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Mango Cocktail Round Up
I don’t want to alarm you guys but next week is August. Yeah, the last month of summer. So please, do yourself a favor and soak up some sun, get outside and enjoy some seasonal produce, like mango! I...
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Green Tea Zucchini Bread
How funny is it that I created this post, and just today I had a Facebook reminder from exactly one year ago when I made 3 loaves of zucchini bread. I remember having so much zucchini last year that I...
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National Watermelon Day
Yesterday was National Watermelon Day and if you have not had any watermelon flavored drink this summer, I am very surprised. I feel like watermelon water and juice is all over the produce section....
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Screen Door Restaurant Review
As you all know I recently visited my family in Oregon this past week and was able to enjoy the weirdness of Portland several times including some delicious restaurants! Screen Door was by FAR my...
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Tasty Thursday- Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers
It is always hard for me to have the time to go shopping for fresh produce. Finding recipes that make sense for two people is also a struggle. While I understand you can always split a recipe in half,...
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Summer Belongs to the Blueberry
I’ll go ahead and put it out there now, if you are allergic to blueberries. Go ahead and skip todays post, might I suggest this post of the importance of sleep instead. For those of you not allergic...
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Golden Medal Cocktails
We only have a few more days of Olympics to watch you guys! Anyone else caught that Olympic fever? I know a few people who can’t stop watching all day. I mean I get it, we won’t see the summer Olympics...
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Thirsty Thursday- National Whiskey Sour Day
The whiskey sour is a classic cocktail that balances sweet and tart flavors together. Making a whiskey sour is easy and is super refreshing on a hot summer day! Typically a Whiskey Sour is: whiskey,...
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Thirsty Thursday – Coconut Blackberry Smoothie
You know there is no secret to making a good smoothie? It really depends on what you prefer for flavors and texture. A lot of times smoothies don’t have dairy or include more fruits and veggies than...
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Thirsty Thursday- End of the Summer Beer Cocktails
In honor of National Beer Lover’s Day, yesterday I wanted to compile a few beer cocktails that will help us get over our summertime sadness! These would make amazing signature cocktails for an end of...
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Harvest Turkey Orecchiette
It’s officially that odd time of year when it’s not quite fall and not quite summer. Its sall, or fummer. It’s hot as hell all day but the sun goes down and it’s chilly. So dinner time ideas are...
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Thirsty Thursday – Ice Cream Cone Shots
Going back to being a kid, ice cream is all about the crunchy waffle cone, chocolate fudge and of course the colorful sprinkles! Well you are an adult now so might as well add your favorite liquor to...
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Thirsty Thursday- Swedish Alcohol
Preparing for a trip also means you need to prepare for what you plan on eating and drinking! With that said, I did some research into what Swedish alcohol and cocktails typically are made of. Here is...
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Perfectly Perfect Stuffed Chicken Breast
I cook a lot of chicken you guys. It’s the only meat I really make at home for dinner. My boyfriend jokes he’s going to turn into a chicken one day. But when you make it that much, you learn ways to...
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Sweden Trip- Best Restaurants and Bars in Stockholm
As you may know, my mom and I recently went to Sweden for a friend’s wedding! We decided to make the trip a mini vacation and stay in Stockholm for 3 nights. While we were there we enjoyed some amazing...
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Spider Green Chicken & Potatoes
On my travels I ate a lot fo really unique dishes. I tried to gain as much knowledge as I could and apply it to meals I made at home. My most favorite meal on my trip was in the city of Rapallo at the...
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Thirsty Thursday- Chicago Cubs World Series Inspired Cocktails
Even though I am a White Sox fan, I think it is only right to give a little honor to the Chicago Cubs for winning the World Series last night. After 108 years it is FINALLY their year. Congrats to the...
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Sweden Trip Review- Stockholm
Flying through SAS, going to Sweden, was very relaxing. The food was actually really delicious as well! Since I already had a cold I doped myself up with zquil and sudafed and was knocked out for 7.5...
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Thirsty Thursday – Coffee Cocktails
Happy Thursday everyone! I know some of you can already use a drink…or three. The holidays are coming up soon and something that really saves me from going crazy is spiked coffee. A little coffee and...
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National Baklava Day
Baklava is by far my favorite dessert in the entire world! If you don’t know what Baklava is shame on you! Baklava is a rich sweet pastry that is made with layers of phyllo dough, honey, butter and of...
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Thirsty Thursday- Candy Cane Cocktails
Yes, candy cane cocktails! Say that three times fast Candy canes are the candy of Christmas and I figured why not add a little alcohol to the mix and spice up the sugary treat even more. With that...
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Gingerbread Cocktail Roundup
Countdown time. Christmas is days away and I know you already have your shopping done…right? For me now all I have to worry about it getting my food together. I do lots of cooking and cocktail making...
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Thirsty Thursday- Glow in the Dark Drinks
Did you know that tonic water glows under black light? What a unique way to ring in the New Year with glow in the dark cocktails. Here are 5 recipes that will make for the perfect NYE cocktail! Aurora...
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Brie & Artichoke Soup
Soups on! I could really eat soup all year round, but there is nothing like a hot bowl of soup on a cold day. Since we have no shortage of cold days in Chicago, better get some good soup recipes. I...
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