Everyone seems to be gaga over pumpkin right now, and while I definitely understand the hype, I’d like to turn your attention to butternut squash- a winter vegetable that is low in calories, high in dietary fiber, and has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory benefits. It even contains more vitamin A than pumpkin. While you probably don’t […]
Over the summer, I got into the habit of drinking an icy cold smoothie for breakfast every morning. They were not only refreshing, but the smoothies also made me feel energized, healthy, and well-nourished. Well, it might be cooling off outside, but I have no plans of packing up my blender any time soon. Even […]
Before you stash away your bathing suit for the season, consider soaking up the last days of beach weather on the Georgia coast. Many of us stay in the Carolinas for our fix of sun and sand, but you can road trip to ST. SIMONS ISLAND in about five hours. Tourists flock to St. Simons […]
Don’t just watch the leaves change from inside this year…get out there! Experience what Southern Living considers the South’s best Season with these pick your own pumpkin and apple spots near Charlotte. Whether you’re looking for a place to explore with the kids or a fun day date, here are our best picks: Best spot […]
Yes, the kids are back in school and summer vacays are finished, but if you think that road trips are done for the year, that’s where we’ll prove you wrong. We’ve crafted a full day of wine-tasting and touring that’s perfect for a girl’s day, a weekend date, a special celebration, or just taking in […]
Even if you’re one of the many Queen City residents raised north (or west) of the Mason-Dixon line, you’ve surely discovered the joys of Southern food. From the Krispy Kreme bread pudding at Savannah Red to the famous fried chicken at Price’s Chicken Coop, we can taste our way through the heritage of our “New […]
Yes, the kids are back in school and summer vacays are finished, but if you think that road trips are done for the year, that’s where we’ll prove you wrong. We’ve crafted a full day of wine-tasting and touring that’s perfect for a girl’s day, a weekend date, a special celebration, or just taking in […]
I always associate back-to-school time with falling leaves, lattes, crisp air, orchards, and cozy sweaters. However, the reality is that it is still pretty hot out there, and it doesn’t look like I’ll be packing away my shorts any time soon. No one wants warm comfort food as an after school (or work) snack at this […]
I really hate to be the bearer of bad news, but before we know it, there will be no more weekends spent by the pool, far less cookouts in the backyard, and we’ll have to pack away those cute sundresses until next year. I say, let’s take advantage of all that the summertime has to offer […]
Nothing says summer like the sights and sounds of a vibrant farmer’s market. Fruits, vegetables, local art; I can’t get enough. And luckily for us, there are plenty of Charlotte markets where we can soak up the last few days and foods of summer. It’s not all Kings Drive and Yorktown either. Check out some […]
Nothing says summer to me like eating BBQ with all the fixins, but it’s always so messy to serve at grown up parties and tailgating, and it’s no fun trying to balance a plate, a beer and eat a sandwich all while standing in heels on grass swatting mosquitos. This one-dish wonder solves the balancing […]
Products such as coconut water, coconut milk, and coconut oil seem to be everywhere lately, and chances are, you’ve tried them before. But how about coconut flour? If you’ve never tried coconut flour, you’re really missing out. Coconut flour is a versatile alternative to traditional wheat flour, and it adds a light tropical flavor to baked […]
