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I’m currently loving these recipes and treats from around the web — tried-and-true favorites and inspiring new finds. Here are some of my top picks:

Avocado toast with cilantro lime cashew cream — a favorite for bright, creamy flavor.
Iced coconut matchaccino — creamy, cool, and refreshing.
Caramelized pork tacos — savory and addictive.
Heirloom tomato suncheese toasts — simple and delicious.
Dark chocolate cocoa nib caramels — creative and indulgent.
Grilled pineapple and coconut guacamole — unexpectedly amazing.
Breakfast in a jar — wholesome and convenient.
Mini zucchini cake with basil lime cream cheese frosting — unique and delightful.

Hello summer Friday! xo EATING My bircher muesli is a favorite breakfast that works well as the seasons shift. I’m still making my tomato galette on repeat, and these cherry cheesecake cobbler bars are a must for dessert. DRINKING I’ve been enjoying margarita floats lately, and watermelon palomas are perfect for warm afternoons. MAKING We’ve … Read more

Grilled Feta with Chimichurri and Pistachio Crumble

Grilled feta is a perfect summer appetizer: quick to prepare, finished with a bright chimichurri and a scattering of buttery pistachios. Serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh bread for an easy, flavorful bite. Snacks, snacks, snacks! I’m always hunting for simple, delicious snacks—whether it’s for a family weekend, a cozy date night at home, or … Read more

Cabernet Chocolate Truffles Recipe: Rich Wine-Infused Desserts

Today I’m admitting that I’m a little odd — and proud of it. Truthfully, given a choice for a gift, I’d usually pick food over jewelry. Yes, really. Most of the time I’d choose chocolate. It’s not that I don’t like jewelry — I do, but I’m picky in a strange way. I gravitate toward … Read more

Silky Ginger Sweet Potato Soup Recipe for Cozy Comfort

Hugs all around! Silky sweet potato soup is exactly the kind of comforting bowl I want on a chilly Monday — warm, smooth, and satisfying without feeling heavy. This version is bright with fresh ginger and enriched with coconut milk, and it happens to be naturally vegan. Let’s walk through why it’s so good. The … Read more

Crispy Feta Fries Drizzled with Spicy Honey

These hot honey feta fries are a crowd-pleasing snack or side: crispy, crunchy fries piled with crumbled feta, drizzled with hot honey, and finished with bright fresh herbs. This snack is calling your name! Crunchy, thin fries get a boost from salty, creamy feta, a spicy-sweet honey drizzle, and a shower of herbs. This combination … Read more

Goodbye Google Reader: What Replacing It Looks Like

If you’re not a blogger or an avid blog reader, you might not know about Google Reader or that it was shut down today. Google Reader acted as an organizer for all the website feeds you added, and I’m genuinely sad to see it go. It saved me back in 2009 when I started blogging and still had to wake up every morning for a job I hated. Google Reader was always open on my computer and I kept hundreds of blogs in it—literally hundreds.

Many of you subscribe to this site via the now-defunct Reader, so I don’t want you to miss out on my oversharing and immature ramblings. I’m switching to Feedly. I won’t pretend I’ve rigorously tested it for weeks—I tend to procrastinate—but I did import my Google Reader subscriptions last week (it only took one click) and I’ve been pleased with Feedly since. I also installed the app on my phone and it’s the best RSS app I’ve used so far.

Another option is Bloglovin’, which I haven’t personally explored. What are you using to follow your favorite blogs? How do you keep up with posts you care about? And more importantly—are you craving a donut right now?

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We love these hot honey chipotle chicken tacos. The chicken balances sweet, smoky and spicy flavors, served on warm tortillas and finished with a bright avocado salsa — the result is irresistible. There’s always time for tacos! These tacos make it onto our weekly rotation at least once a month. The chicken can be prepared … Read more

Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Pasta Chopped Salad

This pasta chopped salad is a fresh spring favorite: tender asparagus, creamy Havarti, microgreens and herbs tossed in a bright sun‑dried tomato vinaigrette. Simple to make and full of flavor. Make it now and enjoy it for the next few weeks. This chopped pasta salad highlights spring produce and small pasta shapes for a fun, … Read more

How to Make Homemade Roasted Garlic Oil for Cooking & Dressings

This is sort of a follow-up to my recent whipped feta post. Time is flying — I blinked and two weeks went by. Before I know it I’ll be doing all the little domestic things I never thought I would, but for now I’m happily distracted by simple kitchen projects. Making flavored oil is one … Read more