Held's Kitchen

Merry Christmas From Held's Kitchen to yours!!!

Very Productive Day followed by a fun evening out with old friends and Smart Cocktails...now home having a wonderful and needed quiet Dinner of Wild Mushrooms sautéed in Madiera, Garlic, Italian Parsley and fresh sage and Butter over Wild Mushroom Ravioli from Zabars in NYC -- all washed down with a favorite, Josh Winery Cabernet ....decidedly a great way to kick off a Holiday Weekend....Cheers and Bon Appetit!

And afterwards.....

So many have asked me what I cooked for Thanksgiving this year...well I actually had a wonderful quiet Day for the 1st time in 6o years, not by dedign, i was invited out but since i dont drive presently. I had no way to go and enjoy their wonderful hospitality.....however, I had the good fortune to chef for an old dear friend and his family on Friday....so here it is..Turkey. Gravy, Stuffing. Maple Glazed Brussels with Bacon and Granny Smiths. Decadent mashed potatoes. Stuffed Mushrooms, and brandied Cranberry sauce......hope everyone had a grand Holiday with friends and fanily....

Excellent Sunday Brunch at The Sign of the Buck with Leslie Trew Magraw and Andrew Johnson. Wonderful Bacon, Onion, Cheddar Omelet accompanied by a crisp Italian Pinot Grigio. What a great addition to Gettysburgs Culinary Landscape, and IMHO, a much needed Sunday Brunch!!!! Highly recommend you check it out! Cheers! And Bon Appetit!!!