Quinoa is one of my favorite superfoods. It’s got protein, fiber, and loads of vitamins and minerals — plus it’s tasty. One of my favorite ways to celebrate quinoa is with this super simple salad.
Author: stacy.louise
Product Review: Belton Farm White Fox Cheese
They say not to judge a book by its cover. They never said anything about a cheese’s label…
Not sure what kind of cheese I wanted to garnish my salad with, I was perusing all the reliable stand-by’s at my local Safeway. Nothing seemed to be calling out to me. I really wanted something unique, something that would pop, something that could simultaneously stand out on the dish but blend well with the rest of the recipe. Then I saw Belton Farm’s latest addition to its cheese family and I just had to ask myself…
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Event: Fremont Burger & Brews
categories: Beer & Cocktails, Booze
Overcast clouds and a bit of rain didn’t stop the Bay Area from some big bites at Fremont’s Burger & Brew Fest last Saturday.
Fremont’s city hub closed it’s street to celebrate local cuisines and California craft brews. For $35, guests were allotted 10 5-ounce tasting pours — that’s 50 ounces of brewski! — and with reps presenting anywhere between 2 to 8 beers each, there was definitely something to please every palate.
The Breweries: Das Brew / Hanger 24 / Speakeasy / Mendocino Brewing Company / Golden Road Brewing / Stone Brewing Co. / Peak Organic / Goose Island / Elysian / 10 Barrel Brewing Co. / Deschutes Brewery / Shock Top / BudLight / Joe IPA
Now, I’m not going to lie to you, I’m a bit of a light weight when it comes to beers. But, like I said, with so many options at the Brew Fest, I knew I was bound to find something to appease my picky tastebuds….
Daily Drinker: Toad Hollow 2015 Rose
Perfect as a summer sipper or paired with a light cuisine, Toad Hollow 2015 is a fun and versatile daily drinker.
Cranberry, Orange & Almond Shortbread Cookies
I love making shortbread cookies because they are so easy to make and a huge crowd pleaser. I recently made this recipe for a potluck event, but I’ve also used them as tasty gifts for birthdays and Christmas. Depending on the event or the giftee, try swapping out the filling. I’ve used the shortbread base to make mint chocolate chip, white chocolate macadamia, and butter pecan. The possibilities are endless…
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