Holy moly, the end of the school year is upon us and doesn't it feel like there are so many events being crammed in at the last minute? It's such a busy time of year and it's flying by. Speaking of flying by, my younger daughter had her prom this weekend and I. JUST. CAN'T. BELIEVE. IT. Fun, ...
Dinner Planner: Week of May 9th
I am posting this week's dinner planner a little early since I think most of you will not be shopping and organizing tomorrow, Mother's Day! At least I hope you get the day off. My daughter is coming home from college this week and I could not be more excited! She will be getting her hands dirty ...
Dinner Planner: Week of May 2nd
I have a busy week ahead since it's the start of a new month, which means I am introducing a new menu in my cooking classes. Last month's Mexican menu was a huge success and I hope to post some or most of those recipes eventually. This Thursday is Cinco de Mayo and there are lots of great recipes ...
Dinner Planner: Week of April 25th
My dinner planner this week needs to be Passover-friendly, at least until Saturday night at sundown when Passover ends. Thats when my husband likes to carb-out like he's been on "Survivor" and hasn't seen a piece of bread or a grain in months. It's only 8 days without these, but psychologically he ...
Dinner Planner: Week of April 18th
I have a crazy busy week coming up with classes, deadlines, getting read for my trip to Dallas which will include a class at my friend Lisa's house and participating in my daughter's sorority's mom weekend, annnnnd getting all the desserts prepared in advance for the Passover seders which I will ...
Dinner Planner: Week of April 11th
My husband and daughter just returned from visiting colleges in the Northeast and the Midwest and they have reported it is freezing cold over there! The weather here has been rainy and cool, so I've included a couple of soups and warming recipes to keep everyone cozy until spring decides to show ...
Dinner Planner: Week of April 4th
If you were away for Spring Break, I know it can be hard to get back in the kitchen and start cooking again. Or, perhaps you are tired of eating out or being off your routine so you are excited to get back to your healthy way of eating. Here's a great dinner planner for this week to help you get ...
Dinner Planner: Week of March 28th
Happy Easter to all of you celebrating! The beginning of spring is my favorite time of year. It is a time to clean out the old and bring in the new, to start fresh, a new beginning, a rebirth. Doesn't that sound like what we all need? Well, the universe is conspiring to support that energy right ...
Dinner Planner: Week of March 21
This week is the last week of the Cuban-inspired classes I am teaching this month. I hope to get some good photos so I can post the recipes for you soon. Everything has been getting rave reviews! I am finishing up the final touches on my Mexican menu for April classes. This is one of my most ...
Dinner Planner: Week of March 14th
I had a wonderful time at the Natural Products Expo this weekend exploring what's new in the natural foods world. There are so many incredible products to help support any number of diets, from vegan to Paleo to gluten-free to pegan (that's Paleo-vegan, FYI.) Of course, there are also those ...
Dinner Planner: Week of March 7th
It is always such a joy when my daughter comes home from college for a visit. We all really miss her and there's nothing better than when our family is complete, especially around the dinner table. Without getting too personal, this same daughter is also eating a grain-free diet for a little while ...