To all my whole food plant eaters out there and to those who have yet to discover the joy and benefits of eating plants, I give you a new idea. It was new to me anyhow. A few months ago I took my doctor’s advice and read *Chef AJ’s The Secrets to Ultimate Weight Loss: … Continue reading
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RTW in 50 Days – ITALY, Sora & Italy Farm Stay
USA | FIJI | NEW ZEALAND | AUSTRALIA | SINGAPORE | THAILAND | EGYPT | ITALY | TURKEY | USA Like a moth to the flame I’m drawn to the word organic. So, when I discovered Italy Farm Stay, a working organic farm that welcomes visitors in the Italian countryside, there was little question I’d … Continue reading
RTW in 50 Days – FIJI, Getting There & Away
USA | FIJI | NEW ZEALAND | AUSTRALIA | SINGAPORE | THAILAND | EGYPT | ITALY | TURKEY | USA Bula Vinaka! – A warm hello to you! From my perch in the shade of the poolside bar canopy I realize I made the right decision. Plow through to Fiji. An archipelago of 330 islands, … Continue reading
Pefect Pistou!
You’ve picked the last of summer’s sweet basil and whizzed it into that bright green, fragrant magical spread: pesto. You even froze some for later didn’t you? Time to let some of it thaw on the bench while you prepare the perfect cool weather accompaniment to that savory summer sauce. The ubiquitous Provencal wonder soup, … Continue reading
Super Snack! Crunchy Kale Chips
If I’ve made these once, I’ve made them 50 times! They are delicious (better than you’d think), good for your body and everyone loves them! My kids and their friends even like them. They have the satisfying crunch of a salty potato chip but all the health benefits of a leafy green. They have become an … Continue reading
Scroggin’ Biscuits [aka Crumbly Cookies]
These cookies have become a family favorite treat – and a guiltless one at that. These wonderful cookies inspired by my friend from Down Under are high in fiber (very filling), low in sugar (who doesn’t need less sugar?) and are great for using up leftover bits of seeds, nuts and dried fruits from your … Continue reading
A Kiwi’s Crustless Quiche
I owe this one to my good Kiwi friend Emma. Yes, Emma is from New Zealand, one of the most beautiful countries on Earth – hands down. If you have not been, get there. Emma and I share a love of cooking (actually she is an excellent baker!) and putting our own twist on things. … Continue reading
Everyday Entertaining Top Ten
I admit it. I used to be that girl – the one who wait for a “special occasion” to use the vintage glassware and set a beautiful table. When the birthdays or holiday parties came, I would go all out. Then, as I got more entrenched in the work of raising kids and homemaking, rather … Continue reading