For years now I’ve wanted to host a Galentine’s dinner. We would wear red or pink, leave the men and littles at home for a couple of hours and converse over love-themed, botanical cocktails. This year I decided to go for it, partly because I found this restaurant in Old Fort Mill, Southern Sugar, whose ambiance has such feminine charm it made thee perfect spot for a Galentine’s gathering to celebrate friendships. Last Friday night 18 of us got together…
Dairy Free Skinny Mounds Bar Ice Cream
Skinny Mounda Bar Ice Cream: There is no better treat than ice cream or frozen yogurt during the summer months. But these treats often contain tons of sugar and artificial ingredients. Here is an alternative that is free of fake junk, dairy free, gluten free, paleo and tastes like a Mounds bar! And it is so simple to make! I like to keep a bowl of this in my freezer covered with aluminum foil. If I’m having a chocolate craving…
Make a Healthy Gazpacho
Make a healthy Gazpacho. There is no better warm weather soup than gazpacho because of its light taste and refreshing, cool temperature. Plus the tomato-based, veggie filled soup is a perfect addition to your healthy summer dinners. My favorite gazpacho is from Kruse & Muer, a Detroit based restaurant, and I want to share their delicious recipe with you. This recipe is adapted from Epicurious.com. It is easy to shop for this soup since you can get the majority of your…
A Fit Girl’s Guide to Staying Healthy At An All-Inclusive Resort
I just returned from a vacation at an all-inclusive resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 45 minutes outside of Cancun. We were with Geoff’s family celebrating our yearly reunion and our matriarch, Jane Owen’s, 89th birthday. Aside from the gorgeous blue water, white sand, tropical vegetation and heat, one thing really stood out…the endless amount of delicious food and alcohol. There were over 9 restaurants on the resort with 4 of them being all-you-can-eat buffets. One was almost always open…
Red, White and Blueberry Cheesecake Dip
So I had to share this recipe with you after testing it out on my boys and husband yesterday. DEVOURED. If you are looking for a delicious red, white and blue appetizer for your upcoming Memorial Day party please keep this dreamy cheesecake dip in mind. The cheesecake whip is fluffy, creamy and a bit addictive. Plus it’s easy and looks beautiful. Serve with graham crackers, vanilla wafers or graham dippers. I also offer ingredient alternatives to lighten the dip recipe…
11 Delicious White Wines for Summer (All Under $20)
I don’t know if it’s because I live in the south, but I adore porches. I sit outside on mine every chance I get and gauge the attractiveness of houses I drive past largely by the design and “livability” of their porch space. Is this a common feeling? I already know I will be that 90-year-old woman (good Lord willing) who rocks in her rocker and knows all the neighborhood gossip because she’s on her stoop all day. And to…
