My husband says to me while in the crowded mall food court,”Want a Yule Flip Blizzard?” To which I say, “No.” And then he and my son explain to me that it’s a Blizzard, that tastiest of shake/ice-cream hybrids, with peppermint chips and chocolate in it.
I wasn’t convinced yet, because I was picturing big hunks [...]

I have never been a fan of frozen pizza. Ever! Until I tried California Pizza Kitchen’s version and I was blown away. I was so impressed that I went back to the grocery store and purchased a few other flavors to have on hand. Bye-bye restaurant delivery, hello CPK in my freezer.
Baked according to the [...]

You know it’s a good day when the UPS man brings you a bag of unexpected chocolate. Ferrero Rocher Rondnoir is a two bite bit of chocolaty heaven. It’s different from the standard candy with milk chocolate and a hazelnut center. This is dark chocolate with more dark chocolate and a dark chocolate center. [...]

Welcome to our newest addition - Must Have Monday’s. Find out what we use in our homes and our lives.
Every Monday we’ll tell you about the things we can’t live without. If you have a “must have” item to pass along please e-mail us. We welcome contributions from our readers.

I am addicted to Sugar in [...]

Welcome to our newest addition - Must Have Monday’s. Find out what we use in our homes and our lives.
Every Monday we’ll tell you about the things we can’t live without. If you have a “must have” item to pass along please e-mail us. We welcome contributions from our readers.

As a dedicated “vinegar, baking soda [...]

I was amazed when I saw the newest flavor of pop tarts Kellogg’s had created. Their newest holiday treat is Gingerbread Pop-Tarts available only for a limited time (probably through the holidays). I’m hoping it is a once time performance.
Pop-Tarts have come a long way since they were first introduced. I can recall when we [...]

It isn’t a secret with my family and friends that I do not cook. I wish I had inherited the skills and desire of my grandmother, mother and aunt, but I didn’t. It’s just not my cup of tea.
My husband actually prefers it that I don’t cook. After we got married I made a meatloaf [...]

When I was at the Publix the other day, they had a product I’d never noticed before on sale buy one get one free. QUAKER OATMEAL TO GO. I’m not a big fan of the breakfast bar as a food source. They tend to be high fat or high calories, it’s [...]

I feel like I owe the fast-food God some praise.
As with most households, we will occasionally partake in quick drive-thru meals. In the past we’ve tried to cut back on these trips in the financial category and the calorie area. Subway has always offered the low fat sandwich option, but the issue is that our [...]

Have you heard of FruitaBü yet? Omigosh! I’m in mom heaven with these things.
Basically, they’re organic “smoooshed” fruit and come in a variety of flavors like strawberry, grape, apple, apricot and raspberry, in addition to some kid-friendly forms like twirls (roll-ups), flats (fruit leather) and in a liquidy, slurpable form called “sploooshers”.
My kids LOVE this [...]

I recently took advantage of an offer from Dale & Thomas Popcorn Company to try two free bags of their gourmet goodness. They twisted my arm.
Maybe you have seen the commercials, but if not go here and get your free bags by paying only shipping (which is around $5).
Personally, I am not a big popcorn [...]

At Safeway a few weeks ago, I stumbled upon a new household addiction - Organic Yellow Corn Tostitos from Frito Lay.
These delicious little wonders have just the perfect amount of salt - not too much but there’s some in every bite. The whole family loves these chips - they’re awesome in taco salad, baked [...]

In this day of natural, organic food I am constantly trying to find snacks that aren’t full of sugar for my son. It’s hard to balance taste for nutrition with a 5 year old, but I’ve found some help.
Maybe you’ve seen Kashi’s new commercial asking you to trade in your unhealthy snack for a free [...]

With three little boys to feed a big breakfast every morning, I’ll confess that we opt for easy whenever we can. Heat and serve sausage and bacon have proven a godsend for quick breakfast options in the mornings around this place.
Our favorite brand of sausage has been Jimmy Dean for quite some time. [...]

It’s the hottest Hot-lanta as been in 7 years, so we’re all seeking something cool and refreshing here in the land of cotton. I ran into the Del Monte Fruit Chiller in the canned fruit aisle. Chilled you say? I had to pick some up.
You put them in your freezer [...]