Quick Tip: Simplify cooking with a handy conversion apron from Life Hacker
“Once you’ve got the ball rolling in the kitchen, nothing puts a damper on your head of steam like an unwieldy, unfamiliar unit conversion. Sure you could use Google’s conversion calculator, but your hands are covered with flour and your keyboard’s already dirty enough [...]

Quick Tip: Put together a kids’ travel kit before you hit the road, from Martha Stewart
“Be sure to include writing instruments, such as crayons or colored pencils, as well as an activity book and educational book. Always include a healthy snack, such as trail mix, and a water bottle with a top.”
Bring along things like [...]

Last week’s meals went pretty well – and breakfast for dinner was great! I’ll definitely have to do that again. I’m really excited to make this week’s special treat, I found the recipe awhile ago and it looks delicious!
Monday
Pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Grilled Adobo chicken Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Parmesan crusted [...]

I’m really happy with the way that last week’s meals turned out… and I’m excited for Tuesday, I’m doing breakfast for dinner! What’s your favorite themed meal?
Monday
Chicken enchilada roll-ups Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Apple-topped German pancake Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Homemade pizza Spring the recipe!
Thursday
Chicken artichoke casserole Spring the recipe!
Friday
Open face grilled goat cheese panini [...]

Summer Restaurant Week in Boston has arrived! For two weeks (August 9-14 and 16-21), many of Boston’s upper-echelon restaurants will offer a Prix Fixe menu with 3-course lunches for $20.09 and dinners for $33.09. It’s a great opportunity to get out into the city and try all that these restaurants have to offer!
This restaurant week, [...]

Last week’s meals were great, it was really helpful to get back into the swing of things with meal planning… and I’m excited for everything I’ve planned for this week!
Monday
Spinach salad with strawberries and almonds Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Poached egg with asparagus and truffle oil Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Mini steak sandwiches with horseradish and tomato
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After a couple of weeks of family vacation and eating in restaurants, I’m ready to get back into meal planning… and this week’s meals sound delicious!
Monday
Herb Roasted Chicken Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Manicotti Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Saag paneer Spring the recipe!
Thursday
Stuffed red peppers Spring the recipe!
Friday
Sauteed chicken with pear-raspberry sauce Spring the recipe! [...]

Check out these DIY stain removal tips from Gal’s Guide.  You’ll be happy to have them as a reference the next time you have a spill.  I’ve made a list of everything you need to remove practically every type of stain. Take a look at the list & put together a little kit to make [...]

If you’ve seen the movie 27 Dresses, you know that brides can choose pretty hideous dresses for their bridesmaids. That’s why I was thrilled when my brother’s fiance told me I could pick my own dress – something I felt comfortable in and liked, but that also fit the bride’s specifications.
In order to aid in [...]

Going back to meal planning last week was great for me. It’s finally starting to feel like summer in Boston, and that’s definitely reflected in my meal choices this week…
Monday
Beer can chicken Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Grilled veggie burgers and perfect french fries Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Grilled corn with shrimp salad Spring the recipe!
Thursday
Summer [...]