Live Well

If you’re like me, preparing lunches and snacks for school aged children isn’t always easy.  Staying inspired, keeping your kids eating healthy and navigating personal and school dietary restrictions can...

Sangria is one of my favorite cocktails to serve at a party! It’s easy to make in big batches and present in serve-yourself-style. It’s also an easy thing to check...

I love a big Holiday buffet and enjoy indulging in the treats of the season. From stuffed mushrooms to a well executed cheese board, it is often stocked with rich,...

The Bloody Mary is a classic brunch cocktail and perfect for the holiday entertaining season.  When I host, I love to make my guests feel at home by putting them...

Let’s be honest. We are all busy! But, we still know how important it is to stay energized and eat well. Finding fun ways to get good food on the...

Cupid loves his chocolate! This Valentine's Day, we are making our own truffles.

Baked apples bring instant warmth and seasonality to your home. Don’t limit your baking to only Granny Smith.  Matsu, Pink Lady and Honeycrisp varieties are also fantastic in the oven...

Kick off to another great season of “Leaf Peeping” with this delicious cocktail. This is a fall elixir that will set a precedent for all things fun, fall and fab!...

I love Olivio Buttery Spray!  Olivio Buttery Spray and the new Olivio Parmesan Spray let you easily enjoy the healthy goodness of Mediterranean Olive Oil with rich buttery flavor. Think...

Entertaining in the summer should feel effortless.  But just because things come together quickly doesn’t mean they can’t taste posh! The sophistication of this cocktail bite comes in it’s simplicity: radish+Olivio+anchovy+sea...

There are so many delicious and healthy ways to enjoy Olivio in your kitchen.  We agree that Olivio makes an outstanding spread, but have you ever tried using Olivio as...

Frozen treats are a great way to stay cool on a hot summer day.  Make your own creamy coconut pineapple slush by combining 1 can of light coconut milk with...

I believe healthy food should be delicious…and fun! I want my children to be excited and enjoy nutritious food and I love when we both agree on a great treat...

Fire up the grill and let’s celebrate the warmer days with this delicious Grilled Lime Margarita.  I like to use the “3:2:1” ratio when I make my margaritas~  3 parts...

Clams are a favorite in this house.  They are packed with iron, high in protein and rich in heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids. It’s no wonder that so many of the...

Two years ago, I was pregnant with my first child and olive oil tasting in Abruzzo, Itlay with my husband AJ. What a memory!  We were on a culinary extravaganza...

Visualize sunny days with this Mango Tahini Smoothie and tackle the last few days of winter by packing your morning with fruits and veggies.  Go ahead, and check 3 servings of ruffage off the...

Feel the glow!  2015 certainly deserves your best face forward and this smoothie is packed with radiance.  Frozen blueberries make-up the foundation, avocado adds a decadent, creamy texture and mint makes this...

The Mayo Clinic reports that regular consumption of olive oil, as part of the Mediterranean diet, can help you reduce your risk of heart disease and live an overall healthier...