Well, I'm sure you all recognize the traditional bowl of red grapefruit to usher in the New Year? No? OK, it isn't traditional, but receiving citrus fruit for the holidays is almost a tradition. I received a big bag of Ruby grapefruit, much to my delight. They're a great treat for me, so I peeled and sectioned a big bowl of them, just like Julia Child showed me on TV years ago. I know they won't really clean out all the butter and sugar from my veins, but it's nice to eat something so delicious and healthy.
Everyone have a grand New Year's celebration. I've loved meeting so many people through blogging. Next year I resolve to answer my comments all the time!! And lose weight. Which will be harder to do? I'm laying money on the latter.
Happy New Year, Sher and kitties! I hope 2008 brings you health and happiness.
Posted by: kristi | December 31, 2007 at 12:15 PM
Well I have been praying for you, so now I guess it is working if you have all that lovely grapefruit. (Now I need someone to pray for me! It's so hard to eat reasonably during the holidays.)
I think I will make those same two resolutions!
I hope you have a great year in 2008 including a trip to Utah! Happy New Year!
Posted by: Kalyn | December 31, 2007 at 01:02 PM
happy new years, y'all!
thanks for all your wonderful posts this year. scritches for upsie, and gentle tickles for pumpkin and muffin.
d
Posted by: whaleshaman | December 31, 2007 at 01:29 PM
I hope you have a very happy new year and a wonderful 2008!!
Posted by: Deborah | December 31, 2007 at 01:49 PM
Pink grapefruit!!! It's a beautiful thing. Just the perfect antidote to the gray and snowy weather here. Happy new year, Sher!
Posted by: Lydia | December 31, 2007 at 02:06 PM
Your photo of the perfectly trimmed grapefruit slices is making salivate! Happy New Year!
Posted by: Lannae | December 31, 2007 at 05:48 PM
All the best Sher! Please don't worry about answering my comments or not, your great personality and writing are the real gem luring me to come :) :)
Now I learn about this tradition. Some Chinese also like giving (and eating) tangerines during Chinese New Year (usually in Febuary).
Posted by: gattina | January 01, 2008 at 12:14 AM
Yes, that's what I need! Red grapefruit!
That is a really great photo of Upsie!
I think I share that problem about answering all the comments, my intentions are in the right place, I miss the execution.
Wishing you all the best in the new year!
Posted by: MyKitchenInHalfCups | January 01, 2008 at 12:21 AM
Happy New Year Sher! Love your style and food, love the top of that red head!!
Posted by: Char Buckley | January 01, 2008 at 09:54 AM
Happy New Year! Wishing you all the best for 2008!
Nothing can beat American grapefruits ;-P...
Cheers,
Rosa
Posted by: Rosa | January 01, 2008 at 04:44 PM
What a nice gift! The color is beautiful.
Here's to a happy and stress-free 2008!
Posted by: peabody | January 01, 2008 at 05:40 PM
Brings back fond memories of when my dad would send us a huge box of grapefruit and oranges from South Texas. (I lived in Wyoming at the time and it was sweet!)
Don't worry about answering comments. I comment to let the blogger know someone is reading..and enjoying.
Happy New Year!
Posted by: Melly | January 01, 2008 at 09:25 PM
Happy 2009, Sher and Co.!
Posted by: Shannon | January 01, 2008 at 10:07 PM
I am so impressed with those lovely, perfectly sectioned grapefruits! I think the weight thing is on all of our lists of new year's resolutions! I have weight loss plus get more exercise on mine. I should put stay out of the kitchen, but that is too extreme! Anyhow, have a wonderful "New Year" and it was great meeting you in 2007. Looking forward to 2008!
Oh yes, the cinnamon honey was a big hit on Christmas morning on hot English muffins!
Cheers!
Posted by: Deb | January 02, 2008 at 06:59 AM
Happy new year!!!
I've been living on oranges. The citrus is so good this year.
Posted by: Glenna | January 02, 2008 at 11:55 AM
mmmm I have a container here of some juicy grapefruit... a friend told me about adding salt to grapefruit it tones down that bitterness.... just a little sprinkle, thats the way I love it.
Great great blog by the way. I am working on mine, this year for sure, I've just got to remember recipes and photos everytime (almost that I cook) I am too busy throwing things together!!!
KM
Posted by: Krystal Marra | January 02, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Mon mari has been buying grapefruit for the last 2 weeks, too. Not as good as Christmas cookies for breakfast, but nothing can last forever....
Posted by: Katie | January 02, 2008 at 12:24 PM
those sections look just perfect, i feel like i NEED that there bowl of fruit!!
Posted by: aria | January 02, 2008 at 12:57 PM
I adore grapefruit. It is such a clean food, and I Love the way it feels in my throat while eating. YUM.
Posted by: Cakespy | January 02, 2008 at 06:18 PM
Happy new year! All the best for a great new year of food blogging (and whatever else, wink). That grapefruit looks succulent.
Posted by: Lisa | January 03, 2008 at 10:13 AM
Absolutely beautiful! These look delectable and I want to try it!
Posted by: Sorina | January 07, 2008 at 08:13 AM
Oh, I'm late! But I can still wish you a happy New Year nonetheless! I hope you guys have a year full of happiness, laughter and good food!
Posted by: ann | January 08, 2008 at 02:11 PM