Thank-you for a wonderful 2013! We’re so grateful that you take valuable time out of your busy lives to read The Chocolate Voice! Everyday is truly a blessing for us to have the opportunity to do what we love, and share it with our amazing readers. We can’t
[caption id="attachment_10544" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Photo credit: The Chocolate Voice[/caption] (San Diego) On December 24, 2013, Shaback Incorporated & Dr. Netreia D. Carroll hosted its 19th Annual Christmas Extravaganza at Market Creek Plaza. The organization's goal was to share 250,000 gifts, resources, and necessities with 8,000 low income residents
How the Grinch Stole Christmas is one of my favorite children's books for the holidays. This recipe is really just a roast beef that requires a little more time and effort. The kids might complain about the wait, but they'll be talking about the "Roast
Debbie Allen Dance Academy's The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker at Royce Hall at UCLA in Los Angeles has been named winner of the 7th Annual Goldstar National Nutcracker Award. The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, which competed with approximately 60 other productions of The Nutcracker across the country, receives "The Nutty" statuette as
This French Toast with a twist is perfect for Christmas morning! Ingredients: 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1/4 cup orange juice concentrate 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup finely ground pecans 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of nutmeg Ten 1-inch-thick slices of french bread Garnish: Unsalted butter Maple syrup Powdered sugar Directions: 1) In a shallow bowl beat together eggs,
This recipe is both visually creative and appetizing. It would be a conversation-starter at a holiday dinner because it adds height to the table. [caption id="attachment_10394" align="aligncenter" width="528"] Photo Credit: simply-tango.us[/caption] Ingredients: 1 (8 1/2-pound) crown roast pork, tied, bones frenched 7 dried New Mexico or pasilla chiles (1
(Via Press Release) LOS ANGELES, CA (DECEMBER 18, 2013) – Industry veterans Reginald Hudlin and Phil Gurin have been named co-executive producers of the 45th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS, it was jointly announced today by the NAACP and TV One. Winners will be revealed during the two-hour star-studded
Without question, there's some really good Holiday songs out there! Beautiful songs performed by a string of talented artist's that carry a spiritual vibe that brightens the mood and sweetens the soul. One of my personal favorites is, the Jackson 5’s version of “Santa Claus is
[caption id="attachment_10477" align="aligncenter" width="480"] Avocado Egg Salad[/caption] Note: What could make Egg Salad better? Avocado! You might want to make extra because its color alone is going to attract attention. Avocado Egg Salad Ingredients: 6 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 5 hard-cooked eggs, chopped 1/2 red
I love baked potatoes, but it seems like it takes forever to make them! This recipe solves that problem! This tasty finger food makes the perfect appetizer right before the main course is served. [caption id="attachment_10399" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Photo Source: Laura's Best Recipes[/caption] 24 baby Yukon Gold or