Homage to Spring!

I love the change of seasons, but none as much as that of spring. Rebirth, renewal, regrowth, the promise of things to come, and the luxury of having fresh vegetables in my own garden – this is [...]

Love at First Sip

There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot summer afternoon than an icy cocktail to help you cool down and rejuvenate. Here are six classic cocktails for you, but with a twist. Rosie put her own [...]

Celebrating the Bounty of the Banks

I grew up in the Piedmont area of southern Virginia where there was no seafood to speak of, unless you caught it yourself. Fast-forward to the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, when frozen foods [...]

Rosie Goes Retro

Rosie is redefining retro. I’m taking “vintage” recipes from the golden age in which I grew up and updating them for true simplicity and goodness, giving them a fresh make-over for today. [...]

Coffee Kahluanita

This can be left overnight in the freezer. Because of the alcohol, it’s not going to freeze solid. Serve with whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings.

Sunset Orange Granita

For a pretty presentation, I serve these in an orange cup. Top with a few maraschino cherries and drizzle a little cherry juice over top.

Pineapple Granita

The beginning of a pineapple granita...Prepare the simple syrup and let cool. In a blender, combine pineapple, simple syrup, and lime juice...

Strawberry, Kiwi, & Basil Granita

Next comes a strawberry, kiwi, and basil granita with a twist. The addition of basil adds an unexpected savory note to this granita and peppered balsamic vinegar, lightly drizzled over top, [...]

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