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October 23, 2020
Friday Feast | A Viking Meal
Would you dare to dine with one of the wolves from Clan Sutherland? What tempting food could they slip between your lips? I’m certain you’d like to have a Viking horn filled with mead to quench the flames of desire as they continue to feed you from the many trenchers of succulent smoked fish, meats, vegetables with wild garlic and onions, along with breads soaked in honey and hazelnuts.
Hmm, I see a feast in the next book, which is Rorik's story. Yet first, let me give you a small glimpse into...
October 21, 2020
Long and Short Reviews Weekly Blog Challenge | An Early Recollection
Welcome to Wednesday's Weekly Blog Challenge hosted by the lovely people at Long and Short Reviews. The topic this week: My earliest memory.
In talking with a friend recently, I shared how many memories I could recall before the age of five. A few were the scrapes I got into--from wielding a plastic sword on a bike, to disobeying my mother and running through the house. Each of these events required stitches on my head and chin. These memories are all in vivid color, and I remember the moments ...
October 19, 2020
Medieval Monday | A Storm Brews in MAGNAR
Welcome to week five of Medieval Monday and our ongoing theme of nature. I hope you've been enjoying these snippets from Magnar. Don't forget to hop on over to the Medieval Romance Lovers facebook page ,,here! There you can find other links to medieval authors and giveaways!
If you missed any of my previous snippets, take a peek here:
Week 1 ,,here.
Week 2 ,,here.
Week 3 ,,here.
Week 4 ,here.
Enjoy!
Snippet from Magnar
Scene set-up: Magnar and Elspeth are in the forest discussing where their...
October 16, 2020
Friday Feast | Dragon Knight Duncan MacKay's Weakness for this Treat
I'm reminiscing about the Dragon Knights this month. The first book started with a battle in October of 1204, so I'm going to start with a verra special and unique Highlander.
In honor of Duncan MacKay, the hero from my first book, Dragon Knight’s Sword, Order of the Dragon Knights, Book 1, I wanted to share one of his favorites ~ Damson (Plum) Tarts. This is a recipe I had on my original blog many years ago. As a bonus treat, I’ve included an excerpt from the book.
Excerpt, Dragon Knight’s Swo...
October 14, 2020
The Coffee Pot Book Club Presents "His Castilian Hawk" by Anna Belfrage
Please make welcome the lovely Anna Belfrage to the Tavern! We're celebrating her new book release, His Castilian Hawk (The Castilian Saga, Book 1)! I'm eager to read this intriguing historical story. The ale and mead are flowing, so grab a mug and let's take a look at Anna's book...
For bastard-born Robert FitzStephan, being given Eleanor d’Outremer in marriage is an honour. For Eleanor, this forced wedding is anything but a fairy tale.
Robert FitzStephan has served Edward Longshanks loyally s...
October 12, 2020
Medieval Monday | A Stubborn Hero in MAGNAR
Welcome back to week four of Medieval Monday and our ongoing theme of nature. After you've read my snippet, don't forget to hop on over to the facebook page Medieval Romance Lovers ,,here. There you can find the links to the other medieval romance authors' blogs. In addition, if you're on Twitter, look for our hashtag #MedMonFall20 and feel free to retweet. We love shares!
If you missed any of my previous snippets, take a peek here:
Week 1 ,,here.
Week 2 ,,here.
Week 3 ,here.
Enjoy!
Snippet ...
October 9, 2020
Friday Feast | Turkey Pumpkin Chili
There is something comforting about soups, stews, and chili simmering on the stove (or slow cooker) during autumn. In addition, I'm a huge fan of pumpkin--from pumpkin scones to pumpkin soup. Now many of you would say, "Pumpkin in chili?!" Yet it's a wonderful combination, and I've shared the recipe on other social media sites. The pumpkin adds a richness to this hearty dish. It's one of my husband's favorite and most requested during the cooler seasons.
Sláinte Mhath
Turkey Pumpkin Chili
In...
October 7, 2020
Escape to the Mountains of North Carolina in "Mountain Blaze" by Debby Grahl
Please make welcome to the Tavern my friend and sister Rose (from The Wild Rose Press), Debby Grahl! We're celebrating her new book release, Mountain Blaze. It sounds amazing, so grab a glass of champagne and let's hear what Debby has to say about her story...
Mountain Blaze inspiration
I love both the ocean and mountains. I live near the ocean, and thankfully my cousins live a few hours away in North Carolina. The idea for Mountain Blaze came to me while we were all touring the area around Ash...
October 5, 2020
Medieval Monday | Confusion Battles like a Summer Storm in MAGNAR
Welcome to Medieval Monday and our ongoing theme of nature. We're into week three of sharing our excerpts. I encourage you to follow along with all the other Medieval Monday authors on the facebook page Medieval Romance Lovers ,here. There you can find the links to their blogs and a giveaway or two. In addition, if you're on Twitter, look for our hashtag #MedMonFall20
If you missed any of my previous snippets, take a peek here:
Week 1 ,here.
Week 2 ,here.
Snippet from Magnar
Scene set-up: Magna...
October 2, 2020
Friday Feast | Entering October with Mushroom Soup
It has been a verra long week, and I'm craving comfort food on a Friday. Do not tell me what the temps are outside. I refuse to acknowledge this current heatwave. In fact, I'm defying it with this soup.
I love mushrooms and onions, and this classic twist was one I thought of years ago and have seen many variations. Since this is the harvest season, I'd love to venture with an expert out into the forest somewhere, anywhere and forage for mushrooms. It's on my bucket list of things to learn. My ...
