Are you a smoothie lover? If so, you’ll fall in love with this vibrant power smoothie bowl. It looks impressive, but it takes less than 10 minutes and only a few ingredients to prepare. I enjoy smoothies for breakfast or as an evening snack at least four times a week. They make a great healthy … Read more

Time for a quick update on the class of 2012. Below is one of the Serrano seedlings — all of them are looking very healthy. I’ve largely eliminated the aphids that had infested the young plants, and they’re now growing strongly. The Aji Hots below are producing their first true leaves thanks to my homemade … Read more

By popular demand — here are our favorite leaf-peeping spots across New England. This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure page for more information. Thanks! About This Leaf Peeping Blog Post Dylan and I have lived in New England for more than a decade. As avid hikers and travelers, we’ve found some … Read more

Genesis makes it simple for anyone to set up a WordPress website—no developer required. I create custom WordPress themes for businesses, but I understand not everyone has the budget or time for a full design process. This guide walks you through building a WordPress site yourself with recommendations to keep it fast, attractive, and SEO-friendly. … Read more

Quick and easy Instant Pot Dublin coddle made from simple ingredients in about 30 minutes. This comforting Irish dish is packed with sausages (bangers), bacon, potatoes, and onions. This Irish classic is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want a warm, hearty meal. Colcannon and fried cabbage with bacon are other popular … Read more

Top your favorite hummus with an array of vibrant Mediterranean toppings for a loaded dip that’s bright, bold, and irresistibly crowd-pleasing. Quick and easy to assemble, this recipe borrows the idea of a layered dip and swaps Tex‑Mex flavors for fresh Mediterranean ones. Think of this as a flexible template: start with homemade or store‑bought … Read more

This blueberry baked oatmeal is a wholesome breakfast the whole family will enjoy. Healthy blueberry baked oatmeal Bursting with juicy blueberries, warm vanilla, and hearty rolled oats, this blueberry oatmeal casserole is a nourishing, comforting way to start the day. It’s filling, simple to prepare, and perfect for feeding a crowd or serving overnight guests. … Read more

Crisp edges with large, molten chocolate pieces — those are the two essentials I look for in a top gluten-free chocolate chip cookie. These cookies are universally loved: thin, crunchy and full of rich chocolate, they’re hard to resist. I use equal parts white (caster) and brown sugar to create the ideal balance of crunch … Read more

These Halloween sprinkle cookies are a fun, bold treat for spooky season. The dough is quick and straightforward, leaving time to focus on the decorations. I divide the dough into portions, dye each portion a bright Halloween color, then slightly swirl them together for a marbled effect. Each cookie is rolled in crunchy Halloween sprinkles … Read more

Everyone grab your tongs and fire up the grill—it’s time for a chicken wing showdown. These Garlic Parmesan and Beer Wings are briny, grilled, fried, and finished with a rich garlic-parmesan butter that makes them irresistible. I brined the wings in beer overnight, grilled them over hot coals the next evening, then briefly deep-fried them … Read more