Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
This post is sponsored by JW Twist-In Treats but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. We just finished building an outdoor covered patio structure to enjoy this summer, so we are ready to start entertaining! While everyone loves my big hairy rescue…
Laws are being passed and reef-wrecking sunscreens are getting the boot! But which options are effective and reef-friendly for your summer beach fun?
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As summer is almost in full swing, we decided to build an outdoor covered entertaining area in our backyard. What seemed like a simple backyard improvement has turned into a major endeavor, which has included long hours of painting, lifting, and hammering. (more…)
My family loves salmon, so I was excited to learn about this gourmet pre-planked salmon. Located in a tiny South Shore hamlet of Blandford, Nova Scotia, Cedar Bay Grilling Company is an award-winning producer of frozen Salmon products that bring the best of Atlantic Canada…
This post is sponsored by General Mills. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Giving and volunteering have always been a part of my life, so naturally, my daughter has been raised to also take part in many charitable causes. Moms will often ask me…
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As winter winds down and lemon trees are dropping their bounty, I have been preserving lemons with salt to use in soups, bakes, stews and salad dressings. As a fan of one-pot cooking, my Tangy Vegetable Tagine with Preserved Lemons is an easy, yet impressive dish to prepare for dinner guests. It may be enjoyed alone, or served over your favorite grain. The flavorful tagine flavors range from spicy, sweet to zesty, so it’s important to serve a delicious beverage that complements the flavors. I love pairing SANPELLEGRINO® Momenti Lemon & Raspberry beverage with this exotic meal as it’s a wonderful flavor mix of real fruit juice and refreshing bubbles, with no artificial sweeteners. The light lemon and raspberry flavors from the sparkling drink pair perfectly with this lemon infused tagine! (more…)
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I groaned as I started to pack my suitcase. Seattle forecast? Rain, followed by a little more rain. As a native San Diegan, we have a love-hate relationship with rain. We desperately need the rainwater due to our ongoing drought, but the honest truth is…
This post is sponsored by Celestial Seasonings but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. The warmer weather is FINALLY here, so I’ve been making my colorful, flavorful Berry Berry Zinger beverage. Pairing fresh seasonal strawberries with Celestial Seasonings Raspberry Zinger tea creates…
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I was absolutely thrilled that California received so much rain this year. Not only have we been in a horrible drought, but I haven’t seen the hills so green and vibrant in years! The frequent rains also brought us a Super Bloom of flowers from the coast to the deserts. The colors and varieties have been absolutely outstanding, but the unfortunate side effect is that we are all suffering from pollen-induced allergies! (more…)
If you’re stopping through London and only have a day or two to see the sights, here are my top five picks to experience a variety of what London has to offer. Walk through a Park I’m not doing to include walking in a park…
I just returned from London and let’s just say tea and scones became a thing. Lemon curd was one of my favorite things to smear on top of a warm toasty scone, so I simply had to make some when I returned. You can water…
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This Vegan Banana Peanut Butter Cardamom Smoothie is a delicious treat, but with no additional sugars added. I’ve included Metamucil Premium Blend (*Yes, Metamucil is Vegan)as the fiber blends really well with the banana, and it is sweetened with plant-based Stevia and contains natural flavors and colors.
I also use unsweetened plant-based Oat or Almond milk to help thin out the smoothie, yet keep it creamy and delicious. (more…)
