> So I saw this recipe in People Magazine (yes that’s right) and adapted it for dinner tonight. I’ve been running a lot and have been craving pasta so I thought this would hit the spot. It turned out pretty tasty. Simple Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Basil 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil20 ripe plum […]
Read More> A sampling of the Easter treats I made for the weekend. While these take a little longer to firm up before dipping than the ever-popular oreo truffles, these cake eggs turned out to be pretty tasty. Adapted from a bakerella recipe, I created a funfetti version. Looking forward to making them again in a […]
Read More> Photos to come soon of the Easter egg cake balls, but here’s part one complete. Have a Happy Easter!
Read More> I found these cute Easter Oreos by stumbling across a fun baking blog called Picky Palate. I was looking for another way to use up some of my candy melts and I think these will pair well with the easter egg cupcake balls I plan on making for part two…stay tuned.
Read More> If you ever visit a restaurant in Chicago, you will quickly see that most menus include the oh so tasty sweet potato fry. Being a big fan myself, I thought I would try a new recipe for dinner tonight and found this one from Our Best Bites blog. Try it out the next time you […]
Read More> I use to think I was a daisy or lily type of girl but after seeing how beautiful peonies can be I might just have a new favorite. Here’s a little ode to the flower.
Read More> Last week I mentioned that my sister was looking for cookie ideas for a baby shower she was hosting for a friend. The cookies, from a local bakery called Specialty Cakes, turned out so cute I just had to share. Now if only I could taste them…
Read More> With rain in the immediate forecast for Chicago, I pulled out my big polka dot rain boots today. Kind of makes me wish I had a whole bank of these Hunter Wellies to choose from for the upcoming spring showers… Yes I said spring!
Read More> Real Simple is famous for coming up with great new uses for everyday things. Coasters as gift tags and colandar ice buckets are just a few that I love.
Read More> After a lot of time spent talking about buying a new computer, my friends and family will probably be relieved to hear I finally pulled the trigger and got a new MacBook Pro yesterday. I’m teeming with excitement for the design capabilities, graphic superiority and overall geekiness that comes with this new purchase!
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