Blackberry & Nectarine Heaven

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It has been awhile.  Hasn’t it?  When was the last time you saw a recipe from me?  Much too long ago, I know!  So I am making it up to you now.  And I am doing so with pie. Not just any pie.  This is a blackberry and nectarine pie.  Ahhhh…. Now you are with… [Read More...]

Super Seaweed

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(I’ve got another guest post for you!  But this time instead of having one author you get two!!!  I know, I spoil you lovely NoH readers, but I can’t help myself, you are just too cute.  In all seriousness, this post is from Margaret Floyd, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and James Barry a Celebrity Private… [Read More...]

To Mom With Love

My mother helping me into my wedding dress.

Alright, I know.  You come here looking for fashion and I throw Mother’s Day in your face, but what can I say? I love my mommy.  I do!  So instead of a Met Gala recap, you are going to get a few great gift ideas for mom.  After all, finding the right gift can be… [Read More...]

Delectable Spinach & Lentil Curry Soup

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First off TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY!!! WOOHOOO!!! I am off enjoying the day with my husband… Anyways, today’s recipe is for Spinach & Lentil Curry Soup.  I made this soup the other night and about a million times before.  My mother gave me the recipe, so I am unsure of its origin.  That being said,… [Read More...]

Ina Garten Fills Our Tummies

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For Christmas I received Barefoot Contessa How Easy Is That?: Fabulous Recipes & Easy Tips by Ina Garten.  I’ve really enjoyed this cookbook, because it makes otherwise intimidating dishes incredibly simple and accessible.  There are also great kitchen/cooking tips that capitalize on functionality.  In fact, I regularly refer to it for dinner inspiration.  We’ve actually… [Read More...]

Memorable Meatballs

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Sometimes comfort food is where it’s at- that is when “it” is a happy and full tummy.  And that is exactly what happened tonight when Lukus and I busted out some spicy meatballs.  These are great on their own or served over pasta.  Now, I do not claim to be some Italian-mama, but these meatballs… [Read More...]

Lukus’ Coffee Popcorn Crunch

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My husband Lukus is one of those strange genetic mutations who can eat a ton of desserts and doesn’t gain weight.  Go ahead.  Hate him.  I do.  Or at least I am insanely jealous!   All that being said, he does make some delicious treats.  And one of the best is his Coffee Popcorn Crunch.  Therefore,… [Read More...]

Sophisticated Shrimp & Garlic Pizza

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So, Sunday’s post was wine, yesterday’s post was cocktails- I should probably do a post on food so as not to promote excessive consumption of alcohol!  And today, I have just the right recipe for the job.   It is pizza.  But not just any pizza: Shrimp and Garlic Pizza. Seafood pizzas are some of my… [Read More...]

Playing The Spread

Edamame and Avocado Dip from "Better Homes and Gardens."

We are into Super Bowl week!!!  And if you read the post yesterday then you already have a beer picked out (or not, depending on whether or not taste is crucial in your selection).  Either way, you need some snacks to along with it.  So, I have assembled a list of dips for your spread. … [Read More...]

Banana & Chocolate Happiness

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After a day full of home décor shopping with my friend Nadine, I came home feeling awfully domestic.  So, Lukus and I cooked dinner together and then I made muffins.  I know.  I am like a mini-Martha-Stewart or something… That being said I made awesome Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins.  I mean awesome.  Even my anti-banana… [Read More...]