In the event that you are still on the hunt for Cinco de Mayo recipes, look no further! Turns out I’ve published my share of Mexican inspired recipes on this blog. Below, I’ve listed a few of my favorites that will work for a small gathering or a larger crowd. … [Read more...]

Since I’m moving Georgia at the end of the month, I better practice making real Southern cocktails like mint juleps. Since the Kentucky Derby is tomorrow, I can’t think of a better time to try Gail Simmons, the host of Bravo's Top Chef, recipe for Lemon Ginger “Tulep” using Pure Leaf Iced Tea. … [Read more...]

We all have our favorite Mexican dishes that are oh-so-bad for us – mine’s rolled tacos with guacamole and sour cream. Well, Everyday Health has taken Mexican Lasagna to Recipe Rehab, an online show where celebrity chefs remake a fattening family recipe in a challenge and the family chooses the winner. Recipe Rehab episodes air every Friday at 1 ET on the Everyday Health YouTube Channel, but … [Read more...]

I’ve been on a spicy kick lately. Just last week, I made Chicken Tacos with Garlic and Chile Sauce, served with fresh jalapenos. Before serving the tacos to my kids, I did remove most of the... Continue Reading … [Read more...]

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This dish may not be much to look at but it is delicious and versatile. It makes a great breakfast or snack. I actually ate several forkfuls before dinner last night. I couldn’t resist. You’ve got sweet, tart strawberries mingling with the buttery pecans and the quinoa is right there binding it all together. Amazing. And so simple! Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, prepared according to the … [Read more...]

We’ve been making homemade pizza in my family for as long as I can remember. It was a tradition started by my mother when I was a little girl. Every Saturday night was our pizza night. Today I continue that tradition with my family, making our own homemade pizza from scratch almost every weekend. For my family, the crust is the most important part of the pizza. The pizza crust can definitely … [Read more...]

Since becoming a Mountain High Yoghurt Mom, their product has become a staple in my kids’ lives. As I explained in a previous Mountain High Yoghurt post, I used to buy it all the time until I started making my own yogurt. Since my yogurt maker is in storage, Mountain High Yoghurt has become my go to brand of choice because it’s delicious, nutritious and a great buy, especially when purchasing … [Read more...]

This post brought to you by Chili’s Grill & Bar. All opinions are 100% mine. Margaritas are my favorite go to cocktail, especially in the summer. They are cool, refreshing and I love the combination of lime and salt. That’s why I was so excited when I was contacted to try the new CoronaRita at Chili’s. Chili’s is one of our favorite little lunch spots. It’s a fun place to meet up … [Read more...]

Are you a fan of the Meal Makeover Moms? If so you may want to enter the Holland House/Meal Makeover Moms Sweepstakes. The sweepstakes is running through the beginning of June. Each month, one fan will be chosen to receive a meal makeover from the Meal Makeover Moms. The first drawing took place in April, but there’s still time to enter for the May and June drawings. All you need to do is go to … [Read more...]

Today’s guest post is from Chynna Laird, author of White Elephants, her memoir published by Eagle Wings Press. You can also find her at White Elephants: A Blog About Bipolar and Mood Disorders, Mental Illness and Survival. As part of her … [Read more...]