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Summer Tomatoes. Caprese Toast plus Six Favorite Recipes

Aug 6, 2018 | scoop team

Can we all agree that a juicy tomato is summer’s gift to us? I think we can. Tomatoes and summer are synonymous in my book, so make sure you get them while they’re ripe! Missing tomato season is a tragic mistake I’ve made in the past, so please learn from me. My all time favorite tomato […]


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Our Favorite Watermelon Recipes: Salsa, Salad, Pizza, Popsicles, Cake & More.

Jun 28, 2018 | scoop team

This recipe brought to you by Puppies & Brunch Is there anything worse than being hot in the summer? I am instantly in a bad mood when I’m stuck outside in 95 degree heat with no way of cooling down. The temperature in Charlotte is supposed to be upwards of 90 degrees for the next few weeks, so […]



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Super Bowl Party Decor, Drinks and Dishes.

Jan 25, 2018 | scoop team

Throw the ultimate Super Bowl Party with these creative tips for this year’s matchup. We’re Switzerland in this Epic Battle & Went for Team Neutral Picks – Just Add Your Team Colors! DECOR & PARTY GAMES: Because it’s the little things that count. Click pictures for direct link. Get your kids in the game-day mood with […]


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15 Soups to Get You Through Winter

Jan 9, 2018 | scoop team

Day after day of below freezing temperatures has me hankering for soup. If you’re like me and wanting something hardy and warm on these frigid evenings, take a look at some of the best soups to get us through hibernation this winter: Red Lentil Soup with Sage & Bacon: Did you say bacon?! Yes, I’ll […]


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Spooktacular Recipes for Halloween

Oct 14, 2017 | scoop team

Fall has officially arrived and Halloween is just around the corner. Here are 13 spooktacular recipes that you’ll want to sink your fangs into.  Nut-Allergy Friendly / School Safe:  Food allergies can be a big struggle during this festive holiday, as it’s not easy to tell what’s lurking behind those various candy wrappers. Every kid […]




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One Pan Sheet Pan Dinners for Busy Summer Weeknights

May 21, 2017 | scoop team

These ONE-PAN-PLANS are the perfect additions to your weeknight recipe rotations. Easy Peasy, Clean-up is Quick & Breezy. Click on the photos to be taken to the full recipe posts from sliceofjess.com. One Sheet Sausage + Peppers + Onions  Serve over Rice or (low-carb) Zucchini Noodles with a squeeze of Lemon and Sesame Seeds. 


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10 Creative Ways to Drink Tequila: Crafted by 2 Charlotte Mixologists.

Apr 28, 2017 | scoop team

Cinco De Mayo is just around the corner, so let’s spice-up your festivities with Tequila. Here are 10 Liberations Carefully Crafted by the King & Queen of Crown Town’s Cocktail Scene. Meet Amanda Britton: Originally from New Jersey, Amanda has been shaking her way through the Queen City for over 6 years now. She has a plethora of knowledge when […]


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COUNTDOWN TO CINCO – 46 Recipes for Your Cinco De Mayo This Year

Apr 22, 2017 | scoop team

Holy Guacamole, Let’s throw a Cinco De Mayo Party. Cinco De Mayo 2017 falls on a Friday. Is there a better excuse to gather friends and family around the patio or table to enjoy apps, dinner and drinks with a bit of Mexican flair? We think not. Here are some of the best recipes to […]



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