Make your own fruity chia seed water by brewing raspberry tea and adding chia seeds for a nutritious and filling beverage. If you’ve never had chia seed water, this post might weird you out. The first time I ever tried chia seed water was when I received a bottle of Mama Chia Chia Beverage during…
How to Make a Smoothie Bowl
Mix things up by turning your usual smoothie into a thick smoothie bowl, topped with ingredients like sliced fruit, chopped nuts, and granola. Smoothie bowls are such a fun spin on the usual smoothies a lot of us make. They’re basically just a thicker version of smoothies. Plus, they’re covered in toppings for added texture…
Hot Lemon Ginger Water with Honey
Warm up with a mug of this hot lemon, ginger, and honey water that can aid in digestion, ease a sore throat, and help an upset stomach. There are two reasons why this recipe brings me so much joy: 1. I recently discovered how delicious this simple combo is and am excited to share it,…
Homemade Almond Milk
Make creamy almond milk from scratch to get a pure, nutty flavor without the additives of many store-bought brands. I’m not a routine almond milk drinker, but I like to use it in place of cow’s milk once in awhile because it has certain benefits over dairy (just as dairy has certain benefits over almond…
How to Juice Without a Juicer
Just because you don’t have a juicer, doesn’t mean you can’t reap the benefits of fresh cold-pressed juice. Read my tips for how to juice fresh fruits and veggies using a blender. If you’ve been following my Instagram over the past couple months, you’ve probably seen me regularly start posting about juicing. Although I typically…
Red, White & Blue Sangria
Celebrate Independence day—or any day—with this patriotic sangria that gets its red, white, and blue colors from berries, star-shaped apples, and white wine. Happy [almost] Fourth of July! Since the holiday falls on a Wednesday this year, and we both have the day off work, Matt and I are planning to start the morning with…
Vietnamese Cold Brew Coffee
For a sweet and refreshing treat, make this Vietnamese-style coffee using cold brew and sweetened condensed milk. Whether you want to start your day on a sweet note or are craving a caffeinated dessert, you need Vietnamese iced coffee in your life. The first time I tried this drink, I was on an incredible journey…
Sangria Popsicles
If you’re a sangria fan, you’ll love these red wine sangria popsicles filled with fruit for an alcoholic frozen treat. Get ready to bust out the vino because today is National Wine Day! To celebrate this wonderful holiday, I’ve prepared a boozy popsicle recipe for you. And if you don’t have time to make popsicles…
Refreshing Green Smoothie with Apple, Celery, and Spinach
For a green smoothie that’s full of basic, good-for-you ingredients, try this refreshing combination that gets its flavor profile from fruits and veggies like apple, celery, spinach, and banana. Happy March!! Spring is so close that I can almost taste the tulips (too weird?). With the glorious spring season comes the chance for renewal and growth…
Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie
For a thick, protein-packed fruit smoothie, try this simple recipe for a delicious Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie! Some smoothies are just too pretty not to share. I usually just throw a little of this and that into the blender (which usually ends up being a variation of my Berry Spinach Smoothie), but there was more method…
Pear, Bacon, and Goat Cheese Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Make this mixed greens salad filled with fall flavors, including pears, bacon, pecans, pomegranate, and goat cheese—all tied together with a homemade maple balsamic vinaigrette. Happy week of Thanksgiving!!! I’m more than ready for this holiday season, and what better way to jump right in than with a week of food, people, and giving thanks?…
Spiced Cranberry Orange Red Sangria
Make this festive fall sangria recipe using cranberries, orange, apple, and spices for a flavorful beverage sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Ohhhhh, sangria. Why are you so delicious?! I’ve been wanting to make a fall-themed sangria for ages, and as of yesterday, I have the perfect combination of flavors. I used cranberries…
Sweet Peach Iced Tea
Cool down with a refreshing glass of iced tea sweetened and flavored with homemade peach simple syrup. I’ve been on an iced tea kick for awhile, and today I’m taking it to a new level. I said it in my July favorites, and I’m here to remind you how wonderful iced tea is. Since I…
The Best Blended Mocha Ever
Whip up this sweet, chocolaty coffee beverage for a refreshing drink to cool down during the hot months. I’ve been on a quest to create a delicious and sweet coffee beverage for years. Since it’s been so hot here in San Diego lately, I decided to try my hand at another concoction this past weekend….
Energizing Breakfast Smoothie
Start your day with a boost by making this filling breakfast smoothie that will surely make your coffee-loving taste buds happy. Happy Monday and happy Memorial Day! Whether you have to work today or not, I’ve got a caffeine-filled smoothie concoction that will be sure to get your day started right. It’s extremely basic, and…
