Welcome to the weekend, my friends! We’re enjoying the weather so much here in Ohio, nothing beats a chilly morning and a sunshine-filled afternoon. I’ll happily take it for as long as it lasts. ON THE BLOGS THIS WEEK: I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve gone out for lunch just because I … Read more
Coming up with inspired lunch ideas takes some effort. One of the things I’ve been trying to be better about is lunches on-the-go. Often times, let’s be honest, it’s re-marketing leftovers. Too often, if we’re not going to be home for the day, we just wing it. And I’m nearly always sorry we didn’t make … Read more
If you’re looking for a simple apple salad, you’re in the right place. There’s a reasonable chance that you have the ingredients needed to make it sprinkled around your kitchen – on counter tops, or in the crisper. And if not, there are lots of ways to make substitutes. It’s hearty and substantial, colorful and … Read more
We’re in the middle of the seasonal shift to fall in Sacramento, and I’m desperately savoring every last bit of summer produce. When the colder months hit, I know I’ll be craving sweet berries, juicy peaches, and perfectly ripe tomatoes. In my effort to preserve the flavors of summer, I’ve been roasting batches of strawberries … Read more
Traditional pasta recipes normally incorporate cheese and other dairy products, but if you’re vegan that’s just not going to work. Instead of giving up this delicious and frequently easy dish, I’m happy to share 50 easy vegan pasta recipes where you can have a plant based meal without sacrificing any flavor. Dry pasta is naturally … Read more
Ronkonkoma, NY, February 13, 2025 – VAI, a leading ERP software developer and The Brydens Group, have partnered to implement VAI’s S2K Food ERP solution at CPJ St. Lucia (CPJSLU), one its newest members, which is a subsidiary of Caribbean Producers Jamaica Limited. The S2K Food implementation will increase operational effectiveness, helping the company to … Read more
This Pistachio Pear and Brie Stuffed Sourdough is one of those recipes that disappears in minutes — because honestly, who can resist warm, melty brie, sweet pear preserves, and crunchy pistachios all baked inside a crusty loaf of sourdough? Why We Love This Amazing Pistachio Pear and Brie Stuffed Sourdough Oh my goodness… this fantastic stuffed … Read more
On average women use about 19 bodycare products a day that contain an estimated 500+ different chemicals. In college my bathroom was filled with dozens of hair products, skin products and makeup containers with hundreds of ingredients. These shea butter lotion sticks though have just 5. I’ll admit that I’m a skin care product addict. … Read more
A room full of rowdy kids can feel a bit terrifying at the best of times, but if you’re laying on a birthday feast for them too, things can get really stressful. Fear not. With some planning, you can put on a homemade feast to keep little ones happy for hours, with child-approved treats like … Read more
This page will be updated as new information becomes available. Last update: 10.24.20 The novel Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has created a global pandemic with its syndrome, COVID-19. The number of people affected by COVID-19 continues to increase worldwide, and information about risk factors for severe COVID-19 and mortality is emerging almost … Read more