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One Pot Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup

Stay warm with this stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe that is an easy one pot recipe. It’s also healthy, gluten-free and has a vegan option.One Pot Easy Stovetop Vegetarian Taco Soup Recipe

We’re only a week into November and I’ve already started to feel the holiday rush.

You know that feeling that your ‘To Do’ list is growing at an alarming rate and then you realize you haven’t booked flights for your trip home yet? And you still need to get a flu shot? And now thanks to daylight savings it’s suddenly dark at 5pm?

These (literally) dark times call for easy comfort food, like this vegetarian taco soup. This soup is also as easy as can be, with only one pot needed. That means easy clean up and less hassle.

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Wine Tasting in Livermore, California

When you’re visiting California wine country, skip Napa and go wine tasting in Livermore Valley. First on your list should be Wente Vineyards. Here’s why…
Wine Tasting Livermore - Wente Vineyards Tasting Room & Restaurant

Last weekend I finally had a few days off from the hospital, so Pat and I did the short drive from San Francisco to the Livermore Valley wine region.  Our only agenda was a relaxing day at Wente Vineyards. Wente is honestly one of the prettiest wineries we’ve ever visited. The white buildings remind me of our trip to South Africa. The temperate fall weather and palm trees really made it feel like we were on vacation…. Read More »

Healthy Greek Salad Flatbread Pizza

A Greek Salad Flatbread Pizza recipe? Just trust me! It’s the healthiest pizza ever, but still DELICIOUS. You’ll love the lavash crust and fresh toppings.

Healthy Flatbread Pizza Recipe Easy Appetizer Idea

I love having recipes on hand that work just as well for a quick snack as they do for an appetizer, or even a meal. These flatbread pizzas are truly so versatile. As if being able to eat them for any occasion isn’t enough, they also take just minutes to put together.

Still not convinced? They are also totally guilt free and made with whole ingredients. No greasy crust or mountains of cheese to be found.

Intrigued? Read on for the flatbread pizza recipe…

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Easy Salmon Recipe with Orange & Fennel – Dinner in 15 Minutes

Dinner is ready in 10 minutes with this easy salmon recipe with orange and fennel. Poached salmon is moist and flaky, and only one pot means easy clean up!

Healthy Easy Salmon Recipe with Orange & Fennel

We enjoyed this meal for dinner last night for the third time in three weeks! It’s seriously so easy to make that it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. There’s nothing like coming home from a long day at the hospital to a gourmet salmon meal. There’s also nothing like a glass of an amazing Pinot Noir at the end of said workday.

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Things to Do in Dallas, Texas – Dining & Activity Guide

Going to Dallas? Here’s where to eat and drink, where to find the best murals and other things to do in Dallas, Texas on your trip! P.S. – many are FREE!Things to Do in Dallas Texas - Travel Guide, Where to Eat

This was my first visit to Dallas. Brandon and I spent a long weekend there checking out the chic new Canopy Hotel in Uptown as part of a content creation project with Hilton.

We fell in love with this vibrant and colorful city and the friendly people who live there. It definitely exceeded my expectations – especially their food scene, which is the perfect mix of Tex-Mex classics and new, more contemporary, dining options. It also checked all my boxes in terms of Instagram opportunities (mural game is STRONG) and free or cheap things to do.

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Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown Hotel Review

Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown is the hottest hotel in Dallas! We loved everything from cool decor to the comfy beds to the amazing breakfast buffet.Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown Review - Best Trendy Boutique Hotel Texas

I had the pleasure of jetting away to Dallas, Texas last weekend to check out the new Canopy by Hilton in Uptown Dallas. Canopy is a new line of hotels by Hilton. Dallas is one of the first properties that they’ve opened.

In the words of one of the Canopy staff, “This isn’t your father’s Hilton.”

Read on for a room tour and review of Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown…… Read More »