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Get Out of That Food Rut! Pinterest to the Rescue
Are you stuck in a food rut eating the same meals day after day. Meatloaf Monday. Taco Tuesday. Wish Someone Else Was Cooking Wednesday. Takeout Thursday. Just Forget About It Friday. You need some inspiration… [more]
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Strawberry Tart with a Heart (and some raw honey!)
Valentine's Day is nearly upon us. Whether you are sharing the day with one special someone, a group of friends you adore, or treating yourself to a day of indulgence, a delicious (and healthy) dessert… [more]
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Kitchen Design: Does Yours Help You Cook Efficiently?
As a personal chef, I have seen a lot of different kitchens over the years - some extremely small, some that look like they came out of a design magazine. Having cooked in so many different spaces I have… [more]
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Are You Accidentally Using the Wrong Cooking Oil?
Does visiting the grocery aisle where the vinegars and oils are shelved leave you a bit overwhelmed these days? Instead of two of three oils to choose from there are now ten or more that range from inexpensive… [more]
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5 Super Easy Dinners You Can Whip Up Without a Recipe
We all have 'em...days when we are just too wiped out to even think about preparing dinner. It is these type of days when we need to open up our pantry and put together a meal without any fuss, stress… [more]
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Devilish Green Eggs and Ham
There is nothing like the taste and smell of fresh basil. And summertime is the perfect time to incorporate this amazing herb into as many dishes as possible, especially if you are lucky enough to be able… [more]
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Living the Healthy Life: Must-Have Items for Your Pantry
If you are looking to get healthier and more fit, your pantry is one of the first places you need to visit. When you open up the cabinets what do you see? By making 4 simple changes in your pantry, you… [more]
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3 Techniques for Perking Up Plain Old Vegetables
Are you tired of plain old steamed veggies? Do you have a large list of vegetables you don't like to eat? Well then today you are going to love this post! I am confident that you can enjoy eating your… [more]
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Staying Fit and Healthy: Interview with a Personal Trainer
Eating healthy foods and staying fit through physical exercise are both so important for living a life that is rich and fulfilling. It is because of this important partnership of food and fitness that… [more]
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10 Tips for a Successful Dinner Party
Inviting family and friends into your home for a wonderful meal and great conversation need not invoke panic and stress. With careful planning and a few helpful tips, you can create an enjoyable experience… [more]
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The Power of Food to Arouse
February is the month of love and aphrodisiac foods are currently a “hot” topic. But can food really increase sexual arousal or fertility?… [more]
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Shredded Brussels Sprout, Bacon and Asparagus Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing
OK, I admit it. I don't always eat a very healthy lunch, if I eat lunch at all. If I am cooking for a client, I just cook my way right through the day never stopping to take time to eat something myself… [more]
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8 Ways to Eat Organic on a Budget
We've all heard the jokes about "Whole Paycheck" when referring to Whole Foods and yet, with the growing awareness of GMOs, pesticides and negative effects of processed foods, there is an increased desire… [more]
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Dinner Game: Whine with Dinner
We all have 'em. Days that just start bad and keep getting worse. You stub your toe on your way from the bed to the bathroom. You get shampoo in your eye. There is no milk for cereal.… [more]
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The Best of 2011 and Goals for 2012
In these busy times we live in, it is helpful to pause at certain key points during the year and reflect on where you are headed and how far you have come. The start of a new year offers you the opportunity… [more]
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