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Twelve

Today marks the 12th anniversary for Stylish Heath a site which encapsulates my love of art in all forms. I enjoy sharing my passion for travel, design, and creating tasteful venues for the home, and gardenl. Living in the metropolitan area of the District of Columbia I’ve compiled list of interest and assembled copious notes regarding exhibitions and events from local galleries and museums; write-ups on the latest restaurants, and basically keeping up with what’s going on in the vicinity.  

I’m appreciative of the community this space has created along with the opportunity of meeting people with a common interest.

A few favorite photos from over the years; a sunset from Aqaba; sailing thru Venice, and treats from Ladurée.


Thank you for your support and as always stay stylish!!!
Kathleen

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Taste Testing

This weekend a few of us tested recipes for Thanksgiving utilizing flavors from spices and herbs to homemade chutneys. I would like to alter the taste of our meal without psyching out my family. They each have favorite dishes and are adamant in how these flavors are to be prepared. I must stay within the confines of seasonal taste while cooking for this group using sage, rosemary and thyme from the garden along with nutmeg, cloves and of course cinnamon for baking.    

Today I tested and prepped stuffing for a chicken and ended up making our family’s traditional rosemary and sage dressing with onions and celery. But then decided to alter the gravy by adding a touch of Napolean brandy {just a touch} to the dish to enhance the flavor. This tasty addition made all the difference and I can’t wait to use this during the holiday’s.

Recipe for Gravy
To a pan add turkey giblets and neck
2½ cups of chicken broth
1 diced shallot
2 or 3 bay leaves
2 or 3 tablespoons of corn starch
¼ to 1/3 cup of brandy depending upon taste.

Stay stylish,
Kathleen