Spring Cocktail Recipes New season, new cocktails! I love all the beautiful flowers that come with spring. The azaleas are so pretty this time of year in Alabama and we have some gorgeous pink ones that surround our house in Birmingham. We’ve been having some issues with Bonnie digging in the backyard, so we’re working to correct this issue.. any…
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Can you think of a better way to spend a birthday weekend, than swimming in a pool of sprinkles? I can’t! Birthday Weekend in Miami, FL This weekend we flew down to Miami to spend time celebrating my sister’s 30th birthday, and we wanted to make sure everything was larger than life. A few days before our trip, I was…
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Protein Shake Diet Raise your hand if you’ve ever created a truly disgusting smoothie? Too much powder, overloaded on the greens, not enough fruit, too much water… Yeah I’ve been there, and they’ve gone straight down the sink. It’s pretty frustrating after you just prepped all the ingredients, assembled your blender, and then end up having to clean it all…
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It’s heating up here in the South which we are more than thrilled about. The first pretty Sunday, as my Dad would call it, is upon us which means we’ll be having more meals outside. YAY! Backyard BBQ’s and neighborhood pot luck’s will all be served on the patio if weather permits, so I always make sure to have some…
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Thank you to Vionic for providing the shoes for this post. Summer Sandals for Women Every year when Spring rolls around I begin to hunt for the perfect sandal that is going to carry me throughout all the sunshiny seasons. You know, that pair that pretty much goes with every outfit; that you can just throw on with skinny jeans,…
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Okay, let’s be real. If you’re from the South, your weekends are pretty much owned by weddings and football all calendar year. This is nationally known and is laughable from the outside, but it’s a real thing. Even The Knot warns brides of avoidable wedding dates if you’re planning to be married in the great state of Alabama, and SPOILER…
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Where to Shop Online for Spring| Women’s Clothing Spring is right around the corner! I can feel it! As I mentioned a few weeks ago, I am gearing up for a few beach trips, and you can read about how I am preparing here. A big pay off for eating well and exercising is feeling confident in your clothing. I’ve…
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Putting on the list of things I never want to do again: Spend an entire day wearing a dress with boning for 14+ hours Wedding Day Recap: What Would You Change? Of course, there are things that I would change about my wedding day! Some are big, some are small. It’s hard to think of every last detail, so some…
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How to Start a Smoothie Kick With swimsuit season right around the corner, I always find myself wishing I had started my smoothie kick earlier! Replacing one meal a day with a smoothie can be a great way to lose weight, or just add more nutrients to your diet. For me, smoothies are the best way to get fiber, collagen,…
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Cobb Salad with Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Some go-to salads for me are a kale Caesar and a good Cobb salad. Traditionally, a Cobb salad is full of different meats, like ham, chicken, and bacon plus vegetables such as, avocado, tomato, cucumber and red onion. Bleu cheese and shredded cheddar are also popular toppings. The best thing about making your salads…
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Healthy Salad Recipes This year my bathing suit season is being pushed up a little earlier than usual. We have two trips to Miami coming up, so its CRUNCH(es) TIME! To prepare, I’ll be cranking up the workouts with more strength training and intensifying my cardio. As far as “diet” goes, I’ll be incorporating more veggies, proteins, and greens, so…
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I’m excited to finally share this recipe for Skinny Lemon Tuscan Chicken! It ended up being a massive hit on my InstagramStories a few weeks back, and I usually share recipes there first, so come follow along! One-Pan Dinner Ideas Coming home after a long day to prepare a meal that’s actually going to take you TWICE as long to…
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Small Kitchen Appliance Must-Haves for 2018 1. Blender A blender is an incredibly useful tool to have in the kitchen. I fell in love with this DashTM Digital Blender three years ago, it does everything I need it to do, and more! It blends for smoothies, purees for dips and sauces, heats for soups, and freezes for margaritas! 2. Cuisinart Egg…
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GLOW is the South’s newest beauty craze, but don’t worry you won’t have to spend hours behind a mirror practicing this new trend. No tutorials required!! Which is great because I know we all love some instant gratification, and that’s what you’ll get with this innovative piece of beauty technology. GLOW is an on-demand beauty app available on your smartphone. Their head…
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Tips and Recipes for Entertaining Today, I’m sharing some entertaining tips on seamlessly pulling off a any party at your home with no stress and little mess. I know we are all incredibly busy so below you will find pre-made appetizer ideas and how to elevate them with your own specials touch. Easy Party Appetizers I think it’s safe…
