Pineapple Un-fried Rice
There is a Thai place in our old neighborhood that makes unbelievable pineapple fried rice according to Mary. Ever since she mentioned it last week, I couldn't get it out of my head. Conveniently, we had extra pineapple leftover from our Pineapple…
Patriotic Fruit Salad
Fruit salad is a great addition to any party and always adds a healthy element! This is a simple one with a patriotic twist. Take some red fruits (I used watermelon and strawberries) and sprinkle in some blueberries and a touch of finely chopped…
Pineapple Salsa and Baked Tortilla Chips
What is more perfect for a Fourth of July celebration than a BBQ? It is the perfect way to celebrate America's birthday!! We were invited to a friend's house for the celebration and were asked to bring a side dish, so I thought who doesn't like…
Cedar Plank Salmon
Looking for an easy way to update your salmon recipe? Cooking on a salmon plank on the grill adds a whole new dimension. You end up with a slightly smoky flavor with a nearly candied finish. This is a great way to fancy things up a bit with…
First Day of Summer!
How did you spend your first day of summer? BF and I enjoyed an al fresco dinner on our brand new patio furniture. We had be looking for something for a while and finally found the perfect thing on sale. When you live in a place that…
Weekend Breakfast
Friday brings with it the promise of a lazy weekend morning and a change from my boring weekday breakfasts. We have a lovely little breakfast place with some of the best pastries I have ever had. Frasca Caffe, makes our very favorite Almond…