April 1, 2016

Friday Fun {Lobster Carbonara + Vegan Oreos}

So I know I have been a bit MIA lately but we are busy over here making some exciting changes to the blog. In the coming weeks you will see exciting new features and functions. In the meantime here is a Friday Fun post featuring the most amazing lobster carbonara I had at Driftwood Kitchen the other...READ MORE

February 15, 2016

Mom Monday {Quick Food Tip 103}

Here is another quick tip on how to get your kids to eat what you want them to eat. Tip #103, make it a "Build Your Own Bowl" style. The cool thing about this is that you can do this which just about anything. Build your own southwestern rice bowls, build your own Asian noodle bowls, sweet potato bowls, the possibilities are endless. I think part of what makes this work is that it gives your kids the power to choose what they are eating so be sure that...READ MORE

February 10, 2016

Roll Your Own Spring Rolls, Eats for Kids

I recently discovered that the more Piper is involved in creating our meals the more she will enjoy them. So the other day we did "Roll your own spring rolls" together. She had the best time choosing her own fillings and rolling her own rolls all on her own. I love these, they make a great lunch or dinner, and the "roll your own" philosophy allows your child to make choices about their food, while still getting them to eat what you want them to eat. Here...READ MORE

October 5, 2015

Mom Monday {Apple Pie Smoothie}

With our CSA basket overflowing with apples, as we enter apple season, I was inspired to try something new for our breakfast smoothies. This was a huge hit with the whole family. It's packed with protein and full of apple pie flavors. This is definitely my new favorite smoothie combo. Use the milk of your choice to make it your own....READ MORE