While October is actually my own birthday month (fellow Scorpios, put your hands up), the past several weeks I've been celebrating my sister's 25th birthday that was at the end of September. To commemorate, my family took a trip to Napa to enjoy all of the wine, food and time together which we … [Read more...] about Birthday Cake Bliss Balls
Recipes
Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Apple Cider Vinaigrette
There's many things to love about fall--cozy sweaters, warm pumpkin drinks, time spent with family, just to name a few. And while I adore all of the above, I'm also a major lover of the seasonal produce that's available this time of year. Between the squash, apples and root vegetables, I'm truly in … [Read more...] about Fall Harvest Salad with Maple Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
As the high's still 100 degrees here in Austin today, a part of me feels a little silly embracing anything pumpkin themed in the slightest. But growing up in Kansas City we enjoyed all of the four seasons in their entirety, so fall still holds a special place in my heart. Just thinking of the … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Pie Energy Balls
Cauliflower “Mac & Cheese”
Growing up, my family would always stay at the same hotel in Austin (and still does today) on our way to and from summer camp in the Texas Hill Country. When we were a bit older in high school, we'd eat dinner at the gorgeous hotel restaurant overlooking Lady Bird Lake and the trail. But for those … [Read more...] about Cauliflower “Mac & Cheese”
“Takeout” Tempeh & Broccoli
While I'm by no means a vegetarian, I do work to incorporate several meatless meals into my weekly rotation. I believe in giving your body whatever it's calling for, and for me that's often a grass-fed burger one night and a fully plant-based dinner the next. So whether you're embracing a full-on … [Read more...] about “Takeout” Tempeh & Broccoli
Air Fryer Blistered Shishito Peppers
Though the temperatures here in Austin by no means scream fall quite yet, the Texas Longhorn pandemonium is already in full swing, and I'm here for it! Football is no joke in this town, and I've been lucky enough to join my family at games for all of the festivities. Plus, my boyfriend, Sam, is a … [Read more...] about Air Fryer Blistered Shishito Peppers