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Travel :: Experience Xcaret in Mexico’s Riviera Maya
“Wanderlust: n. a strong desire for or impulse to wander or travel and explore the world” Sometimes you travel and then sometimes you travel and it changes you. Or brings you back to yourself. That is how I felt after spending a few days in Cancun, Mexico and experiencing the Xcaret Parks. Located on the eastern part of the Yucatan Peninsula, just south of Cancun, Riviera Maya stretches 100 miles along the Mexican Caribbean. Known for their white beaches, blue waters and Mayan ruins, it truly feels like paradise and the perfect get-away for couples, families or even a girls trip. There is so much to share with you…
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PBS Kids “Let’s Go Luna!” Airs New Episodes in March
Last November, kids and families were invited on a colorful adventure to Mexico, China, Germany and more with the debut of LET’S GO LUNA! on PBS KIDS. Created by Emmy Award-winning animator Joe Murray, the series follows the adventures of three animal friends as they traverse the globe with Luna the Moon (voiced by Judy Greer) as their guide. “Guitar to Sitar/Spring Has Not Sprung” Premieres Monday, March 4 In Delhi, Carmen goes looking for guitar strings so