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What to Include on Your Charcuterie Boards Cheese boards are the best, right? It makes the perfect little snack for a girls wine night, a dinner party, or a holiday gathering. You name a time and place, and I’ll confidently say that a cheese board is always appropriate AND appreciated. One Thing I Never Leave Off a Cheese Board Although…
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The Moscow Mule The Moscow Mule has become one of the most favored drinks in America and for a good reason! With just three ingredients you can make this popular cocktail at home. The ginger beer is what makes this cocktail unique, and while there are many different brands out there, they are not all created equal. The fresh ginger taste…
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Best Affordable Wines If there’s one thing I have learned from my parents, it’s always to have a good bottle of wine on hand. Definitely not the most important lesson, but one that sticks with me, especially when the holidays roll around. My parents are seasoned vets when it comes to hosting guests for the holidays. Both were born and…
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$40 Off Your First Month of Blue Apron! Plated vs. Blue Apron If you’re like me, you spent the weekend indulging in BBQ and beer, and probably need to pump the brakes! This Creamy Corn Risotto is light and meat-free, making it a great option for “meatless Monday”. We received this recipe in our Plated box a few weeks back and I…
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Well, that was fun… and kinda scary! First of all. Thank you to all my friends and family who have been so supportive during this scary, but exciting new venture of starting a blog. It’s definitely easier said than done to take something you’re passionate about, turn it into a tangible thing, and present it to the world, knowing you’ll…
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My hair person just opened a brand new salon in Birmingham, AL called Hairfolk. Check out their new digs! HairFolk Salon | Birmingham, AL Founded by highly sought-after hair stylist Eric Goss in September of 2017, Hairfolk is Birmingham’s newest high-end hair salon that specializes in expert cuts, styling and coloring techniques, such as balayage, and most importantly, stylists you…
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Football season is right around the corner and there’s no way you’re cheering on the Tide without a Yellowhammer in hand. Get the recipe below, and fuel your team up by making some of my favorite game day appetizers like, Guacamole, deviled eggs, and hot spinach artichoke dip. Roll Tide! The Skinny Yellow Hammer If there were ever a drink to…
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Classic Deviled Eggs with a Modern Twist Many southern deviled egg recipes include pickles, and I’m not opposed! My first true love is pickles. But, if there’s one category of pickles that I HATE, it’s sweet pickles. Bread and Butter pickles should not exist in my opinion. That’s just ME! I know plenty of people who like them, and I…
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The secrets to perfect guacamole lie in the avocado. Learn how to create the best guacamole at home!
The grapefruit and the orange are definitely cousins, but they couldn’t be more different in terms of flavor. Grapefruit is bitter, slightly tart, and sour, with a hint of sweetness thrown in. You’ll notice grapefruit isn’t always the go-to fruit when it comes to mixing cocktails, but that’s only because you haven’t mixed it with tequila yet! El Barrio |…
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There’s an elephant in the room, and of course he’s holding a yellow hammer… ALCOHOL HAS CALORIES. Sorry. There’s no way around it. However, there are ways in which you can intake less of the sugar, carbs, and calories when drinking. I think the first step creating a healthy lifestyle, is making a conscious effort to try and create better eating…
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I adapted this Asian meatball recipe from an old Blue Apron recipe box we received last year. We LOVED it so much I have kept the recipe card and continue to make it! Read more about my experience with Blue Apron and meal delivery services here. Highly recommend trying it! How to Make Asian Meatballs 1 lb ground pork or…
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Here it is folks, I’m here to share my biggest blog adventure yet, and of course, it involves chocolate chip cookies. Best Place to Buy Cookie Cakes in the South Deanna and I had the chance to go visit the Great American Cookie location in Brookwood Mall to learn all about how they operate, decorate, and continue to make…
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This week we are celebrating big in the Magic City! After ten years of being nominated as a James Beard finalist, Frank Stitt has finally snagged his well deserved James Beard medal for Outstanding Restaurant and Outstanding Pastry Chef. Hats off to you and your team! But there’s also a cool new guy in town, as Birmingham now has its…
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Hello Friends! I cannot believe May is already here. March and April were filled with wedding festivities, birthday celebrations, food celebrations, and 2 trips to Miami. This month is bound to be just as fun, and I have tons of goodies coming your way! I wanted to give you a little snapshot of things you can expect to see from…
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