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A hearty believer that life should be filled with fun and whimsy, Sam weaves together a colorful journey through her delicious creations. Follow along with her recipe tutorials, get sneak peeks into exclusive brand photo shoots, and have a great time along the way. No judgement here, just scrumptious fun!

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Lone Star Skillet Pizza + Wine Pairing

March 24, 2020|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
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Brands, Recipes, Tutorial, Wine

Stuck in the house much?! Well now’s the time to brush up on your pizza making skills. I have teamed up with Bogle Vineyards to create a state-themed pizza to match with their delectable wines. Perfectly paired with a glass of Bogle Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, my Lone Star Skillet Pizza features bourbon-infused tomato sauce, BBQ …

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Rosemary & Merlot Beef Roast

December 11, 2019|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
| 16 Comments
Gluten Free, Holidays, Meat, Recipes, Tutorial

This post is a collaboration with Beef Loving Texans on behalf of the Beef Checkoff. I received compensation, but all opinions are my own. If there is one thing that I have learned from living all over the country, it is that each region has their foodie specialty. My childhood home of Los Angeles was …

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Quick Restaurant Review: Tribute at the Houstonian

October 28, 2018|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
| 3 Comments
Alcohol, Celebrity Chefs, Chef Spotlight, Drinks, Recipes, Restaurant, Spirits, Travel, Wine

Amazing new restaurant alert! If you find yourself in the Houston area, there is a fabulous new restaurant you have to check out. The Tribute at the Houstonian offers up a gorgeously rustic fine cuisine experience inspired by Texas, Louisiana, and Mexico. I got a sneak peek of their menu and wine pairings earlier this …

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Farm to Feast in Rockwall, Texas

July 26, 2018|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
| 5 Comments
Appetizers, Entertaining, Party Themes, Recipes, Travel

I grew up in a big city and always dreamed of living in a quaint town where everyone knew your name. My yearning for such a lifestyle could probably be matched by those small-town kids dreaming of the big city. I continue to hop from one big city to the next, but my urge for …

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Crown Royal Texas Mesquite: Smoked to Perfection

June 15, 2018|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
| 9 Comments
Alcohol, Brands, Cocktails, Drinks, Product Reviews, Recipes, Spirits, Travel

There are many perks to being a writer and recipe developer in the food and drinks industry. I literally eat and drink for a living. It’s the ultimate life-hack. But one of the perks I didn’t know would be such a fun and common occurrence were the launch parties. When a new product is about …

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Foodie Travel Guide: Spring 2018 Hot Spots

April 16, 2018|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
| 5 Comments
Celebrity Chefs, Chef Spotlight, Recipes, Restaurant, Travel

We may be only four months into the new year, but that doesn’t mean that you don’t already need a vacation. Between a turbulent political atmosphere, extreme weather, and an economy that still isn’t free of the recession’s hold, you may just need to get away for a few days. So unplug and pack your …

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Pure Imagination at Garden Grove Austin

October 9, 2017|
Sam Temsah-Deniskin
| 8 Comments
Alcohol, Dessert, Drinks, Party Themes, Recipes, Travel

One of the consistent topics that my social media following brings up is ‘weddings’. You wouldn’t think that a food blogger should have any expertise in weddings, but I constantly find myself fielding questions and offering advice to my readership. At first I was surprised and then I came to a realization: food and drinks …

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