Dinner Planner – Week of September 9, 2024

I used to include meal prep tips for the dinner planner but decided to remove them since most people don’t follow the dinner planner exactly.  If you ever have questions about what you can do ahead of time or how to adapt the recipes/dinner planner to fit your lifestyle/dietary preferences, just leave a comment below.  […]

Dinner Planner – Week of August 12, 2024

Ciao from Italy!  I am on a multi-generational trip with my mother, sisters, their families and my family!  So far, so good!  I have already eaten my weight in pasta, pizza and gelato.  I will be posting a newsletter with all the details and my travel tips in the near future.  In the meantime, you […]

Dinner Planner – Week of August 5, 2024

Happy August!  The newest monthly cooking class has been uploaded and it’s SO GOOD! I know I say that all the time, but I work so hard on the recipes and when I finish tweaking and teaching them, I am so excited to share them with you plus all the tips and tricks that go […]

Dinner Planner – Week of June 17, 2024

My daughter Anna is home for a week and she said, “I just want to come home and open the fridge and see all the food.” LOL I will not let her be disappointed. For most people, kids are out of school and summer is in full swing.  I am shifting from warm soups to […]

Dinner Planner – Week of June 10, 2024

Happy weekend, friends! I’m transitioning dinner planners to summer right about now.  In Southern California, we’re starting to see the beginnings of stone fruit and tomatoes which always makes me giddy.  I also start to cook a little more simply and lighter.  I have noticed more people cooking at home lately because restaurant prices are […]