Well, 2010 certainly has been a crazy and interesting year for me. Loads of stress. Long commutes. Loss of job. Leap of faith. Exciting new direction. I am looking forward to what the next year has in store for me….
Family Meals: Powerful Predictor of Positive Growth
Do you find it difficult to sit down to a family meal? Is the TV often on during dinner? Are you running one child to soccer practice while your spouse feeds the other one? You are not alone. Research has…
5 iPhone Apps for Meal Planning
Back again this week with some more useful iPhone app suggestions. Last week the list contained apps that can assist you when you are in search of a good restaurant. Now while I love me a good restaurant meal, I…
White Bean, Sausage and Spinach Soup
Now that the days have gotten shorter, darker and colder (sigh), I have a hankering for some nice warm, comforting soup and some good crusty bread. Soups are really a wonderful, easy way to get your serving of vegetables yet…
5 iPhone Apps for Eating Out
I admit it. I am in love with my iPhone. I never leave home without it. I will even sometimes walk from room to room with it while in my house. It is truly one of the best tools I…
Great Holiday Gifts for Foodies
Are you stumped when it comes to getting holiday gifts for your favorite foodies? Here are a few ideas that will make your gift stand out from the typical cookbook crowd.
Potato Pancake, You Make My World Shake
They are crispy, salty, and delicious. That’s right. They’re potato latkes – the traditional Hanukkah treat. Since yesterday marked the first night of the Festival of Lights, today’s recipe post is all about latkes. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah or not,…
“Psyching” up our kids to eat healthier
Despite efforts by some states in recent years to require healthier lunches in schools, require restaurants to post caloric information for each of their menu items, and tax soda, people in the United States are continuing to get heavier. It…
Our Thanksgiving Meal
EVENT: Thanksgiving ATTENDEES: 11 Adults, 3 kids MENU: Fruit Compote with cheese and crackers Roast Turkey Gravy (with a little cognac, white wine and cream!) Sourdough Stuffing with Sausage, Apples and Cranberries Corn Casserole Brussels Sprout Hash with Caramelized Shallots…
Thanksgiving Prep: Time to Clean Out the Refrigerator
Thanksgiving day is quickly approaching and my refrigerator just isn’t ready. Between trying to start a new business and recently hosting a cocktail party, I am embarrassed to say that chaos has taken over my fridge. Swift action is needed….
