Mussels with Fennel, Garlic, and Tomatoes
Flavorful broth-y mussels with spaghetti is a delicious family dinner. Friday afternoon the girls and I met some of our friends for a...
Lunchbox Packing Essentials & Tips
Monday is the first day of school for most kids here in California. My 4-year-old is starting her last year of preschool, and my...
Peanut Butter and Jam Surprise Oat Scones
Are you getting ready for the kids to go back to school? I know some have already started. This year I’m going to have...
Fresh Tomato Basil Marinara Sauce Recipe
I refuse to believe it is back-to-school time already. Though back-to-school doesn’t mean much when your kids aren’t in school yet, the feeling is...
Backyard Summer Dinner Party + $100 Giveaway to Layla Grayce
I know we started with dessert (if you missed the peach layer cake see it here), but I wanted to share the rest of...
Roasted Cherry Tomato Capellini Two Ways
Perfectly sweet and juicy roasted cherry or grape tomatoes make the most delicious and easy “sauce” for spaghetti or capellini. My funny girls are...
Vegetarian Taco Salad
This big beautiful taco salad makes a delicious and nutritious lunch or dinner. Loaded with fresh vegetables, beans, and tempeh, it’s got plenty of...
Amaretto Soaked Peach Layer Cake
Update: See the rest of the party recipes + enter to win a $100 gift card to Layla Grayce here! Last week Holley, Ronda,...
Heirloom Tomato and Greens Lasagna
Lasagna is one of my favorite dishes to make – it can be made early in the day so there’s no last-minute scrambling at...
Two No-Sauce Summer Pizza Recipes
These two light and fresh sauceless pizza recipes are going to be your favorites all summer long! Summer has finally arrived in Santa Barbara....
How to Make Acai Bowls
How to make acai bowls at home. Skip the smoothie shop and try this easy recipe instead! A few years ago my friend...
S’mores Pie with Strawberries and Almonds
There’s nothing that says “summer” more than s’mores. But there isn’t always a campfire nearby, so until I have a cozy backyard fire...
