This cake is simple, cost less than $10 to make and did I mention it tastes like an ice cream sandwich?  
This recipe has been around since the 1930’s and is still printed on the box of Nabisco’s Famous Chocolate Wafers. These cookies can be difficult to find.   I found them at Wegman’s on the top shelf in the cookie isle.  Over the years I have also found them in other local chain grocery stores – just check the top shelf.

Want a great meal with wine included? Then be prepared to throw out your old beef stew recipes because you will never make them again after you try this one…..

Many years ago a friend from France had a lovely dinner party and prepared Boeuf Bourguignon.   I was fortunate enough to have her share her family recipe and techniques with me and I have been entertaining guests with this recipe ever since.

On a recent trip Down Under to visit my husband’s family, we experienced the powerful connection between wine tasting and mindful eating.

New Zealand and Australia are known for their outstanding "new world" wines. Although we weren't in the heart of wine region in either country, we managed to find some interesting tasting rooms. One was housed in an old mortuary. I know; that should have been our first clue. They served old (and I don't mean aged) wine in little plastic communion-style cups. The wines had creepy names that bore no relation to the grapes that gave their life for us.

If there’s one thing my family can spot faster than a twenty in my wallet or my newest grey hair it’s left overs. It’s such a tempting solution to busy schedules though, just pop a few Tupperware containers in the microwave and voila! Dinner in minutes. Of course the downside is that it’s oft en met with comments like “Aw, mom….again?” and “Didn’t we have this LAST night?”

Moms however, are masters of adaptation and disguise. Put the two skills together and you can easily turn a bevy of left overs into brand new gourmet meals that any family will greet with oohs and aahs of delight.

ROCK BOTTOM RESTAURANT AND BREWERY
What Casual restaurant with good ambiance, great beer and food for the entire family
Who Couples, as well as families, comfortably mingle in this “neighborhood” chain restaurant
Why Variety of beers crafted right on the  premises for the ultimate freshness. We loved the Lumpy Dog Light Lager for its taste and low calories. Our beer perfectly accompanied our Spicy Spinach Cheese Dip
as well as Mahi Tacos served with chile grilled Mahi wrapped in soft white corn tortillas with homemade pineapple slaw and fresh cilantro.
You also get black beans, ancho chile rice and fresh Pico de Gallo on the side.
Where 4238 Wilson Boulevard Suite 1256, Arlington, VA
7900 Norfolk Avenue, Bethesda, MD
rockbottom.com
When Sunday - Thursday 11:00AM-1:00AM
Friday - Saturday 11:00AM-2:00AM