Yesterday I had the most amazing time on Windy City Live! If you missed the segment, no worries! I'm going to tell you how it all went down here (and even share a video of the final presentation). At the top of the show, they gave me a bag of 4 mystery ingredients plus a protein and I had to create a dish in 30 minutes that incorporated each of them. My ingredients were: Caperberries Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Spaghetti Balsamic Vinegar Chicken Breast I didn't have much ... [ Read More ]
My Kohler Babymoon
The week I found out I was pregnant, I couldn't help but get excited for my Babymoon! While other people are probably more focused on figuring out a name, buying clothes and furniture, I really wanted to focus on planning a memorable trip for my Husband and I before our lives change forever. I figured I'd have the whole 2nd half of my pregnancy (and the rest of my life) to focus on the baby. There was only one problem and it's name was Zika. Every tropical destination I had been dreaming ... [ Read More ]
Truffle Chicken Salad with Grapes
Simple recipes are my go-to when I have crazy busy weeks and just don’t have the time or energy to whip something up in the kitchen. Even when I'm in a rush, I'm such a foodie and always need something tasty to eat. This Chicken Salad Sandwich recipe is perfect for those hectic times because you can prep it at the start of your week in under and 20 minutes and use it throughout the week for on-the-go meals. Score! Not only is this recipe delicious, it's super flexible, so you can add any ... [ Read More ]
5 Tips to Surviving The First Trimester
I can't believe it, but I am finally out of my first trimester of pregnancy! In a strange (and totally not serious way), it kind of feels like being released from jail. A jail inside my own body. Let me explain. For the past 8 weeks or so (I started feeling sick around 6 weeks pregnant), I've been in a constant state of drowsiness, unbearable nausea, puberty style breakouts, intense mood swings and overall anxiety that something was going to happen to my baby. It really is like living in a ... [ Read More ]
I’ve got a bun in the oven (and I’m not even cooking)!
Hey guys! I know it's been a while, but I've been cooking up something pretty cool these past three months. Surprise! I'm pregnant :). Truth be told, this has literally been one of the most difficult times of my entire life. As I sit here now, a little over 12 weeks pregnant, I'm finally able to reflect back over the last few months with a smile... Rewind back to week 6. I could barely get out of bed. I kept reading that it was going to get better. They told me soon enough I'd feel better ... [ Read More ]
Goat Cheese & Onion Jam Crostini
I've partnered with my friends at Learn to Cook to share the PERFECT recipe just in time for New Years. This goat cheese & onion jam crostini isn't just easy to make, it will knock the pants off your guest! A special surprise this week... It's a video recipe!! Check it out. https://youtu.be/najsSBzxlAo Goat Cheese & Onion Jam Crostini This goat cheese & onion jam crostini isn’t just easy to make, it will knock the pants off your guest! Crostini 8 oz Goat ... [ Read More ]
How to throw a Memorable New Years Eve Party (without stressing yourself out)
Can you believe it's almost New Year's Eve?! Where did 2015 even go? Every year around this time, we're faced with the same choice as to how we will celebrate this festive occasion. Do we go out and celebrate at a restaurant or bar or do we stay in and perhaps host our own party? The majority of the time, my friends and I opt for the first option. Going out usually means less stress, less mess, and more freedom (however, it usually comes with a hefty price tag.) Last year, I decided to ... [ Read More ]
5 Tips to a Balanced Lifestyle during the Holidays
I love this time of the year, but it seems like we don't have much down-time to let our bodies reset from all the food we eat! We go straight from Turkey Day to attending all those awesome holiday parties (where we inevitably consume large amounts of food). It’s tough! Visiting the parents, grandparents, or friends can spell-out trouble – especially when every home has tables covered in sweets, hams, side-dishes, or just festive candy. Today, I'm sharing 5 tips to help you balance the ... [ Read More ]
Jamie Otis: Chicken Meatballs Over Celeriac Mash
Hey Guys! My name is Jamie Otis. Some of you may know me from 'The Bachelor' and/or 'Married At First Sight.' I've been married to my amazing man for almost two years now. (Yes, we were married at first sight. Yikes!) When I first met him he claimed he enjoyed cooking and cooked "a lot." That "a lot" turned into a handful of times when we were first married - and I think he only cooked those few times just because he wanted to impress me. ;-) It worked, too! But anyway, ... [ Read More ]
How to Throw the Ultimate Friendsgiving
This time of year, it seems like everyone is throwing or attending a Friendsgiving! While these parties are typically far from your traditional family dinner, they’re usually super fun and filled with delicious food! Have you ever thought of throwing one yourself, but worried about breaking the bank? What if I told you throwing the ultimate dinner party was super simple and you won’t have to worry about spending your life savings? I’ve teamed up with Coca Cola to share everything you need to ... [ Read More ]
