Today everything is coming up roses. I wish I could believe that, but it is nice to look over and see a dozen, deep red roses staring me in the face. As many of you know the last two weeks have been tough for me and flowers are a great way to brighten anyone's day. Whole Foods provided me with a dozen roses this month and is offering a $25 gift card so that you can go buy your own. You could use it on whatever you want but I must say that the roses are gorgeous and everyone deserves roses now and then, don't they?
Little did I know that I'd be finishing one giveaway and starting another, but that's what's happening, so let's go with it! The winner for last month's $25 gift card is Jennifer Reed who likes salmon! And I hope you tried the paiche. It is really a great fish and one I could eat a lot of. I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed and not even slightly energetic but let me start by saying thanks to everyone for your condolences. I really had no idea there were so many kind people out there reading my crazy blog. I'm so thankful for all of you and your encouraging and thoughtful words really brightened my day. Now it is time to get going and get up and get dressed and face some new challenges. What better way to do that than with a gorgeous bunch of flowers staring me in the face?
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Match the tea to the Madeleine and look for something lemony. My favorite though is Earl Grey and as far as I'm concerned Earl goes with anything. Of course you could really surprise your loved one if you added in some chocolate and champagne and a night of romance. But there's no point in overdoing it is there? Trust me, roses and cookies could knock anyone's socks off! (Thanks for that, Mr. KR!)
Betty C says
Chocolate cupcakes with heart designs in the frosting.
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Brian E. says
Thanks for the giveaway…my wife surprised me with my favorite this year, her homemade raspberry cheesecake.
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I like cheese cake for V-day.
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I have not been inspired lately to make anything for Valentines day so chocolate has been great. Thank you
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My favorite Valentine's Day recipe is grilled ribeye and barbecue shrimp
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Anything chocolate is my favorite on Valentine's Day.
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I love to make a heart shaped chocolate cake!
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I don't have a favorite Valentine recipe, but I'd go with the chocolate covered strawberries.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries are always a good Valentine treat.
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My favorite Valentines Day recipe is Red Velvet cake.
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My favorite Valentine's Day recipe is Strawberry Cheesecake! Thanks
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My favorite recipe for Valentine's day is chocolate covered strawberries!
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My favorite Valentine's Day recipe is vanilla cupcakes with strawberry cream cheese frosting. Yum.
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For Valentines day I want to make cupcakes that are heart shaped by putting a marble in the pan at the top of the cupcake liner. so cute!
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For Valentines day I want to make cupcakes that are heart shaped by putting a marble in the pan at the top of the cupcake liner. so cute!
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I usually make a red velvet heart shaped cake for the holiday
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So I have a recipe for a low carb cheesecake that I make every year for Valentine's. It's amazing and you can hardly tell it's low sugar!
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Our favorite is shrimp scampi and steak with raspberry cheese cake for dessert.
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Heart shaped sugar cookies! My favorite thing to make for Valentine's.
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Chocolate covered strawberries are my favorite valentines treat.
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Oreo Truffles. MMMmmmamazing.
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My favorite Valentine's day recipe is a ice cream sundae with butterscotch chips, oreos and chocolate chips.
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My favorite Valentine's Day recipe is Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake.
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Yi @ Yi Reservation says
I have always liked the scent of rose water and I'll be sure to try out these wonderful madeleines in my kitchen. The rose deal sounds like a steal during these few days and I doubt my local Whole Foods will carry the same deal but I'll be sure to check after work tomorrow 🙂 And yeah my favorite v-day recipe is molten chocolate cake!
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Liz Berg says
What a great deal on roses! They're gorgeous...as are your festively drizzled madeleines 🙂
Laura Dembowski says
Flowers always make me feel better no matter what's going on. Those roses are stunning. Cookies can never hurt either 🙂
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Oh my! I need to make these! My fave Valentine recipe is Choc Dipped Strawberries! I'm visiting from #SITSBlogging
Calli W says
red velvet cupcakes are my favorite vday recipe, but tose cookies look delish as well!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
These madeleines look great and have to smell pretty amazing with that lemon! Happy Heart Day!
Anna and Liz Recipes says
First, let me tell you the cookies look divine! Secondly, what a nice giveaway! And thank you for the opportunity! The roses are just gorgeous. There are so many recipes we love for Valentines Day, but the one that always comes to mind first, is having spaghetti with shrimp marinara sauce. Oh yeah, and end the meal with some chocolate covered strawberries. Awesome!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I love the roses with the madeleines photos. Perfect for Valentine's Day.
Mary Callan says
You have inspired me for Valentine's Day! simply gorgeous and those roses are perfection
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they look beautiful.... and the roses <3
Dana Renee says
Madeleines are my hubby's favorite cookies, but I've never actually tried making them. Lemon rose sounds delicious. Can't wait to try this recipe, they sound delicious! #SITSBlogging
Amira says
These roses are very beautiful, lucky you 🙂 . We love madeleines but I always buy them as I've never tried making them at home. Thanks for the recipe.
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I agree about Earl Grey pairing well with practically everything. We are BIG gourmet tea consumers at our house. It great to find others with a passion for it as well. #SITSBlogging
My favorite valentines recipe is something my family loves but I only make once a year ( to keep it special): oreo truffels
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I'm a pretty simple girl. Chocolate dipped strawberries are a favorite of mine!
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Angie Schneider says
Love those madeleines...they look so pretty and delectable.
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Alicia Gonzalez says
I can't believe how gorgeous this looks! Wow. Now I really want to make some Valentines recipes and that was not in my schedule. In fact, I want to make these! Thanks for sharing. #SITS
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A macaroni would be a great Valentine's recipe.
Daniela Grimburg says
Such a beautiful post about "la vie en rose ".
The Madeleines look gorgeous and the color pairs so well with the wonderful roses.
Kitchen Riffs says
Mrs K R makes terrific madeleines, often with lemon. It's been awhile though -- I gotta bug her to make some more. I guess I could, but she's so much better. Plus she loves to bake! Lucky me. 😉 Glad you got some flowers to cheer you up! Roses are always wonderful. But anything bright and colorful works at this time of the year. Anyway, good post -- thanks.
Ansh says
Rose Madeleines! I can smell the beautiful scent. I have never made them myself so I will give this recipe a go! My daughter is gonna enjoy the 4 day break. We have a lot of baking planned.
Holly @ abakershouse.com says
I am so glad to see your madeleines-- I kept the recipe from WSJ too and wanted to give them a try. The roses are lovely, I'll be stopping by the SouthGlenn store this week and I am sure the roses will disappear quickly at that price! I hope these beautiful flowers brought some cheerfulness to your week, sorry it has been a rough time lately.
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Nancy says
My favorite Valentine's Day recipe would be one for chocolate truffles. Chocolate truffles and red roses go great together!
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VP22 says
I don't think I have a favorite recipe. I love so many. This year I am going to try Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. The recipe seems easy and they look really pretty.
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Georgette C says
It's not a total Valentine's Day recipe because we make it all the time, but gluten-free spinach and artichoke pizza---for valentine's Day, we make heart shaped crust. 🙂
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