Italian Lemon Cake

This Italian Lemon Cake is pure lemon perfection. A slightly sweet lemon cake is drenched in a lemon syrup offering mouth puckering goodness in every bite.  Amalfi Sunshine I had the very great privilege of traveling to the Amalfi Coast last summer, the summer of 2019: right before Covid 19 completely uprooted and shifted how we all approach traveling. To say I’m grateful to haveRead more ->

Roasted Banana Bars with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting

A cooling rack topped with roasted banana bars with cream cheese frosting

These Roasted Banana Bars with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting are a sweet treat recipe you’ll make over and over. Bananas are roasted whole, caramelizing their flavors before even being baked in to a soft and tender cake. Brown butter and cream cheese are whipped together in this undeniably delicious frosting. Not quite ready to say goodbye to sweets? SAME. The holiday season was filledRead more ->

Epic Dill Pickle Potato Chip Salad

A bowl filled with potato salad topped with dill pickle slices and potato chips

This Dill Pickle Potato Chip Potato Salad is incredibly delicious! Packed with salty dill pickles, fresh dill, and dill pickle potato chips. Crunchy, creamy, and delicious! I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy. Dill Pickle Potato Salad (WITH Potato Chips!)  Let’s talk about POTATO SALAD. I needRead more ->

Basil Gin Sour

The perfect summer cocktail: the Basil Gin Sour! Fresh squeezed lemon juice and gin are mixed with a homemade basil simple syrup which offers an herby twist on this classic drink. Make a big batch for your next summer soirée – this is one to cheers over! Sweet, sweet summertime. Be still, my heart. I know you can relate, too. Summer evokes nostalgic memories forRead more ->

Snow Pea, Mushroom, Asparagus, & Red Pepper Salad

A bowl with red peppers, mushrooms, and pea pods topped with sesame seeds

This Snow Pea, Mushroom, Asparagus, & Red Pepper Salad is a crunchy and fresh side to serve at your next summer cookout! Raw and blanched vegetables are marinated in a super simple and light vinaigrette, leaving the veg slightly softened. This salad gets better as it sits – so feel free to make in advance. Simple, fresh, and delicious!  Everyone has “those” recipes. Those that:Read more ->

Pistachio & Carrot Cupcakes

These Pistachio & Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are the perfect spring dessert! Two classic spring flavors, carrot cake and pistachio, come together in this super moist cupcake recipe. Topped with a perfectly airy, light, and delectable cream cheese frosting, these make the perfect sweet treat for your next gathering! Lovely, lovely spring. Isn’t it the most magical season?! New and welcome sunshine. FreshRead more ->

Cheers, Babe

Cheers, Babe! Sparkling wine, vodka, and a gorgeously tart syrup make up this easy cocktail recipe! Blood oranges are combined with spicy fresh ginger to make the incredibly simple homemade syrup. It’s delicious for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages alike. Try adding it to sparkling water with a slice of blood orange for a fresh twist on your carbonation kick! Happy Valentine’s Day to you, andRead more ->

Ginger Hibiscus Margaritas

These Ginger Hibiscus Margaritas are a cool cocktail that are worth the effort. Tart hibiscus tea pairs perfectly with the spicy ginger, sweet agave, and bright lime juice. Blanco tequila kicks things up a bit, while the triple sec tones it down. This drink is tart, sweet, spicy, and so delicious!  Don’t these just sound FANCY?! Well, this just in: they taste fancy, too. IRead more ->

Apple Crisp with Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Apple Crisp with Salted Caramel Ice Cream

 This Apple Crisp with Salted Caramel Ice Cream is a seasonal favorite! It’s a simple dessert recipe that everyone loves. Sweet apple slices are lightly sweetened and tossed with cinnamon before being topped with a delicious crisp. Warm out of the oven, it pairs perfectly with this Salted Caramel Ice Cream which is absolutely addictive! This is the best recipe! Autumn would simply not beRead more ->

Basil Chip Ice Cream

 A cool, herbaceous, and delicious treat! This Basil Chip Ice Cream recipe is smooth, creamy, and decadent. Dark chocolate chips are folded in to the mixture, offering a rich chocolatey bite. Top with extra chocolate chips or chocolate chips – this is an unexpected yet delectable dessert! BASIL CHIP ICE CREAM. Yup. Those were words. Together. Forever. Not to be confused with mint chocolate chipRead more ->