Did you know that approximately 700 species of microbes live in your mouth - on your teeth, tongue, lips, gums and everywhere in between? (1) If you’re like me, there’s probably a point in your life when hearing that fact would have made you want to swish an entire vat of mouthwash. Health isn't about eradicating all microbes, though . . . it's [...] Continue Reading
How To Make Popped Sorghum
These crispy roasted chickpeas have been my “go to” popcorn alternative for awhile now, but when I shared them on Instagram a couple of months ago a reader asked how they compare to popped sorghum. That comment led to some googling. And some ordering. And a declaration from my daughter that popped sorghum is more popcorny than actual [...] Continue Reading
Moroccan Chicken Tagine Recipe
Last summer my son reviewed a watermelon. Not a watermelon salad or popsicles or even a limeade . . . just a watermelon. With the skill of a judge from a cooking show, he delved into it’s sweet, juicy flavor, crisp texture, lack of annoying seeds, vibrant color, and overall refreshment score. I didn’t grow it . . . I didn’t even buy it, but I [...] Continue Reading
Chocolate Waffles Recipe (Gluten-Free)
I’m more likely to serve up skillet veggies and homemade sausage than chocolate waffles for breakfast, but when my family wakes up to thunderstorms on a morning we had planned a glorious kayaking trip, waffles it is. At least, waffles it was when this exact situation happened last week. As my kids watched me pull out the cocoa powder and [...] Continue Reading
Crispy Oven Roasted Chickpeas Recipe
So, you’re curled up on your couch with your favorite people, ready to watch a movie. In your lap is a warm dish of something yummy . . . what is that for you? Crisp and salty classics like popcorn or kale chips? Sweet and chewy options like brownies or these ooey gooey chocolate chip cookies? Personally, while I’m not one to turn away a sweet [...] Continue Reading
Watermelon Salad Recipe With Feta, Cucumber & Mint
Quick: What fruit is also a vegetable AND the unofficial MVP of summer? While eggplant is technically classified as a summer berry, I think we can all agree the answer is watermelon. Fresh, juicy watermelon has been a staple of summer picnics, potlucks and BBQs for generations, and it's totally delicious on its own. But if you’ve never tried [...] Continue Reading
Tucktec Folding Kayak Review
It’s no secret that spending time in nature carries many of the same benefits as meditation and exercise - reducing stress levels, lifting mood, enhancing mental clarity, supporting immune function and so much more, but you know what else? Couches are really comfy. My couch specifically, but probably yours, too. Years ago my family managed a [...] Continue Reading
Simple Balsamic Strawberries Recipe
You’re probably no stranger to peanut butter and jelly, caramel and chocolate, and other famous flavor combinations, but have you ever tasted the delicious goodness of strawberries and balsamic vinegar? Counterintuitive as it might seem, adding a splash vinegar infuses fig-like notes while highlighting the sweetness of fresh, sun ripened [...] Continue Reading
