Happy Saturday! I’m so glad March is here — I’m already counting down to when we turn the clocks forward and get a little more sunshine each day. I just got back from Dallas after a wonderful party celebrating The Pretty Dish. It was such a fun trip and I adored Dallas, even if it … Read more

Please update your Google Reader: http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp   Enter the American Spoon GIVEAWAY!   Longest. Week. Ever. Did you feel the same, or was it just me?   My breakfasts got more interesting as the week went on, so I wanted to share the highlights.   Simple, everyday oats: Ingredients: oats organic skim milk banana cinnamon … Read more

It’s a Monday meal! We all have those Monday dinners, right? After a weekend of indulgence, Monday often calls for something simple, lighter and a bit more sensible. Salads with grilled chicken are the usual fallback, but sometimes you want a meal that feels fresh, satisfying and — yes — a little exciting without turning … Read more

This edition of “Currently Crushing On” is a little different. Earlier this week two of my closest friends, Ashley and Bev, surprised me with an over-the-top virtual baby shower. They even gave it a theme — “Trashed Up Food” — which, honestly, could not be more perfect. The spread was ridiculous in the best way, … Read more

It’s the first official day of summer and it falls on a Friday—perfect timing. The weekend ahead feels like the true start of summer: patio time, rosé, grilling, and slow, lazy moments with family. After so much rain this month, we haven’t had a single pool day, so I’m savoring the idea of an uninterrupted … Read more

This pistachio pear puff pastry makes a wonderful holiday snack or appetizer. Layers of nutty Gruyère melt into flaky puff pastry, finished with a drizzle of hot honey for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. It’s officially snack season — and this puff pastry is an easy, elegant option for entertaining or a cozy … Read more

Happy weekend! On the blog this week I shared an irresistible hot crab dip served with Old Bay crostini. I also posted a bright pesto, peach and prosciutto pizza and a refreshing blueberry lavender vodka soda. There’s a new Summer Fridays entry as well, full of easy ideas to enjoy the season. I rounded up … Read more

[This post is brought to you by Pernod Classic – I’m collaborating with them to share a few recipes this summer using their flavorful liqueur. This is the final recipe in a series of three — thank you for reading! xoxo] I have a small confession to make. Until very recently, I didn’t consider myself … Read more

Sometimes life is confusing. You know. Do blueberries taste good in mojitos? Wait, really… did I buy these skinny jeans? Do people actually drink wine after squishing grapes with their toes? Seriously? What’s going to happen to Vincent Chase come September? Do I want a cookie or a cupcake? What was I thinking when I … Read more