meatless monday

meatless monday was founded in 2003, and has become a global movement and phenomenon.  now I personally do eat meat/chicken/poultry products regularly, but for the past decade I have chosen to eat one meatless meal everyday.  I just find it improves my digestion and I feel better overall.  and vegetarian foods are really good, trust me … More meatless monday

power to the pancake

so many flavors, so little time.  #nationalpancakeday is just one day, september 26 – that’s TODAY! celebrate while you can.  1. buttermilk pancakes via add a pinch 2. praline pancakes via oh bite it! 3. whole wheat pancakes via mel’s kitchen cafe 4. black and white pancake cake via camille styles 5. nutella pancakes via … More power to the pancake

fall desserts

throw a fall dessert party one afternoon – just find another reason to celebrate the fall season. I have a few ideas below of what I would have on the menu if I were throwing this soiree.  tell me what you would bring! caramel apple dessert station (apples of course! this would be my feature dessert…and loads of … More fall desserts

national lobster day is today! september 25

I absolutely love lobster and I’m thrilled that sept. 25 is national lobster day.  so celebrate national lobster day today by enjoying what else, lobster! fun fact:  lobster is very nutritious.  it’s high in protein, and low in fat and carbs (when boiled or steamed) making it an optimal choice for those watching their diets. … More national lobster day is today! september 25

super salads.

sometimes I just get in the mood for a big salad, and that’s all I want.  arugula, butter lettuce, and kale are some of my favorite salad greens, and I love adding a light but flavorful vinaigrette as well as healthy toppings to a great big salad.  😉  so I’m sharing my 5favs salads that I … More super salads.

no bread, no problem

its our 5favs ways to enjoy a sandwich without the bread. because if there’s no bread, there’s no problem. 😉   collard wraps with roasted veggies via what’s cooking good looking  portabella mushroom and halloumi “burger” via the mushroom channel vegetarian lettuce wraps via the pioneer woman nori veggie wraps via a house in the hills quinoa and … More no bread, no problem

movie night.

I love movies, and especially love going to movies with friends.  Sometimes, its more fun to bring the theater home and invite guests over to watch a movie together.  I found some great ideas to have a movie night!  Because Good Friends + Good Movie(s) + Good Food = A Good Time. (so, like how many times can … More movie night.

coconut lovin’

the most delicious ways to consume the coconut.  tell me what you think! 😉 fresh coconut water* homemade coconut milk via food52 coconut macaroon granola via free coconut recipes honey coconut french toast via the crucian contessa collard greens w/coconut chips via bon appetit pineapple coconut protein energy bites via creative juice coconut sugar cake … More coconut lovin’

waffle baby

August 24 is National Waffle Day  and we’re celebrating with our 5favs to enjoy waffles. waffle baby, waffle baby, waffle baby.  😉  how do you enjoy #NationalWaffleDay? waffles of insane greatness via food52 toasted coconut via bon appetit multigrain via 101 cookbooks maple pecans and chantilly cream via flourishing foodie caramel macchiato dessert waffles via a few … More waffle baby