At the height of summer, turning on the stove or oven to cook dinner can be a huge drag. Cold salads and pasta dishes can be a great way to keep it cool. If you're tired of standard pasta salads, try this quick and easy noodle salad with an Asian twist for dinner. Related: Corn ...read more
While everyone is celebrating July Fourth, I'm quietly enjoying a secondary holiday over here: National Caesar Salad Day. Caesar salad is my favorite somewhat guilty pleasure appetizer. On one hand, it's a salad so it's gotta be considered a health food, right? On the other ...read more
I like to wear my heart on my sleeve... and my emotions on my chest. That's why I'm a big fan of graphic tees. But they can also be playful, fun, frivolous... and about food. I'll happily wear a cute top featuring a picture of a pizza. (I mean, I do love me a good cheese pie!) ...read more
When Panera first started popping up in New York City, I was beyond thrilled. My favorite suburban lunch spot was now accessible to me in my beloved city. Whoo hoo! Now I can eat Panera pretty much whenever I want with the new line of take-home soups, pastas, breads, salad ...read more
When it comes to feeding my family I'm all about moderation. I have no issue with them enjoying a nice juicy burger every now and again, but it's important to me that they eat their fair share of meat-free dishes as well. So, meat free Monday has always been a favorite of mine. ...read more
I'm not a chef. I'm a mom who easily gets bored in the kitchen. I love salads and I love a challenge. This winter we were out skiing in Utah and had two fabulous dinners that involved grilled romaine lettuce. I loved the combination of the crisp lettuce and warmth which ...read more