For me, some of the best simple summer recipes are those that allow for the creation of memories, both through their flavors and through the ease of preparation that creates the space and time for adventure and time together. One of my favorite childhood memories is of visiting my godmother’s family house in New Hampshire. Each summer we would head up for a weekend visit that was packed with hiking, swimming in the lake, and
As the mom of two hungry boys, I am on a seemingly never-ending search for snack options that are both appealing to my kids and healthy enough that I feel like they are getting some sort of nutritional boost. A few years ago, I decided to try a healthy yogurt bar as an option and it was such a hit that it became a go-to snack option! If you are looking for easy and creative
For most of the year I have a regular routine when it comes to meal planning and getting dinner on the table that it goes something like this:I plan our meals and grocery list on Saturday morningI go grocery shopping on Sunday morning before the crowds formEach evening, I start preparing dinner sometime between 5:45 and 6:15 and dinner is on the table at 6:45This system works well for me because it spreads out the
Vacations are a time to relax, unwind, reconnect with loved ones, and get a break from the daily grind. And in the spirit of taking it easy, it can be tempting to depend on restaurants and take out for meals so that we don’t have prepare them the way we do at home. But, over the years, I have found that there is a balance to be had where there is less cooking, but still
Years ago, my family joined a CSA (community supported agriculture), otherwise known as a farm share. We joined because I really wanted to take advantage of local, responsibly grown produce. Being a member of the CSA has been a truly wonderful experience—from the warm and friendly staff, to the community atmosphere amongst the members, to the access to truly seasonal fruits and vegetables!One of the unexpected joys of being a part of the CSA has