Have you ever gone into the grocery store and came out with everything but what you went into the store to buy? It happens more frequently than we’d like to admit. Avoid high grocery bills and unhealthy snacks and meals at home with a meal planning list. What is Meal Planning? Meal planning is the […]
Beyond the Margarita – Other Great Mexican Alcoholic Beverages
To be sure, the margarita has its place in the hearts and stomachs of the world. It’s a classically delicious adult beverage that can be prepared and enjoyed in a number of ways. However, the margarita is not the only Mexican alcoholic beverage. It’s my favorite, but sometimes I like to adventure and try new […]
Tips For Making Your Own Not So Scary Halloween Celebration
Halloween is a family favorite holiday. Kids love the it almost immediately because of the candy overload they get from trick or treating. But often younger kids can get scary, spooky and may be the cause of a lot of stress an anxiety. So if your kids are just a bit too young for the […]
The Easiest Way to Cut the Cord and Still Enjoy Your Favorite Shows
Our family were early adopters of “cord cutting”, basically getting rid of cable almost a decade ago. Part of it was cost of cable services, but it was more we wanted to control exactly what we were watching and how. It’s been such a normal part of our lives, that often friends ask if we’ve […]
Tips for Making Weekly Meal Planning Part of Your Routine
What’s for dinner tonight? Haven’t got a clue? Well, meal planning makes it easy to know what’s for dinner tonight and every night of the week. The Importance of Health According to Gallup, the obesity rate among American adults is increasing. So far, it is up one whole percent from 2012. People are always looking […]
What to make for a Traditional Day of the Dead Menu
Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday designed to honor loved ones who died. It’s a national holiday in Mexico. Businesses are closed, and friends and family gather to eat, celebrate, and perform a few traditions. These traditions include building altars and praying for deceased loved ones. Food is a large part of the […]
Dinner Ideas for Two – Meals For Date Night Or Every Other Night
Just because there are only two of you in the house doesn’t mean that the only option for dinner is eating out. Enjoy a delicious meal without the extra bill and the tip. Here are some dinner ideas for a family of two. It’s Down to Me and You Maybe you are empty-nesters whose kids […]
Reasons You Should Start Meal Planning
Dinner is always the “wild card” meal of the day. Breakfast can be made in a jiffy, but what will the family eat when they are all together in the evening? If you are tired of fast food and spending hundreds of dollars at restaurants, learn the benefits of planning your dinners. What is it […]
Why Should You Prep Before You Start Cooking?
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could simply come home and throw a few things together for a stellar dinner meal? It’s possible for you and your family when you begin to implement the art of meal prepping. Plan your meals. Meal planning is the precursor to meal prepping. Once you plan what you will […]
The Essential Dinner Pantry-What to Have on Hand So Dinner is Easy Every Night
Is your pantry well stocked? You’ll know if it is when you can reach in there and create a meal from what you find. Start with meal planning, move to meal prep and create the essential dinner pantry. A well stocked pantry is the key to healthy eating success. Do you have goals for your […]