Posts Tagged With ‘ EAT ’

What child doesn’t want a Lemonade Stand. It is probably one of the first jobs some children will have. I have always made it a point to make sure I stop at any Lemonade Stand I come across. Usually on the way out and the way back. It is such fun to watch the young entrepreneurs hustle to give you their special glass of refreshing citrus, gather your money and rush to give you your change. The look on their face is priceless when you tell them you would like 2 and then give them a tip. It is such a fun summer activity for them. Living in Arizona we have an abundance of citrus and my... Continue Reading

Summer: when the days get longer, the stars shine brighter, your hair gets lighter, the water gets warmer, the music gets louder and life gets better. To make your salads complete, check out this beautiful serving bowl and serving utensils. Gigi Lori Pea and Prosciutto Salad 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/4 cup shelled fresh green peas or frozen peas thawed 12 ounces sugar snap peas 4 ounces arugula about 6 cups 4 ounces very thinly sliced prosciutto Kosher salt Shaved fresh horseradish Whisk the lemon juice Dijon mustard and olive oil together. Cook... Continue Reading

We just love outdoor gatherings and this summer will be a great one. We can safely gather with our family and friends sharing stories, memories and good food together. If you missed Mimi Jackie’s post on summer spritzers, check it out here and to us, Pina Coladas remind us of lazy, summer beach days. To make this fun trip extra special, why not put a cute umbrella in it? Enjoy this recipe! Pina Colada 6 ounces white rum 6 ounces cream of coconut (preferably Coco Lopez brand) 6 ounces pineapple juice 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks (see How to Cut a Pineapple) 4 cups ice 4 ounces... Continue Reading

Summer is just around the corner, so it is time to start planning that BBQ menu! It feels great to be able to socialize again and we’ve come up with some barbeque ideas to host the perfect summer gathering. Whether you are hosting an all-day family get-together or just having a few friends over for dinner, these great ideas will make your summer BBQs as delicious and fun as they are memorable. BBQ Platters BBQ platters provide your guests the opportunity to try various options you have prepared. There can only be so many diverse BBQ styles we can try, so having a mix and match of different... Continue Reading