When we bought a house in Sacramento in 2002, I did everything I could to make the house a home. But it fell short of the concept because at the time my hubs and I commuted to the city to work, which meant we were hardly ever in the house. It was then I realized that we needed to sell the house and move into a ‘home.’
In honor of France winning the world cup twenty years after their first win in 1998 and my complete excitement over the fact – I am dedicating this post to one of my top three favorite destinations in the world. {featured image and article source}
The list compiled on Conde Naste Traveler site shares 50 beautiful destinations in Europe, of which I am only listing a handful of my favorite nature-themed destinations for your viewing pleasure. For the rest, go here:
Over the years a few of my friends have thrown together a quick wedding – less than a month or so of planning. Not a shot-gun wedding. But a no-fuss, outdoor celebration of two people in-love and a simple lunch or dinner for a party of 20 or so afterwards. So if that’s the route you consider taking this fall, or just need to attend an semi-formal wedding sometime soon…then go here:
I found this recipe, and decided since I am aiming to Keto my way through life – to change one ingredient to fit my dietary needs. Instead of breadcrumbs I am going to add Italian spicy sausage from Trader Joe to personalize the already perfect recipe. Simple as that. Ingredients 1 eggplant or 4 thin and long ones 3 tablespoons of breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons of grated Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Romano 1 tablespoon of finely chopped parsley 1 tablespoon of finely chopped capers either brined or in salt 1 clove of garlic 4 tablespoons of water 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling A few turns of black pepper Salt {more from the original recipe}
A few practical and fun pieces I found here – which I could not resist in click and buying them. Hmmm, I see a trend in my color selection:
I had the best of ice cream the other day in Sonoma, California and wished I could simply create my own versions of this treat at home. And guess what happened? I stumbled upon this quick and easy recipe. Ingredients 300 g of fresh cream 200 g of coconut milk 50 g of dehydrated coconut 100 g of sugar 60 g of shelled walnuts Instructions Bring cream to a simmer and remove from the heat. Pour cream over sugar and dehydrated coconut, then let it soak until completely cold. Stir once in a while to melt the sugar. When the cream is cold add the coconut milk and stir to mix. Blend the walnuts until finely chopped, then add them into the cream. Pour the cream an coconut milk into the ice-cream machine and follow the instructor’s directions. When the gelato is ready scoop it into a container and keep it in the freezer for one hour before enjoying it. Serve with chopped walnuts. {more} {I get that some folks are allergic to walnut – …
This morning, there is a need for some glamour in my life. You know those days when words are not so important…
Although Napa is only an hour away from San Francisco, I cannot help but plan a weekend or weekday getaway to this newly renovated spot – Carneros Resort and Spa – in the heart of Napa Valley with my best companion at my side – fourteen year old Yorkie. {photo credit}
After a week of eating just about anything in site, it’s time to settle into my kitchen and make a home cooked meal like this easy variation for the same old salmon – my favorite. INGREDIENTS 1 (2 pound) wild caught, skin on salmon zest of 1 lemon 1 inch fresh ginger, grated 1 clove garlic, grated black pepper 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon chili paste NECTARINE, CORN, AND AVOCADO SALSA 1 nectarine, chopped 1 ear grilled corn, kernels removed 1 avocado, diced 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped juice of 1/2 a lemon juice of 1/2 a lime 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped {more}
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