Duet: German Chocolate Tart / Buddy Miles “More Miles Per Gallon”
The food: Coconut is one of those foods that people tend to love or hate. As a child, I hated it. Now I love it. Sweet and crunchy coconut adds texture and depth of flavor to some of my favorite desserts. I think it's at its best in the sugary, nutty frosting used...
Duet: Triple Chocolate Crispy Treats / Go-Go’s “Beauty and the Beat”
The food: Growing up and developing a sophisticated palate is wonderful. Now that I'm 40, I love pâté, brussels sprouts, Chardonnay, and much more that I'd have hated as a child. Just because I now appreciate the finer things, however, doesn't mean I'm ready to eschew...
Duet: Pepper Jam Burger with Caramelized Onions and Gorgonzola / Elvis “Madison Square Garden”
The food: Burgers are a staple around our house because they are cheap and easy. Eating the same-old plain Jane patty with a slice of cheddar and some ketchup, however, gets old after a while. After trying many gourmet burgers at restaurants, we decided it was time to...
Duet: Beer Braised Short Ribs in a Slow Cooker / The Head and The Heart
The food: My favorite cut of meat, hands down, is beef short ribs, which are larger and meatier than their pork counterparts. They aren't exactly healthy, but these chunks of beef are definitely worth splurging on from time to time. Over the years, I've ordered short...
Duet: Shrimp and Grits / Fleetwood Mac “Rumours”
The food: I am new to seafood. After being a strict vegetarian for most of my life, I returned to my carnivorous roots about 5 years ago. While I took to beef and chicken quickly, seafood remained on my no-way-José list. I was certain seafood was gross, an opinion...
Duet: Moist Chocolate Cake / Ella Fitzgerald “Early Ella: Great Ballads by Ella Fitzgerald”
This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you purchase through our link. Clicking these links won't cost you any extra money and they help keep this site up and running! The food: My boyfriend's birthday was last week (I...
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