Pancake mix is something that I always have on hand. You know, the ‘just add water’ kind that makes it super easy to have a hot and satisfying meal any time of day even if the cupboards are almost bare. Pancakes are great, but the mix can also be used as an ingredient in other […]
LA Fair Food Preview
It’s Los Angeles County Fair time! The Fair runs through the end of the month and, of course, there is so much to do (and eat!) that you’ll want to go more than once. Fair food is typically decadent and often deep fried and extraordinarily large. This year you’ll find some old favorites and some […]
Nesquik Chocolate Ice Blended Frappuccino
Does your family like frozen beverages? Mine does, but they can get very pricey when you buy them at a coffee shop. Here’s an inexpensive and easy recipe for a chocolate frappe that refreshes without breaking the bank. It’s simple enough for little kids to help and bigger ones will be able to make it […]
Royal Thai Orchid – Orange, California
Thai food is a family favorite. From the outside, Royal Thai Orchid looks like a casual restaurant in a tired strip mall. Once you open the door, it’s obvious that this is an upscale dining experience. The decor is lovely and the tables are set with white linens. Each table has a vase with fresh […]
Mango Passion Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Tropical fruit flavors are deliciously blended, when you follow this mango passion fruit smoothie recipe. This is a tropical treat that is creamy and