“I quit sugar!” Those are words that will (hopefully) come out of my mouth with a little more enthusiasm than I’m feeling right now, especially since I had a cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting this morning for breakfast. I recently purchased Sarah Wilson’s book, I Quit Sugar, with every intention to quit the sweet stuff. My sugar addiction is off the charts! I’m giving myself some time to thoroughly read the book, to clean out my cupboards and fridge, and to develop an attack plan. Thankfully, my friend, Katy, said that she would quit sugar with me. Now I’m […]
Enjoy a Romantically Delicious Movie Night
I love movies that combine my love of food, my love of beautiful scenery, and my love of a good story. The 100 Foot Journey did just that. Photo Source: IMDb The Kadam family leaves India for France where they open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory’s Michelin-starred eatery. ( IMDb) Based on Richard C. Morais’ beloved novel of the same name, this movie is deliciously romantic. It stars Dame Helen Mirren as Madame Mallory and Manish Dayal as Hassan Kadam, a cook who not only charms sous chef Marguerite, but Madame Mallory. Om Puri stars as […]
Celebrating Labor Day!
Monday is Labor Day, and if you’re like me, then you’re off from work and getting ready to get your grill on! My husband and I are hosting my mom and two of our three nieces. We may have some leftovers for mom to take back to my dad and my gramma Howard, but steak is on the menu and my family loves their steak! Hopefully you have a Labor Day party to go to, but if not, then here are some quick and fabulous ideas for you to put together your own Labor Day celebration! Marinated steak is tops […]
Let’s Hear it for Springtime!
I am looking forward to Spring! I love the cool, crisp weather in the morning and evening, but I am looking forward to warmer days. And to be honest, I’m over all of this snow! Photo Credit: sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net So, come on Spring… Bring me your pollen, your blooming trees and flowers, your warm days and cool nights, your afternoon showers, and your pollen (yes, I meant to say pollen twice, because it tint our vehicles a lovely yellow and make us sneeze repeatedly). In looking forward to Spring, I’m looking forward to the yumminess of fresh salads and tasty beverages. […]
For the Love of Fall
I consider myself a warm-weather person, but there is something about the cool, crisp air of Fall the I absolutely love! I love the taste of hot apple cider and good hot chocolate. I love the smell of cinnamon and pumpkin. I love the feel of a soft scarf around my neck. I love the look of a cozy sweater over skinny jeans and a crazy-cool pair of booties! Here are a few of my favorite things about Fall! (*Note: All photos are borrowed from Pinterest, and the original source is cited when available.) Things to do this Fall… Photo […]