• Homemade Guacamole

    Go ahead and make a double batch of this homemade guacamole; it’s so yummy, it won’t last long! I’m a big avocado fan. Like, I-could-eat-one-with-every-meal-and-be-perfectly-content, avocado fan. Even though the weather was gorgeous and the scenery was breath-taking along the coast, one of my favorite parts of visiting San Diego…

  • Fresh Homemade Salsa

    I’ve been making homemade salsa for years now. It all started with this recipe that one of my good friends found in the classic Better Homes and Gardens cookbook (you know, the one with red and white checkered cover), and made for their annual Cinco de Mayo party. It’s amazing, and garlic-y,…

  • Melted Caprese Crostini

    On the weekends I like to keep it simple when it comes to lunch. Just because it’s something easy to fix, however, doesn’t mean I skimp on flavor OR deliciousness. These melted caprese crostini are the perfect savory bite to enjoy all by yourself, or with a crowd! While these melted…

  • Yummy Finger Foods for a Homecoming Party

    These yummy finger foods for a prom, formal, or homecoming party will keep guests well-fed and unmessy! This is a guest post. Homecoming, prom, and formals are a huge deal at high schools, colleges and universities across the United States. Nothing says “welcome back” or “let’s celebrate” better than a…

  • Bring Your Fresh Salsa!

    This homemade fresh salsa is so good you’ll never buy it from the grocery store again! Years ago a good friend of mine started making fresh salsa as part of her annual Cinco de Mayo party. Everyone always raved about it, especially my husband, so she made sure we left…