It’s November, again, and I’m not sure where this year went! I spent the weekend with all kinds of friends from different nooks of my life. And while I was thinking about what I’ll be cooking this November – between Thanksgiving and birthdays – I didn’t even make a cup of coffee in my kitchen! Instead, I enjoyed great meals and drinks around town at some great local spots – as of lately I recommend Sticks & Stones Pizza, Print Works Bistro and Hops Burger Bar in Greensboro.

I gave myself a cooking break because I must selfishly admit that my Cider Brined Pork Roast photo made BonAppetit.com on Friday morning! They say”The best journeys answer questions that in the beginning you didn’t even think to ask.” Here’s to more cooking (and relaxing!) this holiday season.