Tofu & Shiitake Lettuce Wraps with Perfect Peanut Sauce

These Tofu & Shiitake Lettuce Wraps with Perfect Peanut Sauce are a delicious and healthy appetizer! The Peanut Sauce is perfectly balanced in umami and salty flavors.  I featured this recipe for Tofu & Shiitake Lettuce Wraps with Perfect Peanut Sauce in my February Kitchen Memoirs story about my dear friend, Kaylee. She is a master at creating flavorful, simple, and creative meals, and thisRead 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 ->

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 ->

Superfood Peppermint Hot Cocoa

A mug of cocoa near dates, peppermint oil, bowls of cacao, and dried eucalyptus

Warm, creamy, and packed with nutrient dense ingredients: this Superfood Peppermint Hot Cocoa is a festive and delicious way to start your day! Cacao is an antioxidant powerhouse and is rich in iron, magnesium, and calcium, making it a perfect healthy ingredient for this cocoa. Naturally sweetened, and flavored with essential oils, this is a feel good treat for a cold day! I beg the question:Read more ->

Huckleberry Collins

Pucker up – this Huckleberry Collins is lip-smackingly tart! A classic cocktail recipe with a seasonal twist. Huckleberry jam is made in to a delicious simple syrup which perfectly compliments this refreshing summer drink.  Ever have one of those vacations that leaves a mark on you? That makes you look at the world a little differently? That inspires, uplifts, and recharges you? Yea, me too.Read more ->

Greek Zoodle Salad with Roasted Garlic Tahini Sauce

This Greek Zoodle Salad with Roasted Garlic Tahini Sauce is fresh, flavorful, and so healthy! Zucchini stands in for pasta in this paleo and vegan take on a summertime favorite: pasta salad! This recipe is simple to prepare and is incredibly delicious! ZOODLES. By far, one of the things I look forward to most as summer approaches. I’m sure I know what you’re thinking: They’reRead more ->

The Lavender French 75 (The Perfect Spring Cocktail!)

A cocktail with a lavender spring in it surrounded by lemons and dried lavender flowers on a wooden cutting board

Post updated April 12, 2022. This Lavender French 75 is the perfect cocktail for Spring! It’s light and refreshing, combining lemon, lavender, gin, and champagne. I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. The Lavender French 75: Perfect For Spring! This Lavender French 75 is so delicious and perfect for warmer weather. ThisRead more ->

Pan-Banging Chocolate Chip Cookies

Get ready to make some noise in the kitchen! Sarah Kieffer’s method yields a lightly crispy exterior, with a soft and chewy center. They’re the best recipe to please any chocolate chip cookie lover! Make Some Noise: We’re Making Pan Banging Cookies! WHO’S READY FOR SOME CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES?????? (Read in ring announcer’s voice, please). These cookies are bound to make some noise in yourRead more ->

Smoky Cajun Shrimp & Grits

Smoky Cajun Shrimp and Grits! The perfect recipe to celebrate Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, or…any ole’ day of the week, really! The Shrimp are lightly sautéed after being seasoned with a homemade cajun spice mix, while the grits cook up quickly on your stovetop, finished with a healthy sprinkle of cheddar cheese. This recipe takes less than 20 minutes to make, is healthy, and soRead more ->