I got Ryan’s dream invite recently- to try all the new treats & drinks on the Dunkin Donuts holiday/winter menu! In case you guys aren’t familiar, I’ve been blogging on All Things Beautiful XO for years & you might find this hard to believe but…he just doesn’t get excited about mascara or lipstick! Can you believe it? But doughnuts are something he can get behind! Living at our last base we frequented our local DD more than I’m willing to admit- & now we’ve found our new local spot here in Las Vegas! Keep reading to check out the new items & what we think!…
Happy Cooking: Make Every Meal Count … Without Stressing Out by Giada De Laurentiis
I’m the first to admit that the holiday season can be pretty rough on me. The prep. The cooking. The traveling. The overall stress of it. That’s probably why Happy Cooking by Giada De Laurentiis appealed to me so much. While I’m not a huge fan of Giada necessarily- I did have high hopes for this cookbook. Were they met?…
Michael Symon’s 5 in 5 for Every Season Cookbook
If there’s one chef out there that gives me butterflies…it is Michael Symon. My husband rolls his eyes every time he sees him on screen because…he’s my chef! He makes me laugh, smile, & actually makes me super hungry. I love him. So when I had the opportunity to check out his new book “5 in 5 for Every Season” I didn’t hesitate one bit! Keep reading to see what I think!…
The BEST Crockpot Hot Chocolate with DIY Over-the-Mug Cookies!
So- is it chilly yet? It is here! ‘Tis the season for cold weather & warm drinks- which is why I’m sharing the ultimate hot chocolate recipe!It is ultra-creamy, SUPER rich, & the best hot chocolate recipe ever. Seriously. Plus…a bonus recipe! I have been seeing these adorable hanging mug cookies everywhere so I wanted to give them a shot as well! They’re not only crazy easy but I used dough perfect for a big party too! Keep reading to check everything up!…
Tangy Citrus Honey Sage Glazed Cornish Hens Recipe
Happy beginnings of the holiday madness! While everyone is prepping HUGE birds…I’m posting something a bit different. Cornish hens are much smaller & a lot easier to prepare than you may think. Today I want to share a recipe that looks gourmet but is actually very simple to put together for an impressive meal. With some citrus, honey, & fresh sage touches…get ready to fall in love. …
Rainbow Stained Glass Cookies for the Holidays with Recipe & Tutorial
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It is officially the holidays around here! This one is especially exciting since we are finally living next to family again. This means it will be more than just a Christmas for two! When it comes to travel-friendly recipes…there’s nothing quite like cookies. They’re fun, a huge variety, & I can actually get them from point A to B completely intact! Today I’m sharing a twist on the oh-so-beloved sugar cookie- some Rainbow Stained Glass Cookies!…
Keeping Up with My Favorite Shows…No TV Needed!
Raise your hand if you love watching tv! Raise your other hand if you spend most of your time on the computer! If you’re anything like me you’ve got both arms up so you might as well wave them around. Just saying. Today we’re going to talk about my favorite obsession lately- “The Voice” on NBC. & hear me sing its praises. See what I did there? Nudge nudge. Keep reading to see how I stay up to date without a cable TV!…
Make an Incredibly Easy & Healthy Family Meal FAST!
Need a quick family dinner? Then you’ve come to the right place! Today I wanted to share how to get a full (& actually pretty darn impressive) looking dinner on the table in about 20 minutes! & how to be sneaky…because sneakiness is key here! This setup is perfect for a family- even if they have picky kids. Keep reading to check it out & snag a coupon!…
Luke’s Lobster Comes to Las Vegas!
Last week Ryan & I attended the pre-opening of a restaurant any lobster lovers will be obsessed with! Luke’s Lobster is brand new & located right on The Strip. You walk up, order, then have the option of standing tables, a few back tables, or eating your rolls in hand while taking in the city. Being that I’m from California (West coat meets east coats? GASP!) I know my seafood so I was pretty excited for another option here in town! Plus a casual, cool spot that you can just grab & go! Keep reading to see what we though!…
Near & Far Takes You on a Food & Travel Journey
I firmly believe books can transport us. Near & Far takes you to places & events we can only dream of- plus it inspires with tons of vegetarian recipes! I first saw this book on Amazon here & was so intrigued. & impressed- what editor would just give you 3 FREE RECIPES right here on the page? The easy answer is one who knows the value of the stories & recipes themselves! Get ready to fall in love!…
DIY Honey Coconut Milk Bath Recipe
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It is indeed the most wonderful time of the year…but it can also be kind of stressful. I love visiting & having family visit but I also adhere to a strict “sanctuary” policy. Beth time is my time! & even guests seem to agree. I often put together a goodie basket of bathroom products to make visitors feel more at home & always include something to make bath time more luxurious. Today I’m sharing one of my absolute favorites for the colder months- my DIY recipe for Honey Coconut Milk Bath. Get ready to soak away your stress & get moisturized!…
The Time Chamber is the Book You Didn’t Know You Needed
Coloring books are everywhere these days, have you noticed? Some are cheaply made but affordable while others are incredibly intricate & printed on heavy paper. There are plenty floating out there just for adults now as well & the “trend” is picking up speed. I’m actually an artistic soul & tend to freehand but sometimes when my brain is overworked I love to color within the lines. It gives me a reason to think more about colors & actually relax more than sketching. The Time Chamber by Daria Song is the most beautiful book I’ve ever had the honor of coloring in. I love everything about this little “fairy tale” (more on that in a minute!) & the fact that it doubles as an actual book you can read your children has me head over heels. Keep reading to check it out!…
Quick Biscuit Donuts with Pumpkin Spice Creamer Icing
Did you know today is National Donut Day? Well I think that calls for a celebration! You may have caught my Halloween donuts with fangs here but today I went full-on fall tasty. Pumpkin spice. Because even though you see it everywhere…it still tastes so good! This recipe for icing also has a twist- keep reading to fall in love with the easiest donuts ever!…
Creamy Whipped Bleu Cheese Spread & Dip Recipe
There are two types of people in this world- those who appreciate the fabulous-ness of bleu cheese & those who just don’t. My husband just doesn’t get it & I could live off seriously… fragrant cheeses for quite awhile. So what is a girl to do? It isn’t like he forbids it but I also have to figure out a way to work in my love of blue into some lunch & snack options. & then in walks this idea of making it last even longer by doubling it with another cheese. Keep reading to scoop up this recipe & nosh to your heart’s desire!…
Give Thanks Beautifully this Veteran’s Day
When you fall in love with someone, you don’t always get to choose the details. Ryan is my match who happens to be in the military. I really struggle with both being a supportive military wife & having a “normal” home life like everyone else. Sometimes this life is really hard & we make a lot of sacrifices most people don’t have to think about. We are pretty blessed so it gets me thinking about the lives of other veterans & those serving as well. I get asked a lot- “What do you guys need?” “What can we do to say thanks?” & now I actually have an answer!…
Fanged Green Monster Quick Donuts Recipe- Spooky & Fun!
Because who doesn’t love donuts right? Just in time for Halloween I’m bringing you the easiest way to wow your family & friends for breakfast. & believe me when I say this is one of the most dangerous recipes you’ll ever encounter… Once you find out how easy these donuts are to make yourself, things get scrumptious real fast. Now that you’ve been warned, keep reading to see how to put together this fanged surprise!…
