When I read about the lunchbox challenge on Family Fresh Cooking, I decided it was the perfect way for me to tackle several concerns in my own life. Like everyone else, I often get caught up in the busy-ness of life.  Over...

Last weekend I watched one of my favorite movies, Chocolat.  Every time I watch that movie, I get the urge to bake something and this viewing was no exception.  I was moved to experiment with a flour-less chocolate cake....

It’s college football season and, for me, that means keeping lots of bourbon on hand.  There is just something about a bourbon and Coke that goes well with tailgating and watching a game with friends.  But this year,...

I started reading about the Green Monster Smoothie a couple months ago.  I noticed several of my ‘health nut’ friends were mentioning it.  I remember taking a quick peak at a photo of the smoothie online and...

Back in June, NPR ran the story, “A Spirited Celebration of America’s ‘Cocktail Culture’.”  Ever since then, I’ve been on the hunt for something I thought would never find.  I absolutely...

If you are one of the few that haven’t heard of Crack Pie by now, it is basically a twist on the classic chess pie.  This modern version has been made famous by the Momofuku Milk Bar in New York City and it’s...

When I was asked if I would cover the Wine Festival of Central Florida, I didn’t have to think too hard about it.  Sure, it’s no secret that I love to eat and drink and socialize.  But the best reason to attend...

I know it’s getting warmer during the days, but the nights are still nice and cool.  Its perfect Florida camping weather (sans mosquitos).  These evenings have me craving s’mores with a gourmet touch. This is...

2011 has kicked off as the year of craft beer in the foodie world.  With our very own Brewz CrewzCraft Beer Festival coming up this weekend, I decided I wanted to learn more about beer.  I’ll admit I know nothing...

Technology is changing our food culture faster than we realize.  Increasingly I incorporate technology into my daily interactions with food.  Every week I discover a new website or smart phone app that helps me find fresh...

I am obsessed with spices. I have had the opportunity to travel abroad several times and one of the most beautiful sites I’ve ever seen are the spice markets in Turkey. The displays are gorgeous and aromatic. I never...

When it comes to the organic and local food movements, I prefer to focus more on local.  Lately, I’ve been paying a lot of attention to how far food has to travel before I consume it.  Sometimes I will get lucky and find...

Over the past few weeks I’ve been reading a great deal about 2011 food trend predictions. There are many articles out there as well as videos. I read about food and food trends all the time…I find it all very...

I have been fortunate to meet Terisa Glover over at The General Store in downtown Lakeland. Terisa knows all kinds of trivia about Lakeland and its history. Whenever I stop by the store, Teresa shares a charming story...