Eat + Recipes

Fifty percent of the time my gratitude list includes "I'm grateful for coffee," or some variation of that declaration. Like many of you, it's my lifeline. Sure, the extra caffeine jolt helps me feel like a real human being,...

Every year on the 5th of May, tacos and salsa take over the country. Cinco de Mayo, the day we celebrate the Mexican holiday commemorating the country's victory at The Battle of Puebla, is also the day for really...

I don't know about you, but I LOVE Asian cuisine! It is one of my favorite types of food to eat. And, fortunately, here in Columbia, we have some fabulous Asian restaurants. Today, I'm going to share with you...

One of the things that I love about Columbia is the variety of local restaurants to try. Each has its own charm, theme, and personality. And while I would love to be a food blogger, I think this is...

I stumbled upon Blue Flour Bakery in Irmo by accident, and I’m so glad I did! What started as a stop on a whim for a coffee turned into a weekly favorite for my boys and me! I may...

I was born and raised in Western NY, and am as Italian as they come. In Rochester, where I grew up, there is a HUGE Italian community. There are plenty of Italian specialty stores, bakeries, and delis. There's even...

My friend's mom, Faye Howard Frost, who was like a second mom to me, loved for me to make her soup and cornbread. Any time her daughter Tiffany would attempt to make it, Faye would call me and say,...

One of my family’s favorite traditions is baking cookies! There's something so special about enjoying warm, freshly baked treats with your loved ones. It can get a bit tricky having kids in the kitchen, but I'm delighted to share a...

If you are looking for a locally-owned place to grab some delicious food and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere then check out Granby Grill! Granby Grill offers a wide selection of beers, burgers, and really good fried foods. So ... full disclosure,...

This past weekend, my kids and I planned some fun Halloween activities since October suddenly showed up! How is this month flying by already? I wanted to do something different than our usual pumpkin patch and pumpkin carving (to be...

Whether you’re short on time or just feeling kind of lazy, but want to do something special for your kiddos for Halloween, I have a few easy Halloween snack recipes to share with you. These cute ideas are guaranteed...

When no one can pick a place to eat, I have the perfect place for (almost) everyone! BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse. My first time eating at BJ's was in Houston, Texas, long before the restaurant made it's way to Columbia....

School has started and I don’t know about you, but this mom needs a happy hour! Well, let’s be real, regardless of the time of year, I need one! One of my preferred places to go for happy hour or...

When our children are small we are told that they will go through multiple stages of food regression. Why wasn’t I warned this would happen again to an older child? Or is it just my kid? I thought that as...