Are you looking for a quick and healthy side dish or appetizer? You have come to the right place! You should have most of these ingredients on hand already in your pantry. Luckily the hummus comes together in the time it takes for the “fries” to bake in the oven […]
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Raspberry Lemon Cupcakes
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and no matter who you are celebrating with, this treat will make anyone’s day extra sweet! A hint of tart lemon filling balances out the sugary frosting on top of these indulgent cupcakes. The raspberry flavor in the frosting starts off with steeped […]
Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowl
This week we’re presenting a super colorful, protein rich quinoa bowl that is brimming with nutritious roasted veggies and spicy garbanzo beans. The mild yet salty feta on top helps to bring the whole bowl together. Should you decide to omit the feta cheese, this dish easily goes from vegetarian […]
Farina and Fruit Breakfast Bowl
This creamy and healthy farina and almond butter breakfast bowl will certainly fill you up and is a perfect way to start your day on a chilly winter morning. Are you looking for a breakfast bowl that is dairy free? We used almond milk rather than dairy milk to prepare […]
Citrusy Dill Salmon
Salmon takes center stage in this healthy and nutrient packed recipe and is perfect for your next weeknight dinner. Baked salmon is rich in protein, omega-3s, and high in B vitamins! Did we mention this dish is easy to make and from prep time to table is only 45 minutes? […]
Open Faced Genoa Salami and Provolone Sandwiches
These open faced sandwiches start with an amazing slice of freshly baked Roasted Garlic and Herb Focaccia bread purchased from Sift. This bakery was referenced in our most recent travel blog to Mystic, CT. The focaccia bread makes for an excellent quality sandwich due to its wonderful soft and chewy […]
Hearts of Palm and White Bean Hummus with Roasted Rainbow Carrots
Take a peak at this delicious appetizer creation which happens to be a wonderful addition to your New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day party! The roasted carrots and homemade creamy hummus are rich in flavor and pair well together. Serve it also alongside warmed pita, ciabatta or French baguette […]
Holiday Appetizer – Shrimp with Coconut Thai Dipping Sauce
This week we’re back in Mystic again with a recipe featuring the delicious Coconut and Thai Blend from The Spice and Tea Exchange. Containing coconut flakes, garlic, ginger, and lemongrass, this blend lends itself perfectly to being incorporated into a creamy dipping sauce. Pairing the dip with coconut encrusted shrimp, this […]
Roast Beef on Multigrain with a smear of Habanero Raspberry Jam
Food and Travel – Special Blog Post Our travel blog takes you to the quaint coastal town of Mystic, CT, home of Sift Bake Shop, Extra Virgin Oil Store , Sticky Situations, The Spice and Tea Exchange, The Kitch, and many more! Sift Bake Shop, spearheaded by Adam Young, winner of […]
Stuffed Acorn Squash
These stuffed acorn squash were so much more filling than we expected! You could definitely serve this as lunch alongside some minestrone soup and be completely stuffed and satisfied. We originally made these as a side dish to salmon and green beans. It’s a quick dish to put together. You simply have […]