Last week we had my parents visiting us and I couldn’t pass up on the chance to ask my super creative dad to colaborate with me in a DIY project for the blog. I found a great set of wood plates, and I always use them for picnics, but had…
Little Bits & Pieces
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Little Bits & Pieces
I love getting the house ready for visitors, and today I’m extra excited for our special guests arrival tonight, my parents! Happy Day!
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Vanilla Strawberry Swirl Ice Cream
It’s summer, it’s HOT, and it’s time for more ice cream. Here’s our latest creation, a take on one of my favorite childhood recipes: Vanilla Strawberry Swirl ice cream. You can use your favorite vanilla ice cream recipe, we used the basic Cuisinart Simple Vanilla recipe. Ingredients 1 cup whole…
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Dutch Baby – Where have you been all my life?!
I’ve seen pictures of Dutch baby pancakes for a long time and had it on my list to try these out. Why on earth did I wait so long!? This recipe is a keeper for sure, no special equipment or odd ingredients required and SO GOOD! Light and custardy and…
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Putting Pinterest Tips to the Test
I always try to use green and natural cleaning products, but some things just need the help of those super toxic “apply with gloves” ingredients to REALLY clean them. That’s how I feel about cleaning my tub (thank God for Fantastic Scrubbing Bubbles) and shower head (CLR territory). But browsing…
Home Decor
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Herb Garden Ideas
Every summer, we plant a small herb garden in our home. This year I wanted to move beyond the regular pots and planters, and have been researching some great creative ideas for indoor and outdoor gardens. I love these unique ideas. Threshold Floral Garden Tool – $19.99 Windowsill Herb Garden…
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Little Bits & Pieces
A well-deserved coffee break at home with delicious Amphora Bakery danishes.
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Pineapple with Molasses & Lime Zest
Since it’s summer, we’ve been thinking about new fresh and light recipes, especially desserts. After trying this dessert at Boqueria, a great local tapas restaurant, we’d found our winner. It’s a strange sounding combination, but somehow pineapple, lime zest, and molasses combine to make a healthy, and surprisingly delicious dessert. Just slice a pineapple…
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Mango Sorbet
Easy and delicious summer recipe. Mango Sorbet 4 cubed mangos 1 cup simple syrup 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice Directions: Place cubed mango in a food processor or blender, and puree. Pour in simple syrup and lime juice, and puree until smooth. Pour mixture in an ice cream maker…
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Cilantro-Lime Tilapia
While BBQs are a summer must, there’s something about the hot weather that makes me want to keep things light and healthy, so we find ourselves adding lots of fish and seafood dishes to our weekly menu. It’s an easy marinade recipe that can be used with any fish you…