File this under my current obsessions. Perfect single-serving margaritas with plenty of salt. Creating an extra-smoky aqua eye with a splurge brush and MAC’s Talent Pool. Surviving for a week on toast, cheese, chocolate, avocado and butter-sauteed mushrooms while embracing single life. Reality TV gossip: Real World — what a trainwreck. I don’t watch it, … Read more

I still can’t believe this came out of my kitchen. I think I might be turning into a pie person. That feels monumental. Technically this is a galette, not a traditional pie. But it uses a real pie-style crust — and honestly that’s the part I both love and fear most about pies. Sometimes the … Read more

Happy 4th of July! Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with friends, family, and plenty of red, white, and blue treats. Whether you’re grilling, picnicking, or relaxing at home, take time to celebrate safely and enjoy the festive flavors of the season. From classic barbecue favorites to simple patriotic desserts, there are plenty of easy … Read more

Our favorite citrus Brussels sprouts salad is packed with creamy avocado, sweet orange and bright pomegranate for a fresh, flavorful side dish. It’s simply delicious. Crunchy, bright and full of flavor — sweet, tart and visually stunning on the table. Everything you want in a salad This makes a lovely Thanksgiving side if you want … Read more

Smoky grilled peaches topped with creamy burrata and a bright minty pistachio-herb vinaigrette — perfect as a salad, appetizer, alongside barbecue, or even as a slightly savory summer dessert. It’s a new week and the peaches are ready for the grill. Grilled peaches with burrata and an herb-forward dressing have become one of my favorite … Read more

Happy New Year! I’m excited to kick off the season with the first “crushing on” roundup — I found so many wonderful things online this week and can’t wait to share them. On the blog this week I published my annual list of healthier dinner ideas, featuring more than 250 meal suggestions that translate into … Read more

Can you keep a secret? Last night I attacked a class that was part karate, part pilates, part bootcamp — basically an all-over body meltdown. I know what you’re picturing: red-faced, sweaty, and barely standing. That was me. But that’s not the secret. All I could think about during the workout was cheese. Cheese on … Read more

Hand me a big, cold glass of summer. I used to avoid gin because it reminded me of a Christmas tree and harsh cleaning products. These days, though, I’ve discovered it can be bright, floral and perfectly suited to fruity drinks. This strawberry gin slushie is proof: it’s not piney at all. Instead, it’s sweet, … Read more

I can’t get enough of roasted fruit lately — it’s become an obsession. And salads. I’m making them constantly. I won’t pretend I don’t complain — I do — but salads like this one are so satisfying, especially when they’re lighter and don’t rely on cheese or chips. Well, cheese and chips are welcome on … Read more

Hey hey hey! Happy weekend — how are you? I hope you’re filled with energy and lots of exclamation points. We had a busy week but are doing great. This weekend we’re headed to my sister-in-law’s baby shower, and honestly we’re counting down the days until next Friday when the new Cars 3 movie comes … Read more