Me, Marisa Tomei, Dan Cortese, and Rocco Dispirito

If you’ve been a reader of mine since 2008, then you’ll recall the time I hung out with Rocco Dispirito. It was glorious to watch him cook and charm us gals to no end.   Since then, I’ve had several encounters with various celebrities including the lovely Paula Deen but this time around, I’m getting… [Continue Reading]

The Redesign of My Wooden Spoon

If you’re a subscriber, I’d love for you to click through and see the new look of My Wooden Spoon. Of course you can get an idea with the screen shots but I’d still love for you stop by and  say howdy!
Thanks to the lovely Wordpress Mama, Daisy Olsen (who is also my blog’s… [Continue Reading]

100 Recipes, 1-Million Dollar Winner

I absolutely love challenges, cook-offs, and bake-offs which is why I’m constantly watching shows like Challenge, Chopped, and Iron Chef but have you ever considered entering a food challenge (<–which btw, the winner will be announced soon)?  As much as I love challenges, I don’t know if I’d enter.  I’m just not that creative but… [Continue Reading]

Kelly’s Cake-Off for a Cause with Buddy Valastro, Cake Boss

I strongly believe that if you can help someone, you should. What I love about some of the Cause campaigns that Electrolux  has, is that you can literally help others (the cause) by simply casting  a vote, answering a poll question or making a cupcake.  They rawk in that department. Well my good friend Audrey… [Continue Reading]

Food for Thought – 2009 Recap

2009 has been such a wonderful year for My Wooden Spoon. I’m so grateful for you guys that read and support my blog. I’m grateful for the opportunities that have come way. I’ve had so much fun working with Oscar Mayer in making my very own sandwich, being a Velveeta Kitchenista/Spokesblogger, partnering… [Continue Reading]

10 Ways to Cut Cost When Eating Out

Most of try to keep our grocery bill under control but what about our food bills for restaurants?  Whether you eat out occasionally or several times a week, I’ve got some tips to help reduce the cost of dining out.
1. CLIP AND SAVE
These days, you can get coupons for just about any store and even… [Continue Reading]

Mirassou and Eating Good

If you haven’t noticed (and I hope you have), I’ve recently started posting only once or twice a week.  This is intentional and it will be how I do things around here from now on.  I’ve had a wonderful year but a busy one.  One that had me so overworked that I couldn’t even remember… [Continue Reading]

The Easiest and Best Beef Bourguignon EVER!

You’ve seen inspired handbags and clothing but what about gourmet food?  Oh, you better believe it’s out there! In fact, I had THE BEST chef inspired gourmet food line, Beverly Hills Kitchen, today with my family– Beef Bourguignon.  No, this country gal doesn’t have a clue how to pronounce it but that doesn’t matter because… [Continue Reading]

5 Budget Friendly Breakfast Ideas

Breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day so please don’t skip out on it!  It’s what gives you that much needed boost to get going and last through the morning.  I know that everyone is still struggling due to the economy so here are a few budget friendly breakfast ideas to get… [Continue Reading]

VELVEETA it Kitchenista – Wednesday’s Waste Not, Want Not

Last year I had the honor of working with Kraft Velveeta creating the winning recipe, Shrimp Stroganoff Casserole and this year I’m honored to say I’m a VELVEETA it Kitchenista!  Me and 4 other bloggers were asked to take part in a campaign to bring you Velveeta recipes and tips & advice to help make… [Continue Reading]

Taste of Home Magazine for $2 What a Steal!

Wow, what a steal folks. Taste of Home Magazine for only $2 for a whole year!!  Or, $4 for 2 years, $6 for 3 years, or $8 for 4 years. That’s just crazy!  It only lasts a few days so you probably need to act fast.  A big thanks for Tara for telling me about… [Continue Reading]

Libby’s and Feeding America Virtual Canned Food Drive

Hungry Families  that you can help.
Libby’s and Feeding America have teamed up for a virtual food drive and I volunteered to help raise money!  My goal? $1000.  Gosh, that’s a big goal but I’m gonna do everything I can to reach it and possibly exceed it, hopefully, with your help.  Each dollar  raised will help… [Continue Reading]

Pampered Chef Drool Party!

I’ve never been to, much less hosted a Pampered Chef Party but WOW did I have a great time!  (Party is still open and items can be purchased through the link. Things still on sale!) I’ve always been familiar with the company thanks to my Mom. She’s a kitchen junkie and loves their products.  Now… [Continue Reading]