Super Bowl Party Food
Once a teacher, always a teacher
As many of you know I spent over a decade in the classroom as an elementary school teacher. And while I am no longer working in that environment my love of teaching never waned. Lately, I have been searching for a way to combine my love of teaching and learning with my myriad interests. This …
The Ultimate Family-Friendly Valentine’s Day Dinner
Hey friend, happy Hump Day! Real talk here: What is the likelihood of finding a babysitter on Valentine’s day? I’d say about as high as the likelihood of my children letting me sleep past 6 on a Saturday. It ain’t happening! As a result, we have learned to embrace Valentine’s Day as a family holiday. …
One-Pot Lemon Basil Pasta
Oh hey, friends! Is it me, or does January feel like the longest month ever! I am here today to gently nudge us into February, one of my favorite months! Not only is this my and the hub’s birthday month, but to me, it is a month all about showing the love! Saving Valentine’s Day …
Holiday Comfort Meal aka Paella a la Betsy via Gwyneth Paltrow
It finally feel like winter! At least for San Diego standards. I thought this would be a great time to share this amazing paella recipe I adapted from Gwyneth Paltrow’s book “It’s All Good.” The recipe is hearty, filling, and gluten and dairy free. This recipe makes SO much food is ideal for serving …
San Francisco Part 1: What We Ate
It is definitely safe to say that we did not starve in San Francisco. Most times when we travel we pretty much wing it when it comes to food. San Francisco though is a city filled with an incredible culinary scene so it is definitely worth doing a little homework before you head there. our …
More is Even More Rice Crispy Treats
Happy Monday friends! We are exploring San Francisco write now, but I wanted to share this recipe with you to get your week off on the right track. And by right track, I mean with lots of gooey sugary awesomeness. A few months ago a girlfriend emailed me this recipe for these brownies: …
June Gloom Comfort
Happy Hump Day!!! Even though summer has technically started, we have been experiencing the typical San Diego June gloom. I’m not gonna complain though, I know it will get super hot soon (like, tomorrow!), So I will soak in this marine layer for as long as I can. While enjoying this cozy weather the other …
It’s beginning to look a lot like Summer!
Good Morning! I hope you all had an awesome weekend. Even though the boys have three more days of school, it is basically summer time in these parts. On Friday I met up with my friend Gina for lunch. We went to Mitch’s in Point Loma. The place is SO good and right on the …
The Best Appetizer Ever!
It’s not gorgeous, but don’t judge this book by its cover because it is damn good! Trader Joe’s Feta Lentil Bruschetta ( I don’t think this recipe is a huge secret considering I tried it for the first time in the sample area, and have seen several versions of it on Pinterest.) Nonetheless, it is …