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I absolutely LOVE fragrant basmati rice. I don’t particularly care for brown rice. In recent efforts to make our family dinners a bit healthier, I’ve been trying to devise ways to incorporate brown rice into the mix. Although I normally … Read more
Michigan has been unseasonably warm this spring and you can bet I’ve been grilling out every chance I can get! This vegan recipe for Black Bean Tacos on a Bun is perfect for the grill or the frying pan. Black … Read more
I just got back from Puerto Vallarta and I’m already missing all the delicious Mexican food! So this week I’m going to try some mexican inspired recipes. For my Vegan fans, that means featuring another amazing recipe from my friend … Read more
Is it Thursday already? Yes! That means its time to share a new Vegan recipe from my buddy Carolyn :) Being in Southern California and having a hankering for Mexican food, this vegan breakfast burrito recipe is definitely at … Read more
When we headed to Phoenix, Arizona for the very first Bloggers Go girlfriend getaway, there were a few things we knew we could count on. It would be sunny – since Phoenix has 300+ days a year of sunshine. We were going … Read more
Is anyone else sick to death of diets, dieting and “miracle solutions”? I’m tired of diets that require me to cut out complete food groups, or try to live off an insanely low amount of calories each day. I’m tired … Read more
A huge thank you to Verizon for providing me with a DNA for review purposes and thus being the catalyst for the best stuffed burger recipe. Does anyone else get tired of making the same old things all the time? … Read more
On a recent press trip to Bermuda, I had the pleasure of meeting and befriending an amazing woman – Carolyn Scott-Hamilton. A talented chef, nutritionist and travel blogger, Carolyn showed me that being healthy and eating vegan while traveling wasn’t … Read more
With a restaurant named Salty Sow, your mouth probably waters as you imagine bacon served a thousand different ways, but there’s a lot more to this farmhouse inspired restaurant than just pork. You can definitely feel the southern influence in … Read more
Sometimes life gets so busy that we have to learn to slow down, spend time with family, and really enjoy nature. On a recent visit to the San Antonio Zoo, Whistler and I spent the day bonding and exploring, while … Read more
When the San Antonio Zoo opened in 1914, they didn’t have many animals. From a few deer, elk, buffalo, monkeys and four bears, today the zoo is home to over 9,000 animals and 750 species. They were one of … Read more
When I heard they were making a sequel to “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra”, I choked on my cheeseburger, or whatever it was I was eating at the time. The first movie was so horrendous, who in their right … Read more
Wonder how a animated film is created? On a recent press trip provided by 20th Century Fox and DreamWorks Animation a group of bloggers were invited to learn about the process. The Croods is a 3D comedy adventure that follows the world’s first … Read more
Disney’s “Wreck-it Ralph“ is coming out on Blu-ray/DVD combo pack and that means its time to party 8-bit style. What better way to celebrate than by creating a “sugar rush” with some sweet creations? The Sugar Cone Race Kart might … Read more
I’m not going to lie, this recipe is a little spicy. But I promise that you’ll love it! This dish is brimming with flavors of Cajun spices and the shrimp are so succulent with just enough spice to make your … Read more
As a mother of a three year old, I find that causes concerning children impact me more than ever. I feel there is much truth in the african proverb that says it takes a village to raise a child. If … Read more