Lifestyle and romance expert, Moll Anderson, chats with me about her newest book, Seductive Tables For Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance. The minute I saw this beautifully … [Read more...]
Puppy Bowl Party-Gumbo and More #rethinkwhatyoudrink
Big game Sunday means Puppy Bowl for me!!! TEE HEE!! It is Big Game Sunday in NOLA! Loads of excitement and loads of delicious food. However, in this house we watch The Puppy Bowl. In honor of the … [Read more...]
YUMMMM Rustic Crust and American Flatbread #BigGameParty
Next weekend is the Big Game for many Americans. Since the game is in New Orleans, there will be parties and festivities galore. My theme this year is Mardi Gras and I will be sharing ideas, recipes … [Read more...]
How To Surprise Her with Valentine’s Dinner: A Guide for Guys
by Perry P. Perkins Executive Chef & Menu Designer at Haute Mealz He Had Me at Beignets! Editor's Note: I met Perry last August in Portland at the IFBC (International Food Bloggers Conference). … [Read more...]
New Year, New Me Healthy Recipe w/Classico Tomatoes #CookClassico
New Year, New He/Me/Us Plan HIMself and I have declared 2013 as a year to become more able-bodied, active, bright-eyed, bushy-tailed, full of life, hale, hardy, healthful, physically fit, restored, … [Read more...]
Cheesy Biscuits from the December 2011 Issue of Better Homes and Gardens Magazine
Last year I was challenged to recreate a holiday recipe from the issue of Better Homes and Gardens Magazine pictured below. The issue was loaded with wonderful holiday crafting, DIY and recipe ideas. … [Read more...]
Wet Ones Sticky Situations Facebook Contest
As a mother of four, we have had some really sticky situations through the years. Mom Central and Wet Ones® has launched a Sticky Situations Facebook Contest asking Moms to share their sticky … [Read more...]
Starting a New HolidayTradition ~ St. Nicholas Tea #AmericasTea
Cozy & Warm Holiday Entertaining One of my favorite things to do is welcome friends and neighbors into my home over the holidays. This holiday season I transformed my great room into a sparkling … [Read more...]
The Holidays with California Wine Club
California Wine Club I received my new wine shipment from the California Wine Club recently. Last year I won a three month membership and enjoyed every bottle. This year the wines are just as good, … [Read more...]
Ninja Cooking System Test Run ~ YUMMMMMM
You know that I attended the International Food Bloggers Conference in August. IFBC was an amazing time to connect with other foodies, eat gourmet meals and connect with food vendors. Ninja sponsored … [Read more...]
Balance Your Life and Lose Weight w/Jennifer Tuma-Young Video #BalanceBook
My friend and fitness expert Jennifer Tuma-Young shares secrets to keeping balance in life on The 700 Club yesterday!!! Watch and learn her awesome techniques for yummy, good-for-you food!!! Jenn is … [Read more...]
Choco-Pumpkin Caramel Parfaits & Cupcakes with the Delicious New Cool Whip Frosting
Celebrating Beautiful Fall Pumpkins Well, I am in a fall kind of mood. We took a road trip to North Carolina last weekend to the Southern Bloggers Conference. So many crafty DIY bloggers gathered in … [Read more...]
Unforgettable Halloween Invitation Keepsake – Consumer Crafts Art Supplies
You know when I have a party; I tend to go a tiny bit crazy bonkers overboard. My greatest desire when I entertain is that the occasion be unforgettable. And to set the stage for my ‘girlfriends only’ … [Read more...]
I Love My Meatball Baker, Pinterest Contests and Giveaways #DavisonBalancingAct
New Kitchen Play Thing I have had so much fun with my new toy–the Davison Meatball Baker. A few months ago The Balancing Act, a Lifetime television show that I blogfor, asked if I wanted to try the … [Read more...]
Quick Brunch Strata w/ Garlic Wine Sauce for Family Game Night Fun #DipDipHooray
Heinz+Ore-Ida+Tyson+Hasbro = #Dip Dip Hooray Oh my goodness...this is one of the most fun times I have had in weeks. I was challenged to come up with some Heinz®, Tyson®, and Ore-Ida® creative meal … [Read more...]
Fantasy Football Draft Party by the Pool with #SnickersMinis
HIMself loves some Fantasy Football. He's not very good at it, but he does enjoy the competition. So we decided to host a Fantasy Football pre-draft party Florida style...by the pool with laptops. … [Read more...]
Transform Your Life Into Art ~ The Heart & Soul of Cre8tive Compass Magazine
There are a lot of changes coming in my future...stay tuned as I alter, adapt, adjust, amend, change, commute, convert, cook, cook, correct mid-course, denature, develop, dial back, diversify, doctor, … [Read more...]
Bliss Comes from the Simplest of Moments…If You Pay Attention
I had a moment of bliss this morning...I decided to take my tea in the garden. As I enjoyed the warmth of the Plantation Mint (Bigelow) tea and a few of my fave pistachio macarons (Fr), I became … [Read more...]
Celebrate the 4th Amelia Island Style ~ Feast & Fête
I was up early and did my 2 mile walk with Sir Chancelot along the marsh. It was really warm at 6:30 AM...so today will be a scorcher probably. When I made it home, I started preparing my Amelia … [Read more...]
Check Out My Red, White, and Blue Velvet Summer Trifle on Mom It Forward
I am thrilled that I have a sweet treat recipe featured today on Mom It Forward. You know how I love to bake and cook and create...So pop on over to MIF and you can see my secrets and hints plus you … [Read more...]