February was filled with quiet family moments, time in the mountains, a special birthday celebration, and a few sweet milestones we want to remember.

Guess what time it is? Giveaway time. When Stephanie from Mary’s Gone Crackers contacted me and asked if I would be interested in reviewing some of their newest products, I was excited to say yes. Mary’s Gone Crackers has been on my radar for a long time, especially because finding a truly tasty gluten-free cracker … Read more
February was filled with quiet family moments, time in the mountains, a special birthday celebration, and a few sweet milestones we want to remember.

By request, I am sharing the best and worst things I packed for my 101-day trip around the world. After months of flights, hikes, city walks, laundry days, and constant repacking, some items proved to be incredibly useful, while others wore out quickly or simply were not worth the space in my suitcase. A few … Read more
CHURROS AND SPANISH HOT CHOCOLATE This recipe is part of “A Tapas Experience.” My Love for Churros and Spanish Hot Chocolate My love for churros and Spanish hot chocolate began during a stay in Madrid, Spain, in the fall of 2015. One early morning, I sat down at Chocolatería San Ginés without realizing how memorable … Read more
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Maple brown sugar overnight oats are a simple, comforting breakfast that is especially good on cool fall and winter mornings. This easy overnight oats recipe is made with rolled oats, milk, real maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a splash … Read more
I made a dessert this week that immediately reminded my wife of the bars I had baked the week before. Her first comment was that they looked very similar, and she was right at first glance. These Maple Peanut Butter Bars have the same simple, home-baked appearance as a pan of chocolate chip dessert bars, … Read more
Celebrate peak summer fruit with this easy mixed berry galette, a rustic free-form tart filled with juicy seasonal berries and baked in a buttery, flaky crust. No pie dish is needed, and there is no need for perfect edges. This simple summer dessert is all about fresh berries, golden pastry, and relaxed baking. Strawberries, blueberries, … Read more
If you are craving steak tacos, this Carne Asada Tacos recipe is a satisfying place to start. It is made with grass-fed steak, a quick wet rub that comes together in about five minutes, warm corn tortillas, smoky grilled avocados, crisp pink pickled onions, salsa verde, queso fresco, cilantro, and fresh lime. The recipe is simple enough for a weeknight, but the flavor gets even better when the steak has time to marinate for several hours or overnight. With a bright lime-garlic rub and a hot grill, these Mexican steak tacos are bold, fresh, and easy to serve.
This Spinach, Feta, and Herb Egg White Omelet is light, fresh, protein-rich, and full of flavor. It is the kind of healthy meal that feels simple and satisfying rather than restrictive. With tender spinach, sweet onion, garlic, fresh parsley, and creamy garlic and herb feta, this easy egg white omelet works beautifully for breakfast, lunch, … Read more
How to Keep Deer Out of the Garden with Fishing Line It has happened again. You have spent months planting, watering, weeding, mulching, and carefully tending your garden, only to have deer arrive just before harvest and help themselves to the best produce. For many gardeners, deer damage is one of the most frustrating parts … Read more