

December 3, 2024

Clementine Shortbread Cookies with Brandy Glaze

December 2, 2025

Festive Cranberry Orange Sauce with Brandy

November 17, 2024
Festive Cranberry Orange Sauce with Brandy – bright, spiced, and citrusy holiday condiment.

Festive Chestnut Pancetta Dip or Bruschetta

November 12, 2023

Festive Chestnut Chocolate Truffles

November 19, 2021

Rum and Raisin Sautéed Apples

December 12, 2025

Gingerbread Bliss Balls

December 4, 2025

Christmas Veal Meatballs

November 15, 2021

Chestnut Veal Pasta with Prosciutto – Comforting Winter Dinner

December 3, 2022

Spiced Orange Madeleines with Brandy Glaze

November 24, 2025

Mulled Apple Cider with Clementine and Rosemary

December 22, 2025

Cranberry Walnut Cheese Biscuits

December 17, 2018

Festive Chestnut Sausage Pasta with Brandy and Pancetta

December 9, 2023
Bowl of festive chestnut sausage pasta with pancetta, rosemary, and orange zest, served on a rustic plate with a fork and glass of brandy.

Festive Chestnut Pomegranate Hummus – A Holiday Party Dip

October 10, 2025

Festive Antipasto Cheese Ball for Holiday Entertaining

December 11, 2020
Nordic Cod Liver Verrine with Potato, Apple, and Rye Breadcrumbs

Nordic Cod Liver Verrine with Potato, Apple, and Rye Breadcrumbs

May 28, 2026
Rye Crêpes with Cod Liver and Apple Horseradish Sauce

Rye Crêpes with Cod Liver and Apple Horseradish Sauce

May 23, 2026
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Smoked Cod Liver Rye Toast with Apple and Lemon

Smoked Cod Liver Rye Toast with Apple and Lemon

May 18, 2026
Cod Liver Rye Toast with Lemon Yogurt and Dill

Cod Liver Rye Toast with Lemon Yogurt and Dill

May 5, 2026
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