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The Difference in Barbecue Sauces
Barbecue sauces come in many flavors and styles. From sweet and savory to hot and spicy, the choices are endless. While it’s easy to grab a bottle of prepared sauce off the grocery store shelf, there’s nothing quite like creating your own from scratch. Most popular barbeque sauces originate in the southern states, from Texas to Florida. As unique as the people, each state has its own preferred style. From thick, rich tomato-based sauces out of Kansas City to thin vinegar-based sauces hailed in North Carolina, there’s a style and flavor for everyone. If you’re not familiar with the differences, here’s an overview of the most popular styles. Kansas City…
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Setting Intentions with Your Journal
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. When you set intentions, you tell yourself what you are going to do. You are able to narrow your focus to just a few things. It is similar to setting goals or writing down a to-do list. But with intentions, you are making a promise to yourself to get this thing done. Here are some ways to use a journal for setting your intentions. Plan Your Intentions…
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Good Fruits and Vegetables for Your Immune System
Everyone knows that it’s important for you to eat fruits and vegetables to stay healthy because they provide you with a lot of nutrients that you need. They can help you lose weight by making you feel more full with fewer calories. Most importantly, they can help boost your immune system considerably while still being delicious and good for you. One of the best types of fruits for your immune system hands-down is citrus fruits. Citrus The most common citrus fruits you’ll find are oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits. These were commonly eaten aboard ships hundreds of years ago to stave off scurvy. These days, they give you a great…
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World Baking Day: Chocolate Walnut Brownies
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here; Hi everyone! This past weekend was World Baking Day! I am a little late but there is never a bad time to bake right? World Baking Day is the third Sunday in May each year. Everyone is encouraged to bake — for themselves and their families and their friends. It has been observed since 2012. You can still bake something for friends and family. Like this one!…
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Let’s Chat about Tequila
Today is National Alcohol Day. This post is about tequila — this topic covers the alcohol day and the focus on Mexican flavors because of Cinco de Mayo. It should be fun! When the topic of Mexican food comes up, there may be a vast array of flavors and ingredients discussed. But mention Mexican beverages and all discussion turns to one drink – tequila. Mexico and tequila are inseparable, both culturally and legally. A bottle of Champagne can only be labeled “Champagne” if it originates from the Champagne region of France. Similarly, tequila can only be labeled “Tequila” if it is produced in specific Mexican states. This process starts with…
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National Hummus Day
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Another National Food Day! Today, May 13th is National Hummus Day! National Hummus Day started in 2012 in Tel Aviv as a joke. Now it has spread all around the world with events where people share their love for hummus. Hummus can be used as a dip or a sandwich filling. It has a lot of protein and fiber. It’s pretty versatile. Traditional hummus is made with…
