Celebrate Summer with Starbucks
Everyone’s favorite go-to coffee house (guilty as charged!) is known for its colorful drinks and sweet frappuccinos, but this summer, Starbucks is bringing something even tastier to the table –…
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Our Interview with Chef Chuck Hughes for Stop Food Waste Day!
Most people when they hear the name Chuck Hughes think of the passionate, French Canadian chef, TV personality and co-owner of top Montreal restaurants Garde Manger and Le Bremner. What they…
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Cocktail Recipe: Watermelon Paloma
Much better than a mixer, watermelon gives this Paloma, a traditional Mexican cocktail, a sweet and colorful punch. Add a watermelon wedge for a festive garnish and serve this Paloma …
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8 Wines to Try for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and if you still don’t know what to get your mom, maybe it’s better to focus one simple thing: the celebration! Whether you choose to celebrate her…
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Recipe: Strawberry-Watermelon Shortcake
This twist on a traditional strawberry shortcake–made with sweet cake or biscuits–adds our favorite ingredient–watermelon! Easily save time on this recipe by using store-bought biscuits or whip cream, or both!…
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Recipe: Roasted Zucchini with Almonds and Olives
Summer squash tastes great when it is grilled or roasted in the oven. This recipe for roasted zucchini with almonds an olives is perfect as a side dish for…
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Recipe: Veggie Minestrone Soup from the Vivacious Gourmet
Is it just me or is anyone else suffering from S.A.D? And by SAD I mean Seasonal Affective Disorder. The winter seems to linger longer than it should. In other…
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Recipe: Grilled Watermelon & Kale Salad
The sweet and smoky grilled watermelon is a great balance to the nutrient-dense and bitter dinosaur kale. Ingredients 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch thick wedges Olive oil Kosher…
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Oh Vitamix!
That’s it, it’s pure happiness at home. I (finally) got my hands on a Vitamix! I’ve been talking about it for a while, and my friends have been praising its…
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Recipe: Lemon Roasted Halibut with Quinoa and Spring Vegetables
If you are looking for a fish dish that’s easy and delicious – look no further! We are fish and seafood lovers and this recipe is fresh and in season…
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