Mincemeat. Americans bristle at the idea of something that is classified as a sweet but contains something savory like meat (or meat fat like suet, as most traditional mincemeats call for.) But let me tell you, it. is. delicious. Don’t knock it till you try it. …
Well, hello there, friend. I imagine by now your holiday to-dos are piling up like mad. It can be such a struggle to slow down and savor the season this time of year. But please, whatever you have to say no to to carve out a little sliver of peace and quiet for yourself, please do it, if only to stay in for a night and make this delicious Baked Rigatoni Blanco with Spiced Chicken Thighs and Broccoli Rabe. …
Spending time back in ATX is a surefire way to ensure my heart is full (family and friends!) and belly is satisfied, mostly by all the great Mexican and BBQ that abounds here….
Well, summer is winding down and I’m clenching onto its bold, colorful flavors with dishes like this Gazpacho Verde. While I do welcome to arrival of fall with open arms, I have been continually grappling with a scarcity mentality when it comes to warm sunshine, amber peaches, juicy ears of corn and tomatoes plucked from the vine. I just can’t get enough!…
Last weekend we had the opportunity to venture south to the beautiful town of Santa Fe, New Mexico. I adore New Mexico for its warm, unique southwest vibes and flavors. …
Want to wow your honey this Valentine’s Day? Skip the dinner crowds, stay in and make the most kickass, Greatest Of All Time Beef Short Rib Curry (shout out to my honey for naming the dish!) …
So, I’m sitting here at my desk and Townes is fighting her second non-nap of the day because of Daylight Savings. How do you feel about Daylight Savings? Why am I even capitalizing it? Maybe you can perceive my feelings already. Once upon a time I didn’t think twice about the time change. Enter parenthood. Just not cool. …
Don’t allow the sophisticated sounding nature of this recipe deter you; it’s actually stupid simple. As in, forgetting-to-plan-dinner-until-30-minutes-before-but- also-want-something-healthy-and-delicious, kind of recipe. …
Summer is finally here y’all! And my body is slightly in shock by this because we returned from autumn in Argentina just a few days ago. (Our trip to Buenos Aires was absolutely divine. More on this later…thinking I will add a new “travel” section with mini city guides!)…
Springtime in Austin is basically a dog’s life. That’s my new expression for “bee’s knees” or “cat’s pajamas” or whatevs. (I’d be interested to learn the etymology of those expressions…)…