Hofsas House Hotel and Carmel-by-the-Sea
On the few road trips we have taken up and down scenic Highway 1 along the coast of California, I have had a longing to stay in the picturesque hamlet…
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Vegan Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Vegan Roasted Butternut Squash Soup is one of my go-to fall recipes using butternut squash, potatoes, a simple mirepoix, and vegetable stock. I like to add a small amount of…
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My 10 Favorite Outdoor Dining Patios In Phoenix
It is that time of year again when we Phoenicians can revel in the joy of dining and cocktailing outdoors, which has become a preferable way of gathering with friends…
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New About Town: The Mick, Francine, Stratta Kitchen, Lylo and Postino South Tempe
Temps are finally dipping below 100 in the valley, more people are venturing out while abiding by current COVID protocols, and restaurants are seeing a much-needed uptick in business. In…
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Chicken Enchilada Pasta Bake
I have collaborated with Banza chickpea pasta in their #morethanmarinara campaign to create a simple, family-friendly, and nutritious Chicken Enchilada Pasta Bake. I wanted to mix our family’s love of…
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Santa Barbara Guide: Where to Sip, Savor and Sleep
My husband introduced me to Santa Barbara over 25 years ago as a place he loved as a child, frequenting on summer vacations, and later as a teenager, attending high…
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Annie’s Macaroni and Cheese Arancini Recipe
I have the pleasure of partnering once again with Annie’s Homegrown, The Feedfeed and Natural Grocers to bring you Arancini Macaroni and Cheese made with Annie’s Organic Macaroni & Cheese…
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Rosewood Miramar Beach Hotel
The Rosewood Miramar Beach Hotel opened its doors in spring of 2019 to much fanfare in the Central California enclave of Montecito, a few miles south of Santa Barbara. Originally…
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Peach Ice Cream Squares
While the image of eating ice cold watermelon is often identified with hot summer days, I find what I long for in the summer are stone fruit such as nectarines,…
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Social Distancing Vacation in Moab
NOTE BEFORE READING THIS POST: With COVID-19 cases still rising dramatically in several states, I urge y’all to consider what is best for you and your family. While we felt…
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