Today I'm at Make It Better magazine where you can find me discussing "Good Reasons to Get Sweet on Honey." Here are some fascinating facts about honey, the golden liquid. 1. Honey can be healthy! Soybean honey from Illinois is unusually high in antioxidants, according to Dr. … [Read more...]
Happy National Lemonade Day: lemonade facts and recipes
Today, August 20th, is National Lemonade Day! Lemonade is a wonderful summer drink that refreshes in a way nothing else can. It has been a favorite for centuries and lemonade stands are now synonymous with childhood in American culture. But how much do you know about the sweet … [Read more...]
Key lime cupcakes made simple
I'm a fan of key lime anything, and while I enjoy it all year round, it most reminds me of summer. It's finally getting warm here (just in time for school!) and I wanted to find a way to enjoy some key lime deliciousness but without investing a lot of time. From there, these easy … [Read more...]
25 S’mores recipes: a round up for National S’mores Day
National S'mores Day is August 10th. The combination of marshmallow, chocolate and graham crackers is a summer taste treat. It's amazing how many smiles and happy memories come from just three simple ingredients. The first official s'mores recipe was published in the Girl Scout … [Read more...]
This blood orange olive oil cake recipe is simple and delicious
I was a bit skeptical at the idea of Blood Orange Extra Virgin Olive Oil. That was really dumb of me, because this stuff is delicious. Like, nectar of the gods good. The smell alone is fabulous, but the taste - wowsers. (And yes, "wowsers" is a technical term.) In my town, … [Read more...]