Recipes

We are a family that eats just about everything – Sushi, BBQ, Seafood, Italian, Mexican, Indian, Chinese, Steak & Potatoes – you name it, we’ll eat it. While we usually have a wide variety of meals each week, seafood tends … Read more

Sweet Basil is one of those staple herbs that I make sure to have year round in my window sill garden. While I usually pair it with garlic and tomatoes, the new trend seems to be adding them to fancy … Read more

This Grilled Stuffed Flank Steak Recipe from Cooking-Outdoors had my mouth watering the moment I saw it. The original recipe features creamy provolone cheese and sautéed vegetables all rolled up in a delicious flank steak and then wrapped in, yep, BACON! … Read more

Winter mornings call for a warm, hearty breakfast and my favorite is french toast! The surprisingly balanced base to start the day puts together a slice or two of carbohydrate rich bread with the protein of milk and eggs to … Read more

While the rest of the nation freezes, we are enjoying beautiful 75 degree weather here in Southern California. I’ve already done my “spring” planting and looking out the door and seeing the sun shine on the flowers and herbs makes … Read more

I’ve lived in Southern California all my life. When I think of great Mexican food, I picture my favorite “hole in the wall” establishment where the employees only speak spanish and the traditional Mexican folk music is bumping so loud … Read more

I love my job most days, but today friends, I *really* love my job. I mean, who wouldn’t when a company like PURA VIDA Tequila sends you 3 of their hand-crafted, triple distilled, estate-grown 100% Blue Weber agave spirits and says – … Read more

If you’re a fan of steamed Manila Clams, then you’re familiar with the standard butter, garlic and white wine flavored recipe. Adapted from Savory Sweet Life, this classic is transformed into an incredibly quick and easy Asian inspired version. In … Read more

What kind of coffee drinker are you? Are you the I-can’t-function-until-I-have-my-morning-cup kind? Do you like it black or do you load it up with cream and sugar? I’ve always loved the fancy stuff. You know, the espresso, cappuccino, latte, macchiato … Read more

It always seems like I never have enough time in the day. This is especially true during the Holidays where I always seem to find myself wishing for just one more hour. One more hour to work, one more hour … Read more

There’s nothing quite like a home cooked meal with family. Between balancing work, school, and kids’ soccer practice, it may seem like there’s little to no time available to make a home cooked meal, but a new company called Blue … Read more

Do you love baked cheesy potatoes? So does my grandma – and she has a secret recipe that she swears by. This baked cheesy potato casserole is the perfect comfort food for chilly winter nights. It’s cheesy, creamy, and absolutely … Read more