One girl's guide to a healthy, loving, & tasty life.
Gifting is one of my favorite things- but it can be tough! Everyone has different interests & lifestyles, you know? Plus, we live pretty far from most of our friends & family because #militarylife so things I can ship directly to them is a bonus! One less trip to the post office? Yes please! Keep reading for tons of ideas for the women (& men, not discriminating!) in your life!…
Looking for a cookbook that’ll take you through the year? That’s exactly what Nourishing Meals: 365 Whole Foods, Allergy-Free Recipes for Healing Your Family One Meal at a Time is designed for! What drew me to this concept actually wasn’t the “365” but the idea that these recipes are all allergy-free aka free of gluten, soy, eggs, dairy, & refined sugar. I was hoping this might give me more inspiration when cooking for large groups!…
I have been cooking my entire life so I always get really excited when I see other kids doing the same! This is Chase Bailey’s The Official Chase ‘N Yur Face Cookbook & it is filled with lots of new ideas! Everyone will find something they like- including the visuals! Keep reading to check it out!…
Do you know what is exciting for me? Learning something new. All Under Heaven by Carolyn Phillips is a comprehensive look at recipes from the 35 Cuisines of China. & wow is it teaching me more! With over 300 recipes- this is one you’ll want to know more about!…
What do you take to a potluck? How do you choose your recipes? The truth is, I tend to fall on old habits & prepare a recipe I think is reasonably simple or that people request. While that’s totally fine & probably natural- I’ve been wanting to try more new things! Modern Potluck by Kristin Donnelly is easily one of my favorite new cookbooks! Keep reading to find out why!…
I feel like this is one of those cookbooks everyone has heard of. Probably. The American Heart Association has put out lots of cookbooks over the years- this is actually the 5th edition of the American Heart Association Healthy Fats, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook as well. When it comes to what’s inside…I’m torn! Keep reading to find out why!…
If you’ve been reading for any length of time then you likely know I’m an Asian food fan. Or freak. Whichever. I am constantly posting on Instagram (follow me here & for beauty posts check me out here!) about Asian-inspired dishes I’m tweaking & playing with. I grew up on Thai food especially. & I am PRO Asian market for just about everything. So when this new cookbook popped up from a well-known area (I’m from Southern California) as well as other Korean hangouts I was in! Keep reading to check out why you’ll be reaching for Koreatown: A Cookbook by ….
Things I especially love in a cookbook? #1- healthy recipe ideas. #2- fresh ingredients. & #3- something engaging. I also love beautiful photography but that’s a whole other post. The Best and Lightest: 150 Healthy Recipes for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner from Food Network checks all my boxes & then some. Keep reading to see why you’ll want to check it out!…
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?…
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!…
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!…
Let me start with- Thank you Kian Lam Kho! I am a huge fan of Chinese cuisine but since I don’t exactly have the family traditions…I always feel like I’m making takeout instead of something more traditional. Do I love takeout? Well I am not going to lie- yes! But I know there’s a vast food culture out there that I haven’t gotten my hands on. & I have big goals! I think I gave away the big “YES I LOVE THIS” part…but keep reading to see why Phoenix Claws and Jade Trees by Kian Lam Kho is so amazing!…
Let me start with- I’m not pregnant. What I am is a foodie with some pregnant friends so I had to do some research…& found myself very overwhelmed. …
I don’t bake very often during the warmer months- it is just too hot here. The news just informed me our triple digit heat is supposed to finally come to an end so I’m going to be in the autumn spirit! Food52 is one of my favorite sites for food ever so when they released some new cookbooks I was excited to check them out! Baking by Food52 is my first choice since I’ve been missing it- keep reading to see what I think!…
I’ve been on a cookbook kick. Lately on the weekends I’ve been forcing myself to take a little bit of me-time & maybe have a cup of tea with a great read. Recently I got the check out the brand new Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook which is packed with tons of tips, recipes, & ideas for living a healthy life. This is their followup to the first book, Trim Healthy Mama. Keep reading to see what I thought!…
Books I’ve been reading lately are seriously long- the title for this one on Amazon is Everyday Detox: 100 Easy Recipes to Remove Toxins, Promote Gut Health, and Lose Weight Naturally. That’s crazy, right? But…you probably aren’t here to listen to my “titles are too long” rant that I’ve been spouting lately. You’re probably reading to find out more about Everyday Detox by Megan Gilmore– so let me dive into it!
A healthy guide to detoxing naturally, all year round–no dieting, juice fasting, or calorie counting required–to lose weight, improve digestion, sleep better, and feel great, featuring 100 properly combined recipes for every meal of the day.
Most diets and cleanses have all-or-nothing rules that encourage unhealthy cycles of intense restriction followed by inevitable bingeing. In this healthy guide to detoxing naturally, nutritionist and blogger Megan Gilmore shares 100 delicious, properly combined recipes that will leave you feeling satisfied and well nourished while promoting weight loss and improving digestion and sleep.
So am I on a detoxing kick? Actually no- but I do find these recipes to be wonderful. Lately there have been so many labels slapped in front of “healthy” that I’ve had a hard time choosing subjects. Think more about what kind of recipes would be behind the topics instead. For me detox tends to mean “real food” with fresh ingredients. I’m a big fan of that! This particular book has all of that & more including recipes kids would actually enjoy. These recipes are all about balance & digestion so you’ll see that theme throughout at well. & don’t think it only means fruits & veggies either! You’ll find recipes for Banana Coconut Muffins to Skillet Fish Tacos & even Peppermint Fudge Bars inside! If you are vegan she also gives tips to lead you that way as well! All in all- a fantastic combination!
Have you checked out detox books? Any recipes you’d like a more healthy version of? What are your favorite cookbooks lately?
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