Is anyone else guilty of eating a few too many hotdogs and ice cream cones this summer? I know that I am. If you’re looking to get back on track and fit into your cute leggings and sweaters, salad seems like the go-to choice. But eating lettuce day after day can be so boring. So what’s a […]
Why not end things on a high note to end summer with a little backyard gathering? From appetizers and sides, entrees, desserts, and even cocktails, we’ve got you covered with some first-rate recipes, so you can throw the best Labor Day bash ever. Appetizers & Sides Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip Grilled Peaches with Blue Cheese and […]
If you’re a fellow pimento cheese lover, you’re going to be in heaven with these 30 recipes we’ve rounded up, including recipes that are on the lighter side, vegan and dairy-free. For picnics, potlucks and patio parties, Pimento Cheese is always a favorite. There’s something for everyone in this collection of 30 Pimento Cheese Recipes […]
A few weeks ago, we brought you a round-up of our favorite LKN desserts – but wait, we’ve got one more to add. Whit’s Frozen Custard of Davidson opened on Monday, August 18th and it’s ridiculously delicious. Those of you from the Northeast and Midwest may be familiar with similar frozen custard shops (Kohr’s and […]
As parents, it is really frustrating to spend lots of time preparing school lunches, only to have them merely picked at, thrown away, or traded for some highly processed food-like substance. It is also difficult to think of new lunch ideas that are both healthy and appealing to kids, but I am here to help […]
Breakfast. The most important meal of the day. Everyone’s heard that, right? However, it’s really the meal most people skimp on. And replace with large buckets of coffee. We are all in a hurry {ahem, running late}, rushing out the door to get to work, school or the gym. The next time you are in […]
As parents, it is really frustrating to spend lots of time preparing lunches for our children only to have them merely picked at, thrown away, or traded for some highly processed food-like substance. It is also difficult to think of new lunch ideas that are both healthy and appealing to kids, but I am here […]
What’s one thing that can make holding onto these last days of summer a bit easier? We’re suggesting a cold scoop of ice cream. And of course, today’s ice cream means so much more than plain old vanilla. Or even just plain old ice cream. Whether you’re on the hunt for new flavors or loyal to […]
I am devoted to LaCroix. I buy the big mixed case at Costco, along with my super-size tubs of Palmetto Pimento Cheese and 20 0z. bags of Sea Salt Somersaults, and then at least another $250 worth of whatever catches my eye. Which is why I can only go to Costco once a month, ’cause […]
Cucumbers are a staple that you’ll find in even the most basic salads. A lot of people complain that they can be boring and don’t have much taste, but I find that when used in the right way, cucumbers can be appetizing, refreshing, and surprisingly tasty. Cucumbers also have antioxidants and anti-cancer properties, can fight inflammation, […]
Exciting news for Lake Norman (Davidson’s) very own KINDRED!! Bon Appetit Magazine has named it one of the top 50 new restaurants in America…..and they are in the running for top 10! Needless to say the Kindred fam (pictured below) must be doing backflips and crossing their fingers and toes for a TOP 10 spot! […]
Do yourself a favor and become familiar with some amazing farm to fork options right here in the Queen City If you pride yourself on being a local foodie, then you will want to keep reading. It’s one thing to know about the new chain down the street or the second location of a popular restaurant, but […]
