It’s here- Spring Break is here! In order to really have some rest’n’relaxation, I’m going to take the next week off from blogging and enjoy all that the break has to offer. Don’t fear – I will be back on Monday, April 25th with some fun new posts!
Last weekend we decided to getaway, and meet some friends in Oceanside, CA for an amazing, RELAXING pre-Spring Break adventure. Oceanside is just north of San Diego, and should be about a 2-ish hour drive for us (without traffic, of course!) Greg and I have not been there for at least 14 years – when … More Weekend Getaway – Oceanside
I was mindlessly scrolling through Instagram the other day and I was stopped in my tracks. On the New York Times Cooking page, I saw the most delectable looking dish – a shredded pork, juicy sauce, and white rice… so yummy! As I read further, I realized it was a slow-cooker recipe which made me … More Honey-Soy Braised Pork
Happy Friday – and more importantly, happy all-about-my-favorite market day! I figured I should dedicate an entire “fun finds” post to TJ’s… since a bulk of paycheck goes there each week! The Breaded Fried Ravioli are the most amazing go-to easy lunch or appetizer I have found! I used to make breaded fried ravioli and … More TGIF – fun finds
It was our monthly department meeting at work, and I was on the lookout for something “springy” to make. I usually do a lemon concoction, but last month I made lemon bars and didn’t want to do a repeat. So, I went to Pinterest to get some inspiration. After searching a few minutes I was … More Hummingbird Cupcakes
When we went to Panino in Los Olivos a few weeks ago, I branched out and tried a new sandwich – The Curry Chicken Salad. This turned out to be an amazing choice… it was fantastic! Back home, I dreamed of this goodness, so I began searching for a curry chicken salad recipe to try. … More Curry Chicken Salad
Happy April! Tis the month of Spring Break… and I am so excited! After a massive rain storm earlier this week, everything around here seems so fresh and new! I had such a fun cookie order this week – for a bridal shower! It was my first time working with gold edible paint and I … More TGIF – fun finds
I am always on the lookout for the perfect chocolate cake recipe. I have tried so many, but they are often too dry, or not chocolatey enough… it’s like Goldilocks over here! But, I think all my searching has finally paid off – I found my favorite chocolate cake recipe! Half Baked Harvest’s Simple Chocolate … More Chocolate Cake
It’s been a long year… and it was finally time to get away! What could be better than a getaway full of delicious food, lots of wine, and the best of friends?!?! Not much… The Besties and I (and the husbands, too!) booked a weekend to Santa Ynez Valley for Jill’s 50th birthday and the … More Getaway- Sant Ynez Valley
It is the LAST FRIDAY OF MARCH!!! The longest month of the school year is over… and it actually ended up flying by! Guys… April, May, and then June…. we are almost there! One of my very sweet little students brought me a gift last week, a box of homemade macaroons! I was floored by … More TGIF – fun finds
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