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Pie recipes for Pi Day

By Carlos on March 14, 2018 Food and Dining

Pi Day is observed on March 14th, or 3/14, to represent the mathematical constant of pi. Since the nature of pi is obviously in relation to circles and is pronounced the same way as pie, it naturally became associated with the food pie. Celebrating Pi Day is easy, no matter your taste. Pies come in both sweet and savory varieties and the sky is almost the limit when it comes to deciding how to fill them. The following are some fun and delicious pies to try for Pi Day. Rhubarb Pie Rhubarb grows in stalks that look somewhat like celery,…

Easy Ways to “Spring” Back into Shape

By Carlos on February 22, 2018 Health & Wellness

Staying in shape is no easy task, especially with other responsibilities like work, family, errands, and extra-curricular activities. Fortunately, it’s never been easier to spring back into a fitness routine or even start a brand new one. Follow the tips below and you’ll get that beach body back in no time. Food Regardless of how many hours you workout at the gym, you need to maintain a healthy diet. Eat small meals of lean protein, veggies, and whole grains throughout the day. Meal prep at the beginning of the week and divide your meals into individual portions for each day,…

Inexpensive Fish Dishes for National Tartar Sauce Day

By Carlos on February 16, 2018 Food and Dining

There’s a reason that National Tartar Sauce Day is the Friday after the beginning of Lent. Tartar sauce is the ideal partner to many different seafood dishes. Tartar sauce is of French origin and combines mayonnaise with diced pickles, onions, dill and lemon juice. Get your tartar sauce on with the following inexpensive and easy fish dishes. Salmon Croquettes Start with one 15.5 ounce can of pink salmon. Combine with three beaten eggs, one and a half cups of crushed crackers, half a teaspoon of salt and a quarter teaspoon of red pepper. Once fully combined, form 12 patties out…

Gold Medal-Worthy Snacks to Munch on during the Olympics

By Carlos on February 15, 2018 Food and Dining

Cheering your country on for the Gold is an Olympic sport in itself. But how are you supposed to get through the thrills and suspense of the 2018 Olympics without some snacks? Here’s a list of all-star snacks that are medal-worthy and only take a few minutes to prepare. Olympic Torch Ice Cream You’ll Need: • Mini Ice-Cream Cones • Ice Cream of your choice • Metallic Sprinkles Load up your cone with some ice cream and sprinkle on some glittery, delicious edible metallic sprinkles. Your ice cream cone will look just like a tasty Olympic torch. Sprinkles aren’t a…

Creative Pizzas to Make for National Pizza Day

By Carlos on February 9, 2018 Food and Dining

What’s not to love about pizza? There’s gooey cheese, rich sauce, and plenty of tasty toppings layered on crust and baked to perfection. Pizza is simply delicious, that’s why America has dedicated an entire day to celebrating it. In honor of National Pizza Day, we’ve compiled a list of creative pizza recipes that are sure to satisfy your strongest cravings. Chicken Cordon Bleu Pizza Meat, cheese, and a creamy white sauce combine to create a flavorful pizza that will make your taste buds sing. Spread half a cup of ranch dressing onto a 12-inch pizza crust. Next, top the dough…

How to Naturally Boost Your Energy with Food

By Carlos on January 31, 2018 Food and Dining

Many people turn to energy drinks and other caffeinated beverages when they need a little more energy, but there are more natural choices available. Plant-based foods offer us some of the best sources of energy, as well as providing high concentrations of the vitamins, minerals, and protein our bodies need to function at optimum efficiency. Before you reach for that energy drink, consider one of these all-natural alternatives when trying to boost your energy. Lemon Water Lemon water is nature’s energy drink and it’s cheap and easy to make. Add a few drops of real lemon juice to a bottle…

Fast & Easy Hors d’Oeuvre Recipes

By Carlos on January 27, 2018 Food and Dining

Are you exhausted from a long day? Did you forget that company is coming over? Is a relative stopping by for a surprise visit? Don’t despair you can whip up something delicious in a jiffy! Here are fast and easy hors d’oeuvre recipes that will have your guests thinking you spend hours slaving away in the kitchen. Avocado Toasts Avocados are a useful ingredient when it comes to whipping up an appetizer or hors-d’oeuvres on the fly. You can make a quick and spicy guacamole or avocado toasts. This sophisticated ingredient is versatile and can be incorporated with any ingredient…

Delicious Things to Make with Leftover Coffee

By Carlos on January 20, 2018 Food and Dining

Just because you’re done with your cup of joe, doesn’t mean that the rest of the pot has to go to waste. Leftover coffee lends a robust and unique flavor to so many dishes; it’s no wonder that using this magic ingredient has been a favorite trick of some of the best home and restaurant cooks. Here’s a few ways you can incorporate leftover coffee into your recipes. Leftover Coffee Chocolate Cake Chocolate and coffee are a match made in heaven. The bitterness in coffee cuts through the sweetness in chocolate, lending a slightly savory and complicated note to cake…

The Best Foods to Eat Before and After Working Out

By Carlos on January 15, 2018 Food and Dining

Getting in shape is one of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions. If your workout goal is to build muscle, lose weight or to get healthy, what you eat matters. Give yourself the right fuel to get through your workout and give your body what it needs to recover; this will help you meet your fitness goals. Here are some dietary suggestions to keep you moving and give your body what it needs before and after working out. Before Working Out If you want to get the most out of your workout, your best bet is to fuel yourself before…

Simple Ways to Eat Healthy for less than $10 a day

By Carlos on January 8, 2018 Food and Dining

Whether you are on your own or have a family, it’s helpful to learn some pointers on how to save money while eating healthy. Like many people, you probably have a food budget that you try to stay within. Get your food budget down to less than $10 a day with the helpful tips below, while still being able to eat healthy. Have Cheap and Convenient Foods Available Potatoes Did you know that a 5 pound bag of potatoes costs only a couple dollars in most supermarkets? Potatoes sometimes get a bad rap because of the amount of starch in…

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