How are you dressing your table for Halloween? Since childhood I’ve loved Halloween. From the outlandish costume parties to the scary house décor to the festive food, Halloween brings the kid out in all of us. Creativity is at an all time high…
It’s always a good day for an avocado. Invite a friend over for a slice - of avocado, that is. Avocados are the perfect food to share, plus you can do so many culinary things with this silky, sleek fruit. I was…
Craving pumpkin? Join the club. Fall always conjures up the taste for this festive orange gourd whether flavor-infused into lattes, baked into pies or quick breads or pureed into soups or smoothies. The good news is pumpkin does your body good…
Yes, I love chocolate. I come from a long line of female chocolate lovers (aka “chocoholics”). And now my 7-year old daughter, Sammie, is one, too. She would eat chocolate at every meal, if left to her own devices. Over the years, I…
I was inspired to cook with tofu this week. I am constantly inspired by others to cook - whether family, friends, clients or fellow bloggers. Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to be at a digital marketing company, Centro as a guest speaker for their #Wellnesspalooza…
Want to build a better-for-you sandwich? (I am gearing up to be guest on a local Chicago station, WGN-TV, talking about this very thing at 11:15 AM today. Tune in, if you can.) The good thing about sandwiches is you…
Got a taste for meat? Balls of meat make such a neat package of protein at any meal. Whatever meat you choose - beef, pork, chicken or turkey, watch the fat, aim for at least 95% lean. If you want to make meat-free balls…
Want a refreshing summer food to cool down and slim down? Indulge in cantaloupe. This mellow gourd gives you a significant boost of nutrients for your eyes and skin as it’s loaded with vitamin C and vitamin A (aka beta-carotene), and it…
My family loves mac ‘n cheese, but they are picky about what kind. I have made both home-made and boxed versions. I am always trying to doctor it up with ‘nutrition boosts’ like high fiber pasta, pureed beans, flax seeds and veggies. Today, I…
Let’s face it, mornings are super busy. One of the top things I hear from my clients is that breakfast is hard to fit in. I completely understand as I am a working mother of two - so I am always creating fast tricks to eat something quick…