This post is dedicated to my sis-in-law, Mandy. A few years back, when I was dating (my now husband) Patrick, we had his whole family over for dinner. My mom and I…
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I remember when my mom first made this sweet potato dish for my family. It was a few years ago, right around Thanksgiving time. I’ll admit at that point, I wasn’t a…
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Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is one of my very favorite holidays, because it’s focused on two of the best things in life: family and food. What could be better? Families gather in celebration and gratitude,…
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All right, so here’s another shout out to the food of Italy! This one comes right from the Italian mama’s kitchen, and it’s full of that delicious, cozy comfort-food taste that makes you…
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I didn’t always love seafood (gasp). Growing up, my mom would try to get me to eat salmon, fish n’ chips, shrimp dipped in “that red sauce…” I remember being horrified at…
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I love my kitchen garden. There’s really nothing better than stepping three feet out my door to find fresh veggies, herbs and fruit! But let’s be honest…some plants have been epic failures.…
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Ok people. It doesn’t get simpler (or more delicious) than this one. Just picture those roasted vegetables smothered in creamy goat cheese, melting in your mouth. Y-U-M. There’s something like, really comforting,…







