Hooray, it’s Friday! The weather may be a bit chilly for my liking but this Dragonfruit Margarita is tropical enough to warm things right up. I’m sharing my recipe for this refreshing and slightly floral cocktail today onStyle Me Pretty Living as well … [Continue reading]
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and in celebration of the upcoming festivities, Ashley has mixed up a gorgeous grapefruit margarita recipe that just might be the best thing you’ve ever tasted! While margaritas are an obvious cocktail for … [Continue reading]
When I look back in time I see the bread crumbs leading me to put cyber pen to paper about my love for food and drink. Looking through travel photo albums, I’ll find a random cocktail photo or a plate of food I snapped ; something that just caught my … [Continue reading]
You know that scene in the movie Practical Magic where Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman dance around the kitchen drinking margaritas with their aunts? “She put de lime in de coconut, she drank dem bot up”. It’s impossible to make this drink and not … [Continue reading]
Call me suckered, hoodwinked, or duped. I believe in magic potions. A man hawking small bottles of potion, proclaiming outlandish results. Out of curiosity, I skeptically try the potion. A few shakes in a cocktail drink. A cocktail I am very … [Continue reading]
It’s been a painful few weeks, but I’ve finally come to accept that my 49ers aren’t in the Superbowl (it sure took me long enough). Now that I’m not listening to sports radio or football podcasts, I found time to make this ridiculously delicious pitch … [Continue reading]
Happy Friday! I have the easiest, summeriest cocktail to share with you. This weekend, it’s going to be 102 degrees(!) here in Austin. So needless to say, cold, refreshing drinks will be in order. I figure everyone loves sangria, so I thought – what w … [Continue reading]
I am a huge fan of dinners that are quick, easy, and don’t involve a last-minute trip to the grocery store. This spicy (vegan!) jambalaya definitely falls into that category. I grew up on jambalaya that was loaded with shrimp, chicken, and a … [Continue reading]
Did anyone try my honey-lime tacos last week? If you didn’t here’s another chance to get all those amazing flavors but in stuffed sweet potato + quinoa form. It really doesn’t get much healthier or tastier than this. These stuffed sweet potatoes are a … [Continue reading]
Recipes Total Time:25 mins Prep Time:10 mins Cook Time:15 mins Ingredients: Serves: 18 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, at room temp 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 teaspoons baking powder … [Continue reading]
Recipe Total Time:4 mins Prep Time:1 mins Cook Time:3 mins Note: Serve on buttered toast for a "regular" Sunday breakfast or make Eggs Benedict or Eggs Florentine for a "special" occasion! The eggs should be cold & as fresh as … [Continue reading]
So you want to be healthy but food is so expensive, what do you do? Look for the best, healthiest, cheap foods! Eating doesn’t have to be expensive if you just follow a few tips at the supermarket. If you are looking to stay on track of your health & … [Continue reading]
I remember the first time my dad made me a bowl of berries and cream. He cut up some strawberries, sprinkled a bit of sugar over the top, and poured cream into the bowl. That’s it. I remember feeling skeptical, not believing that this would actually b … [Continue reading]
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Why it’s good for you: Olive oil is a staple in the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. It’s high in monounsaturated fats that can help lower cholesterol. Health experts recommend cutting the amount of saturated fat … [Continue reading]
Red Wine Why it’s good for you: If you can drink responsibly and moderately — up to two glasses a day for men, one for women — red wine is another good-for-you treat. A compound in red wine called resveratrol has been linked to longevi … [Continue reading]
Dark Chocolate Why it’s good for you: If you want to treat yourself, dark chocolate is the way to go. It’s better than milk chocolate because of its high concentration of cocoa, which is packed with disease-fighting antioxidant plant ch … [Continue reading]
Fat-Free Greek Yogurt Why it’s good for you: Greek yogurt counts toward your daily dairy intake, and it packs plenty of protein to keep you full for longer. How to eat it: Add walnuts and banana for a supernutritious breakfast Serving siz … [Continue reading]
Fat-Free Milk Why it’s good for you: Dairy products are a primary source of calcium for Americans, and they also contain vitamin D, both of which contribute to bone health. Eating low-fat or nonfat dairy has been associated with a re … [Continue reading]
Tuna Why it’s good for you: Tuna is high in protein, vitamin B, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids. Pregnant women and small children should limit their intake of it, however, because tuna is also high in the neurotoxin methylmercury. For everyone … [Continue reading]
Why they’re good for you: Like other tree nuts, almonds are a rich source of protein. They’re also high in calcium and monounsaturated fat (the heart-healthy kind found in olive oil). A daily handful could help lower your bad LDL chol … [Continue reading]
Chia Seeds Why they’re good for you: Like flaxseeds, chia seeds are a good source of the plant omega-3 fatty acid ALA and protect against inflammation, arthritis and heart disease. Unlike flax, chia seeds don’t need to be ground or refr … [Continue reading]
Flaxseeds Why they’re good for you: Seeds are good sources of plant protein; flaxseeds are also high in the plant-based omega-3 fatty acid called ALA and are very heart-healthy. Just be sure to grind them up before eating. How to ea … [Continue reading]
Lean Meat Why it’s good for you: Meat is high in protein, B vitamins, vitamin E, iron, zinc and magnesium. But it’s important to differentiate between lean meats and those high in saturated fat and cholesterol. Boneless, skinless chic … [Continue reading]
Bulgur Why it’s good for you: Bulgur is one of several lesser-known whole grains that pack a wealth of fiber and B vitamins. The low-glycemic-index food, which is good for your insulin levels and blood glucose, is a Middle Eastern fa … [Continue reading]
Steel-Cut Oatmeal Why it’s good for you: Oatmeal is high in the fiber beta-glucan, which lowers levels of bad LDL cholesterol. Nutritionists recommend steel-cut oats because they’re minimally processed, without additives. “Oatmeal is th … [Continue reading]
Quinoa Why it’s good for you: Not only is quinoa considered a whole grain; it’s also a complete protein, containing all the amino acids necessary for building muscle and upping metabolism. How to eat it: Try quinoa anytime you’d ordi … [Continue reading]
Whole-Wheat Bread Why it’s good for you: The government’s dietary guidelines recommend that at least half the grains you eat bewhole. This means intact grains that contain the entire grain kernel: the bran, germ and endosperm. Refined g … [Continue reading]
Tomatoes Why they’re good for you: This familiar fruit has a long list of nutrients, including vitamins A, C and K. Its deep red color comes courtesy of the antioxidant lycopene, which helps lower inflammation and cholesterol and is li … [Continue reading]
Brussels Sprouts Why they’re good for you: As a cruciferous veggie, this pungent vegetable contains sulfur compounds called glucosinolates that not only give them their aroma but also help lower the risks of prostate, lung, stomach and … [Continue reading]
Eggplant Why it’s good for you: “It may be an unglamorous food, but eggplant is packed with fiber and contains the whole gamut of B vitamins, which give you all the energy you need,” says registered dietitian Gloria Tsang, founding edit … [Continue reading]