I love all of the fun summer ushers in! Weddings, 4th of July, pool parties and lots of impromptu, casual entertaining. I love that my family and friends are always willing to oblige me! While I may not always make the entrée, I truly love throwing together a quick cocktail, a simple snack and a salad to serve alongside barbecue brisket or chicken from one of my favorite local … [Read more...]
Movie Night Snacks
Snacks are definitely synonymous with movies! Can you even imagine watching a movie without popcorn and candy? I don’t think so. Growing up I loved M & M’s slightly melted in warm buttery popcorn with a soda, I never really had to have anything else. For a creative outdoor entertainment, how about an outdoor movie night? I teamed up with Callie Harris to create the … [Read more...]
Fresh Egg Frittata
I tend to get excited the first time I venture out to the farmer’s market in the spring. All of the bright-colored veggies and beautiful herbs are just begging to come home with me, and I love nothing more than scooping them up and day dreaming about the glorious recipes ahead. Then, real life sets in. I work late, and I need something that doesn’t require a ton of time or pots … [Read more...]
How Sweet It Is
Could anything possibly say “I love you” more than a sweet, little bag of homemade sugar cookies adorned with sprinkles, frosting and XOXOs? It was always so much fun as a child getting school valentines and treats ready to pass out on February 14. I have to admit I love conversations hearts and all the cheesy rhymes found on Valentines! At our house, we love sugar cookies … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls
Around my house, it wouldn’t be Christmas without cinnamon rolls – lots of cinnamon rolls! Every year, my final task to prepare for the big day is making multiple batches of these yummy rolls, packaging them with festive, holiday ribbons, and delivering them to our closest friends and neighbors. Many of my neighbors even request special deliveries! This recipe is super … [Read more...]