Summer is made for backyard movies. Whether you use a fancy projector or huddle around an iPad, backyard movies are a great way to bring family and friends together! One way to take your backyard movie to the next level is to incorporate a themed concession stand. That means having a menu that goes along […]
Food
Why Fat Makes You Thin (And More Shocking Nutritional Facts You’ve Been Lied To About Your Whole Life)
If you keep up with health crazes and nutritional fads, you’ve probably heard of the keto diet. Rich in fats, low in carbs, this diet is said to be the most sustainable way to lose weight quickly. But most people are shocked to learn that it’s possible to lose weight when eating so many fatty […]
Simmering Fall Scents You Can Create On The Stove
Though summer isn’t over quite yet, it will be here before we know it. And I’ve got to say, after months of scorching heat, I’m looking forward to the chilly evenings of fall. One of my favorite parts of Fall is creating Fall scents on the stove that can be smelled throughout the house. Stovetop […]
Campfire Cooking: Cowboy Up
My kids and I love to camp. And by love to camp, I mean that we REALLY love to camp. We try to head out at least four or five times a Summer, and we have tons of fun no matter where we end up going. But it can be tricky to prepare meals for […]
Why Are You Still Eating These Inflammatory Foods?
With all of the health food crazes, diets, and fads, it can be tricky to determine what is really good for you and what isn’t. However, as more scientific research is released, it’s becoming more and more clear that foods with gluten, dairy, sugar, and soy might not be too good for you. Not only […]
Food Painting: Highlights And Shadows That Create Delicious Art
I was spending a moment or two last weekend on Pinterest and I came across an especially gorgeous “food-themed” painting. It was a photo of pancakes and blueberries, and the shadows were just incredible! Inspired by the painting, I decided to give this kind of art a try of my own. Take a look at […]
5 Star Spangled 4th Of July (Last Minute) Desserts
The Fourth is such a magical holiday! I love the energy of the whole day and I even love the sunburn I usually come home with. However, if you’re like me, you end up doing SOMETHING last-minute on the 4th! And since you can’t go to a party empty-handed, try any one of these super […]
5 Reasons You Should Follow A Mediterranean Diet
I was lucky enough to visit the islands of Greece just last year, and while there I had the pleasure of eating incredibly delicious food! Seriously, we ate and ate that vacation and never once did I feel bloated or heavily full. I came home and had practically gained no weight at all. It was […]