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Yum! This Kale and Ricotta Cheese Frittata is on our favorites list. To celebrate we had some friends over last weekend for a playdate/brunch. I always associate eggs with brunch, but I wanted to mix up the omelet or scramble concept and make a frittata. Related: Five quick tips ...read more

We've been making the rounds these days checking out colleges for my daughter. We've spent a lot of time in the car and it's taking its toll! Long car rides are NOT my friend these days. Taking care of my back is a priority. I think you and I need to treat ourselves. This new ...read more

Looking for a way to make the most of the summer berries that are in season right now? Try this delicious French Toast recipe and load it up with your favorite berries.  Related: Nutella French toast recipe Why I Like French Toast I love to whip up French Toast when I have good ...read more

A good high chair needs to offer a perfect blend of function and fashion. Here's why: With the exception of perhaps your stroller, the highchair is one of the most visible pieces of baby gear you'll buy. From roughly 5 months up to 2.5+ years, your child will use the high chair ...read more

With summer fruits in abundance, we wanted to get the kiddos involved in creating a fun and colorful fruit salsa this summer. While I love having the kids help out in the kitchen, the idea of my little ones using knives scares me a little. I've got tools to make it easier to ...read more

Cooking with kids is a great bonding experience as well as a fun way to teach them about measurements, new flavors and how a meal actually comes together. It also helps kids learn how to get organized, learn math, and think logically and in steps as you create new recipes ...read more

I love these long nights of summer. We've been enjoying our deck and life in Litchfield County, CT. There's been a streak of gorgeous weather and we've been eating all our meals outside. This summer we added Solo Stove to our outdoor setup and I want to share why I love my Solo ...read more

Have a bookworm in the family? Or a struggling reader you want to encourage? Creating a cozy reading nook somewhere in your house is a great way to provide a dedicated space designed for digging into a good book. Here are the three elements of a good reading space and a few ...read more

Always brunch! And what better cocktail to have with brunch than a mimosa? With the holidays quickly approaching, gatherings will be happening more frequently as we focus more on quality time with family and friends. If you have little ones like I do, evenings can be hard to pull ...read more

School's out for summer and that means I'm constantly feeding people. With two teenagers plus two adults, my meal planning is pretty intense. I admit to getting some burnout. I found a solution that not only makes my life simpler, it also has give me kitchen inspiration. This ...read more

I'm advising everyone to make this 4th of July a low-key holiday. Plan a picnic of social distance BBQ with a small group of friends or stay at home and watch the Macy's fireworks on TV. Just because there are no big parties, doesn't mean you can't create something beautiful. ...read more

We are working hard at our New Year's goal of meal planning in advance. I asked for suggestions from the husband and the children where I was happy to discover some workable ideas. The children wanted a favorite pork chop recipe, spaghetti, and roasted chicken. The husband agreed ...read more

We are always looking for new recipes to enjoy with the kids. During a recent interview with Goya Executive Chef, Fernando Desa we learned some tips on how to cook some new healthy and inexpensive recipes incorporating Goya as well as an insight into food trends. One of our ...read more

What could be more glamorous and magical than a chandelier lighting up a bedroom? We've found 10 Chandeliers for girls that we love. A light fixture can make a HUGE difference in the look of your little princess's room--from nursery to tweens, it's an essential design element. ...read more

Summer is HERE! Cheers to that! We are embracing the relaxed atmosphere that Summer brings. Mamas, let down your hair and enjoy the little things in life, like cocktail umbrellas and margarita salt. To help get you in the mood for summer relaxation we've done some research and ...read more

Why shell out $20 or more for a bottle of vinegar? It's all about taste. I learned to look for bottles that say "Aceto Balsamico tradizionale di Modena or Aceto Balsamico tradizionale Reggio Emilia"--reading labels assures you get the best quality. These bottles contain grape ...read more

Do you have a cuddly, four-legged companion? It is time to celebrate Woman's best friend. This week is National Dog Week, and we've been celebrating with our beloved furry friends. We've got some tips on how to be a better dog owner. Related: Finding the perfect dog crate A few ...read more

