Chicken corn chowder is a favorite, hearty cold weather soup. Add some chipotle peppers, adobo sauce and a bit of pumpkin for a whole new easy slow cooker cold weather favorite! Originally published in October 2014; updated September 2018 There is nothing more soul-warming than a chunky chowder filled with potatoes, corn, and chicken; except…
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New Orleans Food: What to Eat & Where to Find It
New Orleans food is a fantastic blend of cultural influences and mouthwatering flavors. This travel guide shares ‘must eat’ iconic foods and where to eat them in The Big Easy. As one of the oldest cities in the nation, it’s no surprise to find New Orleans is home to one of the most well-established food…
Pan Seared Salmon with Capers and Lemon
Pan Seared Salmon with Capers and Lemon takes four ingredients and 15 minutes, total! Perfectly cooked salmon fast enough for weeknights, great for entertaining! Originally published in October 2016; updated August 2018. Some recipes are so easy and simple it doesn’t feel right to call them a ‘recipe’. Pan Seared Salmon with Capers and Lemon…
Tacos Al Pastor in the Slow Cooker
Tacos Al Pastor is a spicy, sweet taco recipe with pork and pineapple. This recipe is easy in the slow cooker any time of the year. Great recipe for making a taco bar too! Originally published July 2014; updated July 2018 There is a misconception about using slow cookers: that they are only good for…
Best Travel Apps to Take the Stress Out of Traveling
Travel Apps allow everything from booking last minute hotels, to eating where the locals eat that you’d never find on your own. These Best Travel Apps will take the stress out of traveling so you can focus on having fun. Planning to take your cell phone on your next vacation? Of course you are. We…
Grilled Peach Mascarpone Ice Cream
Grilled Peach Mascarpone Ice Cream combines summer favorites grilling, ice cream and peaches for a velvety sweet, tangy divine ice cream. Instructions for both ice maker and no machine methods. Originally published July 2015; updated July 2018 Summer is a time for both grilling and ice cream. I’m combining both today in a smooth Grilled…
How to Make Homemade Vinegar
How to Make Vinegar at home is easy and more delicious than store-bought vinegar. This step-by-step guide covers how make apple cider vinegar, red wine vinegar, necessary supplies, potential issues and solutions. Most pantries are stocked with a variety of vinegar types but did you know you can make your own vinegar? This guide on…
