This post is sponsored by Brita. All opinions are entirely my own. I have memories as a kid of pouring water from the faucet into a filter pitcher and standing there drumming my fingers on the counter for several minutes as the water sloooowly trickled through the filter … Continue reading →
30″ Masterbuilt Digital Electric Smoker Review & Giveaway
I received this Masterbuilt smoker for review. As always, all opinions are entirely my own. Masterbuilt, where have you been all my life? I've had two other smokers before, both of which I used a grand total of...two times. Ever. They were a hassle to use, had … Continue reading →
Oat & Buckwheat Waffles with Rhubarb Compote & Vanilla Cream (Gluten Free)
Ready for some waffles that not only taste incredible but are actually good for you, too? These are some of our favorite go-to waffles served with a variety of syrups, and paired with this Rhubarb Compote and Vanilla Cream they are simply amazing! Made with oat and … Continue reading →
Vida Health Coach App Review
The new year is approaching (can you believe it??) and that means it's time to start thinking about and setting GOALS! For many if not most of us those goals will involve our health and well-being. Lose weight, firm up, build muscle, get fit, eat better...yes, we've … Continue reading →
Cutco Knives Review & Giveaway (a $261 knife set!)
I received some Cutco knives for review and I am impressed. If you don't already own some Cutco knives you likely know someone who does. I was introduced to Cutco for the first time about 5 years ago when we were visiting my brother-in-law and I saw his collection. He … Continue reading →
Smith Brothers Farms: A Local Tradition of Quality and Service
I've teamed up with Smith Brothers to bring you this post. For all you who live in the beautiful Puget Sound area of Washington State, I want to share a remarkable business with you: Smith Brothers Farms. Many of you, if you haven't already heard the name, … Continue reading →
Whole Grain Almond Fruit Bars
Thank you to the J.M. Smucker Company for sponsoring this post! Last week I posted the recipe for my Lemon Millet Fig Cake with Walnuts and Candied Ginger and mentioned that I was planning on making some fruit bars next. I like homemade fruit bars and wanted to … Continue reading →
ONA Goes To Bermuda (Brooklyn Camera Bag Review)
I've been wanting to get a new camera bag for a while. And when it came time to take a trip to Bermuda a few weeks ago I knew I finally had to break down and get one. Up until this point I've either used a camera backpack or have simply carried my camera in my purse. … Continue reading →
Locomotion Barbecue Sauce (Weber Genesis EP-330 Gas Grill Review)
I've teamed up with Weber to bring you this post! I can't even tell you how done I am with rickety grills. We've gone through two of them in the last 5 years and it's one of those hard lessons learned: You end up paying more for cheap quality items because you have … Continue reading →
Havarti Dill Corn Cakes
Thank you to Castello for sponsoring this post! If you enjoy traditional cornbread or corn cakes these are a "must try." The combination of a high class European cheese with all the goodness of down-to-earth, traditional home-style Southern cooking makes these Havarti … Continue reading →
Spanish Steaks
This is the recipe that had my husband's work staff clamoring at his office door because of the aroma flooding the clinic at lunchtime. It's always rewarding when you can prepare a meal that smells amazing, tastes as good as it smells, and is visually appealing. Because … Continue reading →
Classic Angel Food Cake
The food of angels. I've always thought this cake had a fitting name. White as wool, light an airy as a cloud, and a deliciously delicate flavor - it's easy to see why this 19th century American creation has remained a favorite through the generations. … Continue reading →
Balsamic Glazed Chicken Rolls + Wüsthof Review and 8-inch Cook’s Knife GIVEAWAY!!
I received these Wüsthof knives for review and all opinions are entirely my own. Tender and moist chicken roll-ups filled with vegetables and oozing cheese then drizzled with a flavorful balsamic glaze. PLUS I have an awesome GIVEAWAY for you - a Wüsthof Classic … Continue reading →
Blonde French Onion Soup
Sponsored Post - The Art of Cheese with Castello Aged Havarti This all-original Blonde French Onion Soup is a deliciously creamy twist on the classic version. You'll love it! French onion soup is rather sentimental to me. It played a special part in the dating years … Continue reading →
Gourmet Marinated Olives
Thank you to Lindsay for sponsoring this post! A special thanks to Lindsay Olives for sponsoring this post! These homemade marinated olives are a real show-stopper. Plump, juicy, and packed full of flavor, they're perfect for entertaining, snacking, including at the … Continue reading →
Pumpkin Eggnog Cake with Eggnog Custard Sauce
Thank you to Clever Girls and Bob's Red Mill for sponsoring this post! I can't praise this cake enough. It is perfection. The texture is exquisite and the flavor is so wonderful. It's fantastic on its own, but when served with the eggnog custard sauce it not only … Continue reading →
Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Kabobs
Nothing beats a sizzling hot skewer from the grill that's slathered down with a luscious, sticky finger-lickin' sauce. These Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Kabobs are fast and easy to make and are a guaranteed hit at your dinner table! … Continue reading →