Last month I went to Portland, Oregon on my own. I shared the experience on Instagram and the response was amazing. I got messages from women that I have never met before telling me that they were inspired to take a trip solo. Since the response was great on Instagram, I decided to write a (read more)
Waterfalls and Wine in Oregon
A day of waterfalls and wine in Oregon – what could be better? During my three day trip to Portland, Oregon I spent a day on a waterfalls and wine tour, and it couldn’t have been more fun. Let me tell you all about it… I am a fly by the seat of my pants (read more)
Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole
Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole combines three of my favorite things: grilled cheese, avocado toast, and a sunny side up egg. What more could you want? This meal is the ultimate brunch. Did you know that April is national grilled cheese month?! I created this Avocado Cheddar Grilled Cheese Egg in the Hole (read more)
Easy Easter Appetizer: Cheese, Veggie, and Prosciutto Pastry Roll Ups
This Cheese, Veggie, and Prosciutto Pastry Roll Ups recipe is a super easy Easter appetizer takes just minutes to prepare, and it is a beautiful addition to a brunch or dinner. Store bought crescent roll dough is sliced into strips, layered with creamy herbed cheese, shaved zucchini and yellow squash, and prosciutto before being rolled (read more)
Butternut Squash and Brussels Sprout Salad
This easy to prepare Butternut Squash and Brussels Sprout Salad is anything but ordinary. It is a salad with bold flavors that makes for an easy weeknight meal. I think that you will love this Butternut Squash and Brussels Sprout Salad. Shaved brussels sprouts are topped with roasted butternut squash, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and (read more)
Where to Eat in Portland, Oregon
I was very impressed by the restaurants in Portland, Oregon. Every meal I had was wonderful, so wonderful that I am eager to return to Portland to try more restaurants. I am very lucky that friends and readers sent me thoughtful restaurant recommendations, and every meal was a delight. Today I am recapping the restaurants (read more)
The Best Deviled Egg Recipe
This is the best deviled egg recipe – these deviled eggs have the perfect balance of richness from the egg yolk and mayonnaise plus seasoning from mustard, lemon, and sriracha. A crispy prosciutto garnish makes this recipe extra special. This is the perfect appetizer to serve on Easter, since you might have a bunch of (read more)
Homemade Pita Chips
Homemade pita chips are easy to make in just a few minutes of active preparation time. I love to make parmesan garlic pita chips to serve with spinach artichoke dip, but they are delicious on their own too. Get the simple recipe below. I have been making homemade pita chips since I lived with my (read more)
Reduced Fat Spinach Artichoke Dip
A healthy twist on a classic recipe, this Reduced Fat Spinach Artichoke Dip is irresistibly delicious. The best part is that you can prepare this easy appetizer in less than 10 minutes. Spinach and artichoke dip is a classic. It is something that everyone seems to love, and it is easy to prepare. It seems to (read more)
What to Do in Portland, Oregon
Portland oozes Pacific Northwest cool and a genuine pride for the city. But locals haven’t let their city’s popularity get to their heads. Maybe things are different when it’s the offseason, but March in Portland was giving off an “I’m glad you are here vibe.” Here is my guide of what to do in Portland, (read more)