When most people think of Cinco de Mayo drinks, they go straight to Tequila. Not me. The very first time I went to Mexico was the first time I was introduced to the Mojito. I loved the fresh zing of the lime and mint, and the sweet rum flavor. It just felt like a holiday […]
Good news, you guys…I’m back. Have you missed me? Oh come on now…certainly ONE of you has. Mom? Yeah, okay. Anyway, life has been a bit nuts lately, and travel and television spots have kept me beyond busy, but I’m still here and I’m still cooking. This time…for National Shrimp Day. Yes, it exists. National […]
As one of the lucky Finish Mom Ambassadors, I was lucky enough to have Finish Dishwashing ask me to try their new “less harsh chemical” line of dishwashing detergents. They are Finish® Power & Free™ and Jet-Dry® Power & Free™. Developed with little ones in mind (less harsh on their pacifiers, sippy cups, bottles […]
Did you know it’s Earth Month? Did you even know there IS an Earth Month? I mean, yeah, I think we all know there is an Earth Day, but I wasn’t aware we had an entire month devoted to the cause. I found out just recently, when approached by the folks at Silk (I know! […]
I’ve heard that. You know, the Everything is bigger in Texas thing. It may be true. What I do know for sure? Texas has a lot to offer, especially in Houston and The Woodlands. A couple of weeks ago, I flew out to Houston with Paula to meet up with one of our favorite PR […]
Okay, okay, it’s more than just bunnies and chicks. But it’s a fun Easter themed round up, and it’s got some really cute ideas. I really wanted to so a collection with a few things I think would be excellent for carting off to the school party. It’s tough, being the class mom, but some […]
I was recently contacted by the folks at Sam’s Club to see if I would be willing to tell you guys about some of the cool things they have coming up in stores…primarily about their in store tasting of some great seafood products! Sam’s Club is helping families across America add more seafood to their […]
I was recently approached by Hidden Valley Ranch (the ONLY Ranch in my opinion) to come up with a simple use for one of their many products. I’ve done several recipes for them in the past, including a reverse take on the classic chicken wing, but this time, I thought…why overthink it? Sometimes it’s the […]
I think it’s kind of the running joke with the folks that head up the annual Celebrity Chef Tour. You see, this tour crosses the country, from places like San Francisco, to Maui, to New York City, Chicago…and Eggleston, Virginia. That’s right, Eggleston, Virginia. The tiniest town you’ve never heard of, and yet, this town […]
I mentioned a week or two ago that I have started a new diet and exercise plan. So far, so good – I am sticking with classes and with my new trainer, I am watching the calories and carbs, I am drinking more water, and I am seeing the difference in the way my clothes […]
March 25th…National Waffle Day. Ever since starting my diet, I am ridiculously obsessed with Chicken and Waffles. Not that I wasn’t before, but, gosh, now I realllly want them. Or Duck & Waffles. That will do, too. With a runny egg on the side? Bourbon Aged Sweet Maple Syrup? I must stop. I can feel […]
I’ve been saving something special, you guys. In just a few short weeks, it will be Mother’s Day, and I don’t know about you, but I have the hardest time picking out something for my own mom. I also have no idea what I might want for myself, if, umm, someone were to buy me […]