This month marks 10 years since I moved to Charlotte. I love it here more and more with each passing year. I am always exploring what is new, continuing my patronage at my favorite places, and really, expansion of all kinds has taken place over the last decade. I try not to think of the [...]

If you’ve been to Trader Joe’s lately, you have seen that they are all about everything pumpkin under the sun! Incorporating the above 3 ingredients, I made the most amazing pumpkinlicious treat. Modifying a recipe I found, I created these moist, fluffy, decadent, but healthier homemade cupcakes. I omitted the chocolate chips, cut the sugar in [...]

I have been receiving so many request for cauliflower rice and finally have the recipe to share with you! I paired it with one of my favorite Mexican dishes, chile rellenos. Chile rellenos are stuffed poblano peppers that are normally dipped in a batter and deep fried before getting smothered in a zesty sauce. This [...]