Don’t Allow Your Body to Become a “Waist Basket” This Picnic Season

This weekend a few friends and I are headed to Kent Falls State Park to picnic and hike the falls as a pre-Fourth of July celebration. It is easy for picnic food to become un-healthy, so I wanted to make sure I made something that was pleasing to the palate while staying nutritious. Tonight, while … Continue reading

Turkey Burgers with a Twist

I know posting twice in one weekend might seem a bit excessive, but tonight’s dinner was absolutely blog-worthy. After a fun afternoon at the Travelers Championship, it was a perfect summer evening for a turkey burger, but I didn’t want the hefty serving of carbs that come along with consuming two slices of bread or … Continue reading

Fun in the Sun

Yesterday, Anna and I were headed to the beach. I wanted to make a refreshing, liquid concoction for everyone to enjoy while burying their toes in the sand. Between kayaking, managing bathing suit liability in the water and fighting to stay on the “fun island” float without being pushed off, it’s easy to become parched. … Continue reading

Summer Saturday’s: The Sweeter Side of Life

On Saturday, my friend Jen and I decided to take advantage of a beautiful morning and go berry picking at Rose’s Berry Farm in South Glastonbury, CT. Between the morning sunshine, spending quality time with a good friend and going home with fresh Raspberries & Strawberries, it was a fabulous way to start the day. … Continue reading

My Very First Post : Tips & Tricks

Hi everyone! I don’t have any photos uploaded to start posting recipes, but I just couldn’t wait any longer to make my very first post, so I figured I would use my first post to share some tips about healthy eating and cooking. #1: Invest in an Aloe plant – the sap from Aloe has … Continue reading