When the days are so hot and humid you think you are in Florida, but your’e still in San Diego, it’s time to hit the water and let the cooling sea breezes wash over you! Throw in a concert, snacks and a few good friends and you have the makings of a perfect evening. Now what to eat on a sailboat is the question? Roast beef, horseradish, asparagus and peppers! It’s dinner that eats like a snack! Continue reading
Conversations with girlfriends….you never know where they will lead you but it’s usually great fun! Women love to share! They share their ideas, experiences, feelings and we always come away feeling inspired, comforted or enlightened. Sometimes we just need to vent too. I love my husband but there’s nothing like talking with your girlfriends! Continue reading
Celebrate! What’s a birthday party without cake and candles? Our granddaughter Caitlin just turned 2 years old and I wanted to bake a cake for her party. The challenge was two fold for me. First off, I’m not a big sweet eater or baking genius. Secondly, one whole side of the family has varying degrees of gluten intolerance. Being family, we all jump on the gluten free train when we are together. I know it makes me feel better too! Wheat flour is a perfect creation in nature so to have the same effect without gluten is truly an art! So what did I do? Continue reading
Throwing a party for your guy? Ask him what he wants. You may be very surprised to find out he has very specific ideas! My friend Amanda did just that when it came time to celebrate a major milestone in her husband Jeff’s life. After years of hard work, Jeff received his PhD in Public Health. Now it was time to party! So what did Jeff want for his perfect party? Continue reading
Today is the anniversary of our 1st date! I told my husband, “We’re celebrating with ice cream!” He said, “Ice cream! I’m all about ice cream!” What a surprise! My husband and my Dad are crazy about ice cream, Rocky Road in particular. But today I go back to one of my favorite childhood sweet treats; one my Mom and I used to make at Christmas. English Toffee! Continue reading
Passionate kisses are wonderful but a girls gotta eat. Give me cheesy kisses! And a bottle of wine, a loaf of bread and thee. All the right ingredients for the start to a very Happy Valentine’s Evening! I love recipes that look like you went to a lot of trouble but are a snap to make. These kisses will get you kisses in return! Continue reading
It was a beautiful day in so many ways. One of those 80 degree weather days in January in San Diego. Perfectly warm and sunny, not a cloud in the sky and I was going to spend it with a great friend of mine! What could be better? Well, I was about to find out.
Rice and beans were made for each other. They go together like peanut butter and jelly, wine and cheese, and a wink and a smile! You can split them up but they always seem to find their way back together onto your plate. So why fight it! Toss ’em in the same pot together and they, and you, will be ever so happy! Continue reading
Aren’t tiny things the cutest? Puppies and kittens, babies and, of course, food! There is something about mini sized food and desserts that just beg you to pop them in your mouth. Maybe it’s because even the most decadent dessert or gooey cheesey treat seems harmless to the waistline if you eat them in the smallest of bites. They are so very festive and cheerful, sitting there, waiting for you, taunting you “Eat me! I am delicious!” And so you do. And you are so happy you did! Continue reading
This little piggy is a Super Star! Around our house we have the 80/20 Rule. 80% of the time we eat very healthy, tasty foods consisting of mostly vegetables and chicken or fish with lots of flavor! Not boring little piles of things you are supposed to eat. Oh, but when that 20% of the time rolls around we are very naughty! OK….for us very naughty is tacos, french fries, pizza, ice cream/sweets of any kind and real BACON! Pork fat rules on these days!
July 24th, 2016
June 6th, 2016
May 17th, 2016
April 27th, 2016
April 13th, 2016
March 31st, 2016
March 21st, 2016
Life of the Party Always (LOTPA) is about socializing and making every occasion with friends and family a festive one .
Follow me
Back To Top