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Classic Shrimp Louie Salad

Classic Shrimp Louie Salad

    Do you ever have one of those days where you feel like sitting in a restaurant with an ocean view enjoying a light healthy salad while sipping on a nice glass of iced tea or chardonnay? Truthfully, I fantasize about it everyday!  Even though…

Tuscan Bean Salad with Tuna

Tuscan Bean Salad with Tuna

  Now that the holiday’s are over, most of us want to get back on track by eating healthy again.  Here is a go to recipe that I make when I want something healthy and fast for those busy weekday lunches. You can prepare this meal in advance by…

The Frosted Cranberry Cocktail

The Frosted Cranberry Cocktail

Have you found yourself wrapped up in brown paper packages and tied up with string? If so, here is my new favorite thing… This cocktail was created by my very talented sister who has been generous enough to allow me to share her new creation!  This…

Marinated Grilled Artichokes with Mayo Dijon Sauce

Marinated Grilled Artichokes with Mayo Dijon Sauce

    This recipe was inspired many years ago when my husband and I lived in Huntington Beach, CA. We used to frequent one of our favorite restaurants in Seal Beach named Walt’s Wharf. We would always go for their “world famous” oak grilled artichokes, buckets…

Warm Mushroom Salad with Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Warm Mushroom Salad with Bacon Wrapped Scallops

This recipe I’m sharing today is hands down my families favorite salad recipe!  This salad is made with fresh baby spinach, sautéed garlic mushrooms, feta cheese and drizzled with freshly squeezed lemon juice and black truffle olive oil. If you’re a vegetarian you can stop…

For the Love of Lemons

For the Love of Lemons

  About 4 months ago I started a new ritual before my morning coffee routine. I read how warm lemon water first thing in the morning will help aide you in your digestion, flush out the toxins and also give you extra added benefits for…

Easy Crockpot Pork Chili Verde

Easy Crockpot Pork Chili Verde

  My first recipe I want to share with you is beyond simple and yet extremely flavorful!  This recipe was inspired by the many wonderful Mexican restaurants we used to frequent when we lived in Southern California. Currently where we reside in South Florida, it…