You don't have to spend a fortune on those little bags of artisanal granola you find at the market - it's incredibly easy to make at home and customize to your liking! When I was in Telluride last month, the hotel baked a fresh batch of chia seed-speckled granola every morning that was impossible to … Continue reading Breakfast Bite: Maple Chia Cherry Granola
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Good Morning, Sunshine! Have Some Coffee Cake
Today marks the first day of spring, but here in the arctic tundra (also known as Chicago) we are waking up to temperatures in the low teens with wind chills hovering around zero. Whether you are anxiously waiting for your destination vacation or hunkering down at home for a stay-cation, I've created a warm citrusy … Continue reading Good Morning, Sunshine! Have Some Coffee Cake
My Thai: Summer Rolls & Cashew Coconut Sundaes with Caramelized Pineapple
I spent a fair amount of time thinking about food during my juice cleanse, including what I wanted to make when it was finally over. A Thai inspired meal was at the top of my list as crunchy, bright, full-flavored ingredients were what I craved most while abstaining from "real" food. (To be honest I … Continue reading My Thai: Summer Rolls & Cashew Coconut Sundaes with Caramelized Pineapple
Afternoon Snack
These Chocolate Chocolate Chip Muffins are great little afternoon nibbles. Extra chocolately but not too sweet, they are best served warm with a bit of raspberry jam and a glass of cold milk. Click here for the recipe, but please make these changes: (1) increase the milk to 1 cup (2) increase oil to 2 … Continue reading Afternoon Snack
the aesthete and the dilettante 