Mommy's Little Helper just loooves his IKEA kitchen and Melissa & Doug Chef Role Play Costume Set. Which is funny as we got it more for Walker, and instead Alistaire is over playing with it often! The IKEA kitchen is just way cute! So while he played happily, I read over a copy of that… Continue reading Betty Goes Vegan: Carrot Cupcakes
Category: Cookbooks
A Sweet Surprise & Coconut Bread
I found a package waiting for me at the post office, from my Aunt Vikki, my Mom's younger sister. Inside was a small steno-style notepad, that had belonged to my Nana. She passed away in 2003, so a neat look into my past. I flipped through the recipes recognizing some of the names of ladies… Continue reading A Sweet Surprise & Coconut Bread
Book Review: Livin’ Lean with Trader Joe’s
It is hard to explain to others, when they don't live near a Trader Joe's store, just why the stores are so addictive. They are like crack to a foodie. So much. Food. The candy and cookie aisles require blinders on to avoid temptation. Considering that I can eat 99% of what is sold there,… Continue reading Book Review: Livin’ Lean with Trader Joe’s
The Best of 2013: The Top 13 Recipes
Happy New Years Eve! I won't lie...taking nearly 2 weeks off from blogging has been good for my soul - and my mind. If anything, it has left me feeling more creative/inspired. During this time I finished and published 2 of my outdoor cooking manuscripts that had been languishing for years in my computer. I… Continue reading The Best of 2013: The Top 13 Recipes