Kale Chips

IMG_2738With Summer around the corner, I think it’s about time I perfect this easy, healthy, ‘pretend you’re eating popcorn’, snack. I don’t know why the taste of kale chips sometimes gives me undertones and notes of popcorn…But I am definitely not complaining. Kale chips are obviously packed with nutrients and this snack is very low cal – perfect for beach prep, am I right? You get a tasty treat and energy boost that will keep you tied over, especially with almonds on the side!

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Apple and Brie Baguette Sandwich 

IMG_1797One of my favorite sandwich combos, you ask? Soft, gooey brie combined with crisp, greens apples, peppered caramelized onions combined together on a fresh baguette. Delicious, all the way around. Continue reading

Homemade Acai Bowls

IMG_1193They’re healthy, they’re satisfying, they’re customizable, and they’re everywhere in California. Acai (a-sigh-E) bowls are trending big time and no one seems to be complaining. It’s for good reason as these filling bowls are quick and accessible, appeal to the health-conscious mind and as a bonus, make for some pretty good photo opportunities. Continue reading

Natural Easter Egg Dye

IMG_0649It’s probably been done for years but it seems that just this season, making natural Easter egg dye was popping up everywhere. Continue reading

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

IMG_0267I got my wish last weekend of enjoying some cold weather and staying cozy at home. The rain came on Sunday, which was even more perfect so I gathered up all my baking items necessary to bake this recipe I found via Cupcakes and Cashmere. Continue reading

Thanksgiving Recap

imageHi Guys! I hope everyone had an amazing, yummy, cozy Thanksgiving with family and friends. I hosted this year – my first one ever! If I must say, it was quite the success. From the decor, the table layout, to the drinks and delicious dishes, Thanksgiving was what you could ever ask for in a holiday. Continue reading

Get Green

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Please don’t judge that this is my first post of the New Year…(Insert shocked emoji face). I know, horrible of me. Time seems to be flying by already this year – can you believe it is mid-March!? Speaking of March – it is officially National Nutrition Month! I guess it makes sense, seeing that March is probably when the New Year resolutions of working out and clean eating start to diminish. Enter – National Nutrition Month – where people have another reason for  motivation to take their bodies and health into thoughtful consideration.  Continue reading

Cauliflower Soup

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The storms have infiltrated our city the past couple weeks, putting me in a hot tea, cozy blankets, craving soup kinda mood. I love soups during this time of year as they are healthy, filling and light before the wave of all the Holiday meals and treats make their way into our bellies. One of my favorite soups is one my mom made years ago, it has had us all in awe since. It was SO. GOOD. Putting a slight twist on this delicious cauliflower soup, here is one of our families favorite soups… Continue reading

Bourbon Spiced Cider

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We are having our second official ‘storm’ here on the Central Coast! So happy that some weather has actually been gracing us with its presence. It’s horribly needed. But onto the other glorious things that come with rainy, cold weather – Cozy Cocktails! I love the feeling of bundling up at night with a blanket, friends and a yummy cocktail during the winter nights. Here is a tasty Spiced Bourbon Cider for those so inclined…Enjoy. Continue reading

Summer Sangria

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The weather has been absolutely gorgeous here on the Central Coast. With already two weeks of 90 degree + weather, it feels like summer is right around the corner. Summer brings with it many things; long beach days, warm nights complete with bonfires, barbecues, cold beer and refreshing cocktails. After our warm days last week, all I was craving was fresh, homemade Sangria.  Continue reading