Cheers to tropical vibes and the summer season cranking forward. I recently did the math on our calendar and we're exactly halfway through our summer break. That's crazy seeing as some folks in NJ JUST NOW got out of school! Not wasting a lick of my sun season and comfy deck chair, I've … [Read more...]
Food
One Pot Wonder Steak and Herb Potatoes
Forget that Game of Throne saying... Summer is almost here! I'm in need of quick cooking, family-friendly meals with little clean up as the kiddos come home from school. Summer vacation means more family time, adventures, camps and even pool time. While I can get lazy with my cooking, this one-pot … [Read more...]
Fancy Nutcracker Rice Krispie Treats That Will Leave You Dancing
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! I adore Christmas stories like The Night Before Christmas, The Grinch Who Stole Christmas and The Nutcracker! So many holiday movies and specials air this time of year, celebrating our love for all things peaceful and bright. Spend your holiday nights decorating … [Read more...]
Disturbingly Charming Grinch Cookies for Christmas
Affiliate links are used. You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch! You really are a heel! You're an ugly black tomato splotched with moldy purple spots... and I've got your great green mug on a sugar cookie! These Grinch Cookies are full of sugar, spice, and everything Cindy Lou Who instead of all things … [Read more...]
A Mirthful Recipe for Coquito: Puerto Rican Eggnog
Wepa! as my friend Emille would say! This sassy friend of mine is full of fun, hugs, dances, and delicious recipes! She first sent me the recipe for Coquito recipe last year and I was so intrigued. I hate eggnog (ew) but I love all things coconut, so I decided to give it a try! I promise, you, … [Read more...]
Celebrate Ralph Breaks the Internet with Vanellope’s Kart Ice Cream Sundae
Video game bad guy Ralph (voice of John C. Reilly) and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz (voice of Sarah Silverman) navigate the vast and dynamic world wide web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope’s game, Sugar Rush. Do you think they have what it takes to complete the mission in … [Read more...]
Fantastic Beasts Cocktail: Crimes of Grindelwald
I've got a new drink for you! Cocktails are quite a hit on my site, and I think it's because I love to combine them with movies, holidays or general nerdiness. When Chase and I snuggled down during the recent cold snap, I knew we were going to binge the latest something, but I wasn't prepared for … [Read more...]
Easy Pumpkin Pasties Recipe
Affiliate Links may be used. As I actively try to rope my son into reading Harry Potter (or watching more than 20 minutes of the movies with me), I'm firing on all targets. After casting spells all over The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal (which made a good dent!), I'm trying his … [Read more...]