Loaded Nachos

Loaded Nachos

I was really feeling that 70°F weather yesterday! And now...back to rain. I can't wait for more consistently sunny weather. I have so many projects I want to do outside, particularly, finally finishing the back deck. However, that requires paint, so I need to wait for a stretch of at least a few dry days. [...]

4th of July Menu

4th of July Menu

Happy 4th of July weekend!! With a 3 day weekend this year, I'm sure a lot of you are celebrating with friends and family and indulging in food and fun filled BBQs so I thought I'd compile a few of my favorite past recipes that we continue to go back to again and again, especially [...]

Shrimp Ceviche

Shrimp Ceviche

Lately, I have been dreaming about getting away on vacation. Work is so crazy right now that its not going to happen anytime soon, but a girl can dream. Some of our favorite vacations were in Mexico and my absolute favorite thing to eat down there is fresh shrimp ceviche. After our last trip to [...]

Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Bacon-Wrapped Dates

I'm sitting here planning my calendar for the month of November...yes...November. #1 - I can't believe it is that close to Starbucks breaking out the red cups and holiday music playing in stores. #2 - I have some REALLY GREAT stuff planned for the month of November!!! I almost can't wait to share it with [...]

Fig & Camembert Crostini

Fig & Camembert Crostini

I spent most of the first day of summer cooking up a DELICIOUS 4 course meal yesterday and I have to say, I loved every single course! The appetizer was these little crostini with Camembert cheese and a fig spread. They were so flavorful but yet so quick and easy to prepare, a perfect appetizer for [...]