Every year my family goes on a big trip together and the destination is chosen by whoever’s name gets picked out of a hat. Well, my mom totally outdid us all and chose South Africa and Botswana! I have never been more blown away and truly touched by our world as I was in South…
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The Ultimate Bruschetta Spread
This is one of my absolute FAVORITE meals. EVER. It’s always a go-to when I need to impress some guests, but don’t feel like cooking up a storm. It can definitely be an awesome appetizer, but it can be massively filling and hard to stop eating….so this is a perfectly good entree, as well. When heirloom…
Mushroom, Onion & Bell Pepper Breakfast Tacos
Tortillas and eggs are two staples in my refrigerator and I often combine the two for a quick and filling breakfast. Serving Size: 1 (2 small tacos) Ingredients: 2 Small Corn Tortillas 1 Egg 1/8 cup of Diced Yellow Onion 1/8 cup of Diced Bell Pepper 1/2 cup of Sliced Mushrooms 1/8 cup of Milk…
10 Pictures To Inspire You To Go To The Canadian Rockies In The Winter
When I first decided I would be heading to the Canadian Rockies during wintertime, everyone was trying to convince me that winter is not a good time to go there. I could not disagree more! I’ve never experienced a more picturesque winter wonderland and it was truly a trip of a lifetime. Of course it’s…
Copycat Benihana Veggie Fried Rice
Anybody as obsessed with Benihana’s fried rice as much as I am? I’m always guilty of wanting more than just the tiny bowl they give you at the tepan table. I paid close attention to the chef last time I was there, so I could replicate it at home. Now, I can eat as much…
Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potatoes
These garlic parmesan sweet potatoes are the easiest side dish or an awesome breakfast, if you throw an egg on top! Serving Size: side dish = 1 potato per 2 people main dish = 1 potato per person Ingredients: sweet potato 2 cloves of garlic (minced) vegetable or canola oil parmesan parsley *optional* Directions: Wash,…
Crockpot Chicken Curry
I think a lot of people are intimidated by a crockpot, but it actually makes cooking SO much easier. I’ve recently started using mine more and more because of the simplicity of it, lack of time and attention it requires, and amazing flavor it produces! If you don’t already know, I am a HUGE fan…
10 Best Game Day Recipes
It’s almost that time of year to eat your heart out on appetizers, dips, and all things delicious. I mean….watch the big game! Let’s be real, you’re reading this because you care more about the food than you do the game. Don’t feel bad about it though because I sure don’t! This year, my roommates…
Travel Company Review: Backroads ~ Canadian Rockies
Activities: Snowshoeing, dog-sledding, walking (with ice cleats), and ice skating. National Parks visited: Banff, Kootenay, and Yoho Lodging: The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Emerald Lake Lodge, the Post Hotel. All three of these had their own, unique charm. Trip Leaders/Guides: For our group of 16 adults, we had two amazing trip leaders: Heather and Sarah!…
10 Pictures To Inspire You To Go To Paris
Paris seems to be a destination that is on everyone’s bucket list and that comes as no shock! Paris is an incredibly romantic place, but as a single girl who’s been there twice, it’s not just for lovers! Both times I went to Paris was with a group of friends. There is so much to…