It’s no secret that after I became a busy mom, I started relying on my freezer more for easy go-to meals and snacks. I find no shame or blame in that game because everyone could use a little help and sometimes you just need something…

I’m still waiting for spring to arrive in Chicago, but at least hailstorms in April have been interesting!  I was pretty excited when we filmed this video because it was during a fluke warmer week, and that made me anticipate the idea of frolicking outside again. All…

These Asian Lettuce Wraps are nothing more than seasoned ground meat nestled in a crisp lettuce leaf.  You adorn them with fresh toppings of your choice, and dinner is done in a jiffy with only one pan to clean. The kind of meat you choose…

It all began when I went a little crazy over the cilantro that was on sale at the store.  I guess the shipment they got in was a little dirty, so people weren’t buying it.  So they were selling 3 huge (dirty) bunches for $0.99.…

I already posted this Watermelon and Lime Granita recipe on the blog HERE. But I’ve been meaning to make a video for it for some time now.  It just so happens to be appropriate for SEASON 3 of our cooking show because it fits in with…

When it’s sticky, hot, and humid outside, all I crave are these Shrimp and Avocado Summer Rolls.  They’re stuffed with fresh herbs and cold crisp veggies…that’s definitely my kind of food!  You can obviously use whatever fillings you want, but there’s something about this shrimp and…