When I hear the word “sorbet” my mouth instantly starts to water. I see summer in the horizon and refreshing cold bites of delicious ice cream, but wait — this one’s in my DRINK! And it’s low cal! (Say what?!) Smirnoff Vodka has created three delicious flavors, Raspberry Pomegranate, Mango Passion Fruit and Lemon, and [...]
Pastry Chef Fabrice Bouet at Lockwood is kind of amazing. He is a perfect four for four of the desserts I tried after a decadent dinner. A poached peach and mixed berry compote dessert is light and fun, sweetened with a touch of maple syrup and miniature lemon meringues. It’s so colorful, like something I [...]
Here in Minnesota it seems as though winter just won’t end. It’s May and it’s still snowing. Instead of giving into Mother Nature and putting on a parka and digging out my boots from the back of my closet, I decided to do the only logical thing- make summer treats that put me in summer [...]
{Raising Hand} I, Jaclyn, am a Bart Simpson Butterfinger Fan! Every time I’m at the check out stand at the grocery store I hear a little voice calling, “Don’t lay a finger on my Butter Finger!!!” Right there in the check out line! Ok, please don’t call the authorities yet, I may be hearing little [...]
Summertime is upon us, at least in Arizona it is. We’re reaching temps into the 100′s already! Whew-wee! So when it comes to the kiddos wanting to be outside all afternoon, mama needs something refreshing to drink! {yes, it would be nice if it was just a “mama” drink, but this one is alcohol free! [...]
Zandi. What or who is Zandi? How about I tell you its an adorable little loveable giraffe character, who represents South Africa with its warm and friendly characteristics. NOW! What if I told you that South African “Ambassador of Style” and famed lifestyle guru, Colin Cowie created another Zandi? A Zandi that is vibrant, warm [...]