My new Vizsla puppy has been with us for nearly two weeks and we're totally in love. We are knee-deep into potty training and we are using a crate to help everyone in the family. A dog crate is an essential training tool. They need to be sturdy and safe. I know finding the ...read more

These unique PB & J sushi rolls are a kid-friendly lunch or snack that your kids can make themselves for a snack as well as something fun they can do with their friends. It will also be something great to try for those picky eaters. We'll walk you through how to make peanut ...read more

Despite the fact that winter still rages on in many parts of the country, now is the time to start thinking about and making garden plans for the impending Spring season. With the growing popularity of container gardening you no longer need a large expanse of land to have a ...read more

Flowers are such a balm. Having a bloom in my home can instantly bring my stress level down a few notches. I love getting weekly bouquets from my farm stand and I love having flowering plants in my home too. The trouble is, I'm not great with plant care. I've been wondering how ...read more

Ahh, Christmas morning! There is nothing better than waking up to see that Santa has arrived, everyone is looking festive in their Christmas jammies, and the house smells delicious! Time to open presents, enjoy being with family, and watch the magic of Christmas unfold. We love ...read more

Join the movement and recycle items in your bathroom. Did you know that the average American bathroom has 8 products in plastic bottles at any given time, yet less than half of Americans report regularly bringing them to the recycling bin? I don’t know about you, but from my ...read more

Our pets...fluffy little friends...our "fur-babies"...It's clear that we love our pets. I mean, who could resist this face? Last year we spent over $60 billion dollars on them which is more than we spent on ourselves at the salon. It's pretty clear that we care about our pets ...read more

There is a lot of work that goes into throwing a holiday party or hosting family. When you are visiting your friends and family, it is customary to bring something as a gesture of thanks. While wine is always nice, we rounded up some other unique items to show the person that is ...read more

Grandparents are incredibly special. The spoil our kids wholeheartedly, and love them unconditionally. They change diapers, buy presents, make meals, read bedtime stories, kiss boo-boos, and basically act as a second set of parents. And these amazing people deserve some love ...read more

We have been busily curating our annual holiday gift guides filled with all the on-trend gifts of the season. With Christmas on the way we want you to get a good jump on your holiday shopping. Cross off those gift lists with our easy to shop, clickable guides. Now it's time for ...read more

With 30 million green bean casseroles set to appear on Thanksgiving, I thought we could check in on the results of a fun holiday survey: "New York is ranked #20 in the U.S. for love of green bean casserole, according to the Del Monte GreenBean Index." Where does your state rank? ...read more

Slow down! That's what Thanksgiving shouts to me loud and clear. My favorite holiday is about opening my home and my heart to family and joy. Like everyone else, we've got calendars packed with activities, jobs, volunteer commitments and schoolwork. It's easy to lose sight of ...read more

Every day there is either a battle when I want to introduce a new food to my older daughter, excitement over eating her favorite food (pasta) or boredom (by me) from making essentially the same thing from week-to-week. Recipe books, blogs and making recipes up as I go has helped ...read more

produce is at its absolute PEAK right now. It's the time to prepare fresh veggies and fruit with ease and simplicity. When it comes to cooking, the farmer's market is my muse. As I prepare some of my summer harvest favorites, I'm sharing a little secret, what you put ON the ...read more

Your family is about to bring a new person into the world, and you want to share a bright, open and welcoming world with your little one. Leave the stereotypes and generalizations behind and let your child enjoy a warm, loving nursery decorated thoughtfully by you and your ...read more

The farmhouse chic trend is taking over nursery design and we couldn't be more thrilled. I'm over the overtly showy rooms filled with glitz and glam. This return to sweetness and simplicity feels just right. One of our favorite homewares shop, West Elm, has created the ultimate ...read more

When we were searching for a SUV for our family, we spent hours at dealerships, talking and testing and negotiating. It was a painful process to say the least, but we wanted to make sure we had the right vehicle for our family’s needs. This year, I let a community of women who ...read more