Sprouted Herb Croutons

Whether you’re prepping for holiday guests or prepping salads for lunches, homemade croutons are so simple to make and add a nice extra touch to dishes. They also happen to be a really tasty snack! These Sprouted Hern Croutons are made with my FAVORITE bread, the Sprouted Sourdough by Alvarado Street Bakery. Try some ofContinueContinue reading “Sprouted Herb Croutons”

Blackberry Ricotta French Toast

I wouldn’t say I am a health nut by any means. I eat what I want when I want to, for the most part, paying attention to food quality and how it makes me feel. Luckily, I actually enjoy the taste of vegetables, fruit, and healthy grains, but I really miss bread. Or at leastContinueContinue reading “Blackberry Ricotta French Toast”

Chocolate Banana Zucchini Bread

It’s been a while since I’ve made any loaf style bread so when I realized National Zucchini Bread Day was upon us, I had to make some. But of course, I had to be extra about it and make Gluten Free, Vegan, Chocolate Banana Zucchini Bread. It’s a constant battle convincing people who never actuallyContinueContinue reading “Chocolate Banana Zucchini Bread”

North Coast Organic Apple Products

I’ve been working with North Coast Organic for a year now and I am so proud to help market such amazing, healthy, and honest products. North Coast Organic produces unfiltered organic apple juices, sauces, and apple cider vinegar. All of their products are Non-GMO, no sugar added, and made with only US grown apples. TheirContinueContinue reading “North Coast Organic Apple Products”

Cook’s Pantry – A New Line of Vegetables, Fruit Spreads, Sauces, and Condiments – Targets Evolving Food Trends.

Ventura, CA – November 30th, 2017- Katalina Holding Company has launched its newest line of shelf-stable vegetables, fruit spreads, sauces, and condiments: Cook’s Pantry. https://youtu.be/FCTeTqrDmGM Cook’s Pantry products are made with simple ingredients and made in small batches, harvested by farmers from all over the world.  Included in the line are products like whole grainContinueContinue reading “Cook’s Pantry – A New Line of Vegetables, Fruit Spreads, Sauces, and Condiments – Targets Evolving Food Trends.”

Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Apple Strawberry Muffins

I think it’s finally safe to say that I can bake now. I used to really suck at it because I hate following directions and I like improvising, which isn’t really allowed in baking. I think I’ve finally learned when I can and cannot improvise and have since had several successful baking experiences. I gotContinueContinue reading “Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Apple Strawberry Muffins”

Meatless Gluten-Free Homemade Ramen

I was inspired to make ramen after a late afternoon craving that I wasn’t able to satisfy. There’s a really popular Ramen House near me that I can never get into. It’s always at least an hour wait when I get there and I’m usually too hungry to wait. The next day I was feelingContinueContinue reading “Meatless Gluten-Free Homemade Ramen”

Sunbasket Meal Delivery is the GREATEST!

We finally caved and decided to jump on the meal delivery train and we’re so glad we did. This week’s meals have been awesome. I actually noticed that I felt stress-free at the end of the day, knowing that dinner was already decided and in the fridge. I have developed this really bad pattern whereContinueContinue reading “Sunbasket Meal Delivery is the GREATEST!”

Amanda Freitag at CIA Copia | Napa Valley

On Tuesday, September 22nd, The Culinary Institute of America at Copia, in Napa, CA, christened their kitchen demo theater with a demo and book signing with Amanda Freitag. I was fortunate to score an invite, meet Amanda and take some behind the scenes photos. It took all my self-control not to completely fan out! I thinkContinueContinue reading “Amanda Freitag at CIA Copia | Napa Valley”