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Rum-Funfetti Cake & Tropical Fruit Layered Dessert

Summer is in full effect in late August here in Chicago – boy is it HOT! This past weekend, my girlfriend and blogger extrodanaire Annie over at Give Me Meatloaf and I got together for a Sunday-Funday brunch. Annie put together a delicious Mexican-style savory breakfast hash with all the necessary fixings such as salsa, avocado, cheeses and jalapeños. It definitely hit the spot, especially since we’re both lovers of Mexican food! Continue reading “Rum-Funfetti Cake & Tropical Fruit Layered Dessert” →

August 29, 2018August 29, 2018

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Strawberry-Rhubarb Ice Cream

In my last recipe, I made Strawberry Rhubarb Scones which left me with some leftover strawberries and rhubarb on a steamy 90 degree day in Chicago. Given the hot weather, I was in the mood for something refreshing so I searched for some strawberry rhubarb ice cream recipes… I found a great Martha Stewart recipe that I adapted slightly. This ice cream is sweet and tangy and perfect for a hot day!

Ice cream in general is super fun and surprisingly easy to make. It’s also easy to be creative with when you start out with a simple ice cream base, you can then play with the ingredients for flavor. You can make whatever flavor you want! Continue reading “Strawberry-Rhubarb Ice Cream” →

June 4, 2018June 4, 2018

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Strawberry-Rhubarb Scones

I’m back! 2018 has been a busy year for me so far with a lot of changes so I wanted to take a moment to share some updates…

This year has been full of so much time and energy being invested into my Reiki/Yoga practice and building up my art inventory. A few months ago I began renting a space to build my practice at a holistic wellness center here in Chicago called Northside Holistic Center. I currently take clients there 1 day a week for a variety of services including Reiki, private Yoga & Meditation and aromatherapy. Part of my time has been spent managing and marketing my practice as I am building a clientele. Continue reading “Strawberry-Rhubarb Scones” →