Florida Grilled Meats

Balsamic Caprese Burgers

A fresh and delicious twist, this burger combines the best of Italian flavors in a summer classic our whole family enjoys, and I hope yours does, too! I previously published this summer favorite of ours almost five years ago, but it …

Florida Food for Thought

Taking Time to Be

Hey there, friends! Thanks for stopping by even though my posting here has been way more sporadic than I planned for this year! Even though I have spent a lot of time trying to build good balance in my life, …

Food + Recipes Small Bites + Sides

Creamy Refried Black Beans

Want something a little different from your typical refried beans to serve alongside your favorite Mexican flavors? Try these rich and creamy refried black beans on for size! They’re fresh, delicious, and you can have them on the table in …

Spices

Taco Seasoning

You can always go to the store and grab a packet of your favorite taco seasoning – but if you don’t feel like going to the store or just want to customize your seasoning the way you like it, try …

Meats Slow Cooker

Crock-Pot Cider Pulled Pork

You can make some absolutely decadent, tender, and delicious pulled pork right in your Crock-pot. This stuff is packed with flavor and never dry, and our version brings in the subtle and delicious tang of apple cider and apple cider …

Pismo Beach, California
Food for Thought

California Dreaming

For the first time since the COVID crisis kicked off, I loaded up my little family in an airplane and we headed across the country, from Florida to California, to visit my family for Thanksgiving. And it wasn’t just a …