Much of parenting consists of striking a balance between two sometimes irreconcilable elements: what they want versus what you want for them. On the one hand, there are all those things little kids crave – playgrounds, freedom to scream, sugar, permanent markers. On the other are those you want for them – safety, health, vegetables, […]
Recipes
Avocados from Mexico [a spooky recipe!]
I love avocado in guacamole, obviously, and ceviche. And spread on a sandwich. Often I eat it straight out of the shell, just sprinkling it with a dash of salt before attacking it with a spoon. It’s just so good. Hass avocados from Mexico are my favorite. They are the only avocados that are available […]
How to prepare nopalitos! [prickly pear cactus]
I’m seriously craving some nopalitos today. Known in English as prickly pear cactus, nopales are a versatile vegetable very popular in Mexico. A good source of fiber, vitamin A, C, and other nutrients, and with only 22 calories per cup (cooked), nopales are a healthy, filling, and delicious food! Quite often you can find ’em […]
“Dress Up Your Dish” with Black Ripe Olives
I adore black olives. I eat them on pizza. In salads. In sandwiches. Mixed with hummus. Tossed with pasta. By themselves, straight out of the can. Did you know that California’s olive growers produce more than 95% of the black ripe olives grown in the U.S.? From breakfast to dinner, January to December, and from […]
Nutella hazelnut spread [recipe idea!]
A couple of weeks ago, I hosted a party. A Nutella party. ‘Nuf said, right?. Nutella hazelnut spread makes everything better… and a party that revolves around it? Well, that’s just heaven. MommyParties sent me a ton of Nutella goodies to share with my local mom friends, and we shared recipe ideas and snacked on […]
Baked Brie … an elegant appetizer!
Are you hosting an Oscar party next weekend? I haven’t decided if I will or not. I had friends over to watch the Globes, but this Sunday is a busy day for me and I don’t want to stress over cleaning the house and all that. Plus, I kind of like watching the show live, […]
