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Mexican Coffee

Not long ago I was wanting to try something a little different. I don’t usually drink coffee in the evening, not because it keeps me …

Original Irish Coffee

A warm original Irish coffee is the perfect way to end an evening by the fire with friends or loved ones. Just a few simple …

I'm Ellen, a freelance writer, recipe developer and former correspondent for the Tampa Bay Times where I wrote a regular TASTE section feature as well as reviewed cookbooks for more than 15 years. My Mom and my kids are the inspiration for Family Around the Table. My Grandmother too. I remember my Grandmother making fresh pasta for dinner. She was from Italy and a very good cook so I come by my love of cooking naturally. My Mom inherited her cooking skills too.