I just returned from one of my favorite events – The South Beach Food and Wine Festival. I can not tell you how much fun this event was. I was invited by Certified Angus Beef, who took South Beach by storm with their amazing beef and recipes. I was just so honored to be able…
Celebrity Chefs
Inspired by Celebrity Chefs #HSNCooks
I have said it many times before, life is a journey and not only am I along for the ride, I am loving every minute of the journey. If you had told me a little over two years ago that I would be spending an afternoon with Curtis Stone, Donatella Arpaia, Lorena Garcia and Ming…
New Orleans Fried Chicken #SundaySupper
I will never forget the first time I visited New Orleans. I had heard so many things about this great city and couldn’t wait to eat my way through our long weekend. This was especially true since I was eight months pregnant with Riley. The funny thing is, it wasn’t the jambalaya or even the…
Drunken Snow Crabs #SundaySupper
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. I can honestly say that I have paid very little attention to Valentine’s Day over the past twenty years. Let’s face it, when you have four children, your priorities shift and we were busy, — raising kids, going to cheerleading, dance, football and basketball practice — it left…
Tate’s Bake Shop and Cookies FROM Santa
I love companies that make a difference in the world. When I heard about Kathleen King and her mission, I wanted to share it with you one this special day, Christmas Eve. This story touched me and inspired me to set goals for 2014 that will make a difference in the lives of others. While…
Interview with Ming Tsai | Enjoy Arts and Taste St Pete
I always tell everyone that we live in this little area of paradise. There is so much beauty in Tampa Bay and while we don’t get the recognition like Miami, we have so much to offer. St. Petersburg and the Bay area have long been known for their world-class arts scene, cuisine and beaches—and now,…
Crab Beignets | Emeril’s Cooking with Power
I just returned from a trip to New Orleans. This city can be compared to NYC in that there is always something going on and the food scene is just fabulous. I had some of the most memorable meals but what really stood out, was the use of crab in so many dishes. Although I knew…







