Consider this recipe a public service announcement – get your root veggies while you still can people! It’s February folks, and before we know it, it will be asparagus season. And then berry season! Definitely, things to look forward to, but alas, butternut squash and sweet potatoes will be long gone. I recommend making this butternut squash dip while you still have the chance!… Read More »
Date Night :: Making Homemade Sushi
I’ll be the first to admit that attempting homemade sushi rolls sounds pretty intimidating. Not only are there all sorts of supplies to buy, but people train for years to become sushi chefs! Working with raw fish at home takes skill and expertise, and can be dangerous if it isn’t stored and handled properly.
Making vegetarian and vegan sushi rolls is a great way for beginners to ease into making sushi. The process is actually much easier than you might think. Pat and I made sushi rolls together for a recent date night and it was so much fun! I’m hoping this post will give you a great starting point to try it for yourself. Read on for a shopping list, sushi rolling tips, and suggestions for sushi roll ingredients. I’m also turning traditional sushi on its head by using brown rice as well as quinoa!… Read More »
Tips for Fighting Workout Burnout
Even though I write a lot about staying fit on A Side of Sweet, sometimes I have to remember to take my own advice. Case in point – in January, when everyone else was busy getting energized and setting new goals, I was fighting some serious workout burnout. Think burnt-to-a-crisp burnout…. Read More »
VH1 Save the Music – Musically Mastered Napa
A few weeks ago, I had the chance to attend Musically Mastered Menu Napa at Solange Calistoga in Napa Valley. The event was in support of the VH1 Save the Music foundation. The Musically Mastered Menu series merges the music and culinary worlds for an intimate evening of raising funds to restore music programs in America’s public schools. And what pairs better with music than food?… Read More »
Homemade Chai Body Scrub
I’m not going to lie to you and tell you that Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. It’s never been something that Pat and I have taken seriously as a couple. We’re always trying to find ways to celebrate our relationship and make each other feel special, so the idea of needing a day set aside by greeting card companies to do so feels a bit contrived…. Read More »
Valentine’s Day Style // Blush Pink + Maroon Denim
I hear there’s a holiday coming up.
Someone mentioned something about love and I’ve been seeing all these pink desserts popping up!
Just kidding. You’d have to be living under a rock to not realize that Valentine’s Day is coming up! Coincidentally, blush pink is having a moment right now. I’ve had this Everlane silk blouse for a while and I wear it all the time. Look at me being so on trend right now! The reason I love this shirt so much though is that it’s one of those classic pieces that doesn’t follow trends. It’s chic and super high quality. I’ll be able to wear it forever.