Have you ever heard another parent say something so simple but so powerful that you knew you’d hide it away in your heart forever? My friend Jessica was talking about being a mother to boys and the sweet love...
My youngest will be turning 1 year old in April and somehow I still have a basket full of store-bought puréed baby food sitting in my pantry. We took our time introducing foods due to some food allergy concerns...
All of these meals below are easy ingredient meals that you can keep on-hand in case you just don't have time to shop and prepare a more complicated meal. Also all of these items are found at Trader Joe's...
In addition to the specials we shared earlier, here are a few more places in the valley to celebrate National Margarita day! Grab a friend and take advantage of these salty deals.
Thirsty Lion Gastropub
Celebrate National Margarita Day at Thirsty...
Tangy lime, sweet strawberry, cooling cucumber – however you shake it up we all love a good margarita! National Margartia Day on Feb. 22 is a great time to raise a glass and several local Valley restaurants are offering...
If your kids are similar to mine, their two favorite types of chicken are either the dinosaur chicken nuggets that you buy in the frozen section at your favorite grocery store, or Chick-fil-A nuggets. I have tried offering several...
Introducing “Get Out the Mad” Cookies, inspired by the PBS KIDS show, DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD!
Baking these cookies with children not only hones math skills, but also encourages conversations around an array of emotions, which helps social emotional skill development. In order to make...
It’s 4:30pm and they start asking the question. “What’s for dinner?”
Are you like me and simply dread the question because you just do not have an answer? Or I did the meal planning calendar for the week but now...
Last week I channeled Ina Garten and made a perfect summer dessert: blackberry crostata. We had just visited Mortimer Farms and brought home some delicious sweet blackberries & strawberries.
This super easy and delicious free form Italian pie just screams...
Summer time cooking in Phoenix is tricky. It's hot, like really hot, and the idea of even turning on the oven literally makes me want to just eat cold cereal until September. Lately, I have gotten really into cooking...
It seems like food has always had a negative effect on my body. From a young age I remember telling my parents that hot dogs gave me headaches. My family chalked it up to me being dramatic. That is...
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the good ol’ USA! Check out these simple and fun patriotic treats that both you and your preschooler will enjoy making—and eating!
1. Red, White, and...
With summer now in mostly full swing, it creates the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends and family. When you have little kids, it can be so easy to get caught up in the hoopla of everyday life:...
Have you visited the The Herb Box recently? They have some great new summer menu items that you are going to want to try. The Herb Box is one of our favorite Arizona restaurants. The house made sweet potato...
I recently went on a girls’ weekend getaway with two of my best friends from college. We are all moms now and were in desperate need of some good gab and chill time together, kid free.
The second night of...
Picky Eaters. We all have little ones that are picky to some degree. Here are some quick tips that have worked for me in getting my kiddos to eat.
Play with Your Food
Even though we don't encourage it on the...
Lunch at Pei Wei!
Last week, the family went to lunch at Pei Wei on Indian School and 44th to checkout the brand new store redesign that just re-opened. We loved it. The kids picked out fried rice, orange chicken...
It’s that time of year for those favorite family recipes!
It seams like this is the time of year when everyone finds themselves in the kitchen a little more whether it’s prepping those wonderful holiday dishes or baking some delicious...
With cold (ish) weather upon us, my taste bud all of a sudden go from wanting all the lightly dressed vegetables to all the warm comforting soups and stews. Chili is a staple in my household when the weather...
Are visions of Thanksgiving preparations dancing through your head already? We love gathering with family and friends to celebrate and reflect this time of year. If you are still on the hunt for the perfect recipe or activities for...
Like most households, mornings are busy for us. We are rushing to get the kids fed and ready for their designated locations for the day—school, daycare, playdate, etc. Mornings that are filled with debates over who is wearing what...
We have compiled a comprehensive list of the Best Fireworks in Phoenix and surrounding areas for the 4th of July. There are endless options and activities for your family to enjoy!
Tuesday, July 3rd
Anthem's Independence Day Celebration *FREE*
The event will...
It’s almost here! Mother’s Day is our annual culmination of sleep deprivation, self-sacrifice and a whole lotta love. And really, what better way to celebrate us, and the super bowl of motherhood, than a Sunday brunch? Well, maybe brunch...
I don’t know about you but brunch may be my most favorite meal. I just love breakfast foods! And if I can get a second breakfast and no lunch (lunch is my least favorite meal) in a day it...
Have you ever blended your morning juice or smoothie only to find it’s turned brown on you before you’ve had a chance to finish?
SANS is here to help!
SANS is an innovative solution to preserving smoothies, shakes, juices and...
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Out of Town Guests? Here are Six Spots to Bring Them!
As more and more people realize how much Phoenix has to offer, odds are good you'll eventually be hosting or at least meeting up...
