Time For Lunch At Applebee’s

What did you have for lunch today? Nothing? Your kid’s leftovers? A sandwich? Do you even remember? Occasionally I have something small or leftovers but normally I have nothing so I was really excited to partner with Applebee’s on a recent campaign. They gave me some gift cards to go out to lunch with my … Read more

Babies “R” Us Happy Places Design Events {Nationwide}

When I found out the gender of my first child I did two things: buy a bunch of blue baby clothes and start planning the nursery. To help with the fun, but often overwhelming, task of designing the nursery, Babies“R”Us is launching a nationwide campaign to help expectant parents and I’m happy to be partnering … Read more

4th of July Treat: Sweet & Salty Sparklers

Looking for a Fourth of July treat that is festive and everyone will enjoy? Family Fun magazine shared these sweet and salty “sparklers” with me and I just had to share them with you all! Layered with white chocolate and studded with sprinkles and M&M’s, these pretzel treats add flare to any party spread. Directions: … Read more

Bread & Butter: My Italian Dinner Staple

Today I’m partnering with La Brea Bakery, as part of their Breaking Bread with La Brea Bakery tour stop in Chicago, to show how easy it is to make flavored butter and create a bread banquet for a large Italian meal. I’m not Italian but I love eating pasta (like my mom’s homemade cheese lasagna recipe). To start I … Read more

Easter Celebrations With HoneyBaked Ham

(Disclosure: This is a sponsored post but all thoughts are my own.) I love hosting celebrations. Creating a party around a theme, spending time with family, and enjoying good food makes me happy. Cooking though? Not so much. When it comes to food I tend to stick to easy to eat main course dishes. For … Read more

New Sweet & Salty Snack {Costco Gift Card Giveaway}

Ever have those times when you are craving something to snack on but can’t decide between something sweet and something salty? If so, I have the perfect snack for you! Fisher Nuts recently sent me their new product to try out and share my thoughts with you all. They just launched a new snack product – … Read more

Lunch Combos At Applebee’s {Gift Card Giveaway}

(Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Applebee’s. Thoughts are my own.) What did you have for lunch today? A sandwich? Leftovers? A TV dinner? Did you even eat at all? I normally skip my mid-day meal or I graze on whatever I can find in my fridge or pantry while I’m working. I try to … Read more

Learning More About Gluten-Free Food Options

(Disclosure: I participated in this program on behalf of Udi’s and The Motherhood. All opinions are my own.) Most people go Gluten-Free because they have celiac disease or a gluten intolerance but I have considered going gluten-free (and casein-free) in the past because some people say it is a good diet for children who have Autism. The biggest thing … Read more