Recently I went home to Panama for a visit, and met up with an old classmate for lunch. She suggested Mexican, and I quickly agreed. Well, one satisfying steak burrito bowl, and two margaritas each later, and I was totally inspired. Who wouldn't be? Unfortunately my friend had to return to work in a food...
Recipes List
Easy Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Kabobs
As summer screams by, like a train out control, all we can do is sit and helplessly watch it happen. We know we would love to hang on to it for as long as possible. If only time could stand still. But this doesn't mean we cannot still enjoy one of summer's most delightful pleasures:...
Sparkling Mango Prosecco Cocktail
Ah summer, please don't go, you are my favorite season. Summer is time for leisurely gatherings on the deck or patio. It's time to share with friends and kick back. For me, part of the summer experience is coming up with new and fun cocktails to share with friends and family. Today my sparkling mango Prosecco cocktail...
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Jicama Slaw
Buenos dias muchachos! Here's an easy recipe for Taco Tuesday. Spicy shrimp tacos with jicama slaw. I love tacos because they are so versatile. You can make a taco from just about ANYTHING. Since I love seafood tacos, these are right up my food alley. I will also be having other taco recipes coming down...
Smokehouse Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
How would you like a new recipe for pulled pork tacos? I just came up with this delicious gem to add to our family's easy to make recipes. Smokehouse tacos with red cabbage slaw is a new favorite at my house. Because it is summer I decided to grill the meat. Whoa, what a good...
An Ethnic Dining Experience with Saffron Fix
This post: An Ethnic dining Experience with Saffron Fix, was compensated by Saffron Fix. Opinions are mine alone. Most of us are familiar with the many home delivery meal options available out there. But have you ever heard of Saffron Fix? Well, until recently I had not either. Let me tell you, it was quite...
Fantastic Fourth of July Ideas
I cannot believe that the Fourth of July is here, just around the proverbial corner. As much as I love this holiday, its arrival reminds me that summer is half way over. Indeed, for someone living in the frozen north and not a lover of snow, I greet this holiday with apprehension. Nevertheless, I have...
Thai Beef Salad with Peanut Lime Dressing
The tantalizing flavors of Thai food are a symphony for the senses. Exotic ingredients such as lemongrass, tamarind, and palm sugar make for a spectacular flavor profile. Today I bring you Thai beef salad with peanut lime dressing. I made it for my family for Sunday night dinner two weeks ago, and it was a...
How to Eat Healthy with Eat Smart
This post was sponsored by East Smart as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions are mine alone. #EatSmartEatClean #IC This post is all about how to eat healthy with Eat Smart. You see, eating healthy does not have to be hard. All it takes is a bit of planning, and...
Mussels in Spicy Tomato Broth
Ahh mussels. The perfect easy meal. The juice pairs perfectly with crusty baguette and it works as an appetizer or a main. Why can argue that? I am sitting at a restaurant and the waiter quickly goes by and sets a delicious looking plate of steaming mussels in spicy tomato broth at the table...