Here is something that is a MUST if your are ever in Nola. Cafe du Monde is definitely a wonderful tourist spot to go to. The smell of the fried dough and the stickiness of everything (due to the constant flinging or powdered sugar) in the open air restaurant is an experience you just have …
Category: RECIPES
CAJUN BOILED PEANUTS
I was raised up eating boiled peanuts. I have very vivid memories of my mom soaking and simmering peanuts in her big yellow cast iron pot for what seemed like days. Why is something so simple, so yummy?? Keeping with my Mardi Gras theme this week, I decided to put a spicy twist on the …
EASY KING CAKE
Hey friends! I am back. I took a week off to gather my thoughts and get organized for planning two babies birthday parties in March. I probably should have tried to space that out a bit, but it didn’t quite work out that way. Something else that is happening in March is Mardi Gras! New …
VALENTINE’S DAY COUNTDOWN: CHAMPAGNE JELLIES
Who’s getting ready to throw a Galentine’s Partay! Or a romantic dinner with your loved one?? This is a fun recipe today for you. Turn that champagne into a fun dessert. You can even drop these into a glass of champagne for an extra yummy at the end of your glass. Or just need a …
Cake in a Mug Valentine Gift
Let’s talk about teachers today. I am so thankful for the people who care for my kids every day and do all they can to teach them, to guide with them, to endure hours and hours of singing songs, playing games, wiping noses and booties. Sometime, I am afraid it is a thankless job sometimes, …
Homemade Heart Shaped Gummies
I am always looking for healthy candy alternatives for my sweets loving toddler. I am not THAT mom that never gives my child candy or a treat, but I do try to limit it and want to give her some better options at times. I came across a homemade gummy recipe and thought this would …