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“Get outside!” My mother would shout, as my five siblings and I ran around the house in a cartoon cloud of dust and chaos. There were six of us kids constantly on the go during my childhood, and my love … Read more
What happens when you put two long time, adventurous friends on top of a mountain with a desire for something delicious but faced with the same old, uninteresting energy snacks everyone has been eating for years? The birth of a … Read more
Back to School season is here! While we’re busy stocking up on school supplies and having a blast filling out this year’s wardrobe, I’ve also been thinking about lunch and after school snack ideas. Not surprisingly, talented bloggers are full … Read more
When I think of Las Vegas, it’s bright neon lights, staying up til the sun rises, dancing all night in clubs, rolling the dice at casinos, award winning shows – the makings of a veritable adult playground – come to mind. Of … Read more
Did you know April is National Soyfoods Month? In celebration of the month, I was challenged to swap out a dairy or meat-based ingredients in one of my favorite recipes with a soy-based food. Now that spring has hit we have been doing … Read more
The holidays are a busy time for everyone and I admit that today the craziness of it all got to me. I woke up late and had a million and one things to do before noon. Then it was going … Read more
One of the things that make Kebabs so great is that they start with a simple base and they can be taken in almost any direction. At it’s most simple a Kebab is a Middle Eastern dish of pieces of … Read more
Located high above the Carmel Highlands bluffs, Pacific’s Edge restaurant eloquently pairs unmatched views of the Big Sur coastline with sensational California Coastal cuisine for a ‘foodie’ experience that’s unlike anywhere else. A Four Diamond award winner, Pacific’s Edge gains … Read more
Last month I had the amazing opportunity to spend a few days at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii. While there, I had the pleasure of meeting with Chef Kevin Chong for a delicious cooking tutorial on how to prepare a … Read more
Winter mornings call for a warm, hearty breakfast and my favorite is french toast! The surprisingly balanced base to start the day puts together a slice or two of carbohydrate rich bread with the protein of milk and eggs to … Read more
Our bodies are constantly providing us feedback, but how well are we listening? Using the language of feeling or sensation, what we feel isn’t random or without purpose, but our body’s unique way of informing our mind of what we’re … Read more
The key to wearing less makeup is to first start with the inside. Skin that is well taken care of will be softer, smoother and more supple. Start by drinking plenty of water. Water flushes away toxins and hydrates your … Read more
There’s quite a bit of talk circulating around about juice cleanses at the moment. With the popular documentary Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead making it’s rounds in online streaming, to Dr. Oz dedicating an episode to the topic, and countless … Read more
The Happiest Place on Earth just became a bit spookier as Halloween has officially taken over the Disney parks! Filled with special treats, attractions, shows and surprises, there’s spirited fun for the whole family to enjoy this Halloween season. Each … Read more
My “first” car was a complete clunker. I think it lasted all of 6 months before it died. I couldn’t have been more relieved. Especially when it was replaced with a brand new 2006 Kia Optima. For the last 7 … Read more
Photo Credit My Coffee Supply I find it fascinating that everyday household products can do so much more than the task they were meant for. For instance, I know do just about all of my house hold cleaning with vinegar, … Read more