Did you catch our Facebook Live today? We had our own mini Salad Celebration (a Saladbration if you will!) at the office. We couldn't let National Salad Month pass us by without sharing a sneak peek at our lunch menu, now could we? Related: Easy sheet pan chicken recipe for ...read more
Our family loves breakfast, and we especially love weekend breakfasts when we can take time to prepare something special. This easy recipe for crêpes is perfect to kick off a birthday or to celebrate joy of gathering everyone around the table. Related: The best overnight French ...read more
There is no part of the day I love more than the early hours of the evening...particularly in the summertime. There is something so magical about the sun setting and dusk’s arrival. It can make an ordinary night downright enchanting. And that is why I’m particularly fond of ...read more
Like the rest of America, we've been cooking 90% of our meals at home (supplementing with a bit of local take out here and there when we can. I'm constantly on Pinterest to find inspiration for our menus. Lately, I've been sweetening things up with Bee K’onscious and I'm sharing ...read more
Do you love all things British? You are not alone. From Paddington, to Mary Poppins to Harry Potter, here at Momtrends, anglophilia is alive and well. This summer, we invite you to throw your very own English tea party complete with signature cucumber sandwiches! Related: How to ...read more
Do you love the crunchy, salty goodness of a pretzel? You are not alone my friend. We can't get enough of them here. I’ve been working hard on my kitchen skills these days. But with homeschooling and trying to keep the directed on positive pursuits, I often need quick solutions ...read more
These Swedish delights are somewhat infamous and definitely hearty. In the time of COVID, the Swedish retailers have released the iconic Ikea Swedish Meatball Recipe for all of us to attempt at home. Related: Cook at home online recipe resources for families These little balls ...read more
One of our favorite spring desserts is carrot cake. While cake is fun, cupcakes have really become quite popular recently to be served at parties and family get-togethers. The bottom line? They aren't just for the kids anymore! Related: Best Easter Desserts The Most Delicious ...read more
Looking to try a new vegetable this summer? I just learned how to cook tatsoi. This summer we spotted tatsoi at our local market. My girls were interested in it and I want to encourage them to try new things. I took their lead. Always up for a food challenge--by that I mean ...read more
I've been brewing my own tea and taking it in on the road in a reusable rubbermaid chug container. I've been favoring green tea as a tea of choice and drinking it chilled icy cold. But then I started hunting down some fresh ways to home brew. Here's are my picks for the most ...read more
It's not surprise that winter is my favorite season. I've been publishing a ski guide for the past seven years and I'm always planning my next winter ski trip. Winter workouts are awesome and they also require good fuel. I've tapped some of my ski mom friends to round up this ...read more
I'm going to admit something quasi shameful: tonight, in an act of total desperation, I ate a heeping scoop of raw chocolate-chip cookie dough. (And not the kind that's meant for eating out of the jar.) I know, I'm a monster. It's just that I desperately needed something sweet ...read more
Nothing says the season of joy is here like spending time in the kitchen with family. Last week I took on a Classic Christmas Sugar Cookie playdate. While the girls amused themselves with coloring, I whipped up my grandmother's sugar cookie recipe. It's the perfect way to ...read more
Making ice cream is a great way to celebrate the last days of summer. If you struggle with dairy, this dairy-free healthy matcha ice cream recipe is perfect for you. Not only is this frozen treat dairy-free, it's also low in sugar and saturated fat. Being observant of your health ...read more
I don't have any Irish blood in me, but my kids do. They're mutts, but as far as I'm concerned on St. Patrick's Day, they'll rock Kiss Me, I'm Irish green tees and eat all the gold coins and dyed pancakes and Shamrock Shakes. As for me? You can find me, gorging on my mom's famous ...read more
Weeknight dinners are a blur around here. Between work schedules, school commitments, and extra-curricular activities, it's a wonder I get anything on the table, let alone a hearty, healthy, and delicious dish. But I'm a savvy mama with a few fancy tricks up my sleeve to help ...read more
Who's hosting a Friendsgiving fete this year? I love the idea of gathering my girls for a night of food, fun, and drinks. I'm grateful to have a bunch of besties and I'd love to show my love through delicious delights and savory surprises. When hosting a holiday, I generally ...read more
Happy Fry-Day! Okay, it's only Wednesday, but this Friday, July 13, we will be celebrating the beloved Pommes Frites, better known as French Fries. It is National French Fry Day and we are bringing you three mouth watering French Fry recipes you must try. Did you know that French ...read more
Happy Cinco de Mayo 2018! To celebrate I whipped up a delicious twist on the traditional margarita cocktail. Today's version features juicy strawberries and fragrant basil. One of my favorite flavor combos for a sweet and refreshing drink (alcoholic or not). How do you celebrate ...read more
I love a good salty savory snack. Pretzels are my favorite way to crunch away hunger pangs. I do love my Pretzel Crisps, but I also love baking my own. We've written about pretzels a lot over the years and are rounding up our best pretzel recipes. Related: Celebrate Oktoberfest ...read more
Things feeling a little hum-drum in the kitchen? Looking for a way to spice things up a bit? Well, we've traded in our spice rack for a jar of honey and we are smitten with the sweet. Honey is not just for our tea anymore (although it is still a welcome staple in our PM cuppa). ...read more
I'm not Irish... except on St. Patrick's Day. I love me a holiday that emphasizes food and beer--and St. Paddy's Day definitely goes heavy on the stouts and stews. So I'm happy to oblige. My mom makes a mean corned beef and cabbage, and it's probably my favorite meal of the ...read more
Gobble gobble! The kiddos wake up on Thanksgiving morning with energy and excitement for the day ahead. Before you watch the parade or head out on a family 5K, whip up a crafty-cute breakfast your kids will absolutely adore. These sweet cinnamon roll turkeys taste good and look ...read more
We're already a few days into November, and I can barely believe that Thanksgiving is just two-and-a-half weeks away. Time is flying, and the festive fall entertaining season is upon us. With lots of plans and parties on the calendar, we're excited to celebrate with friends and ...read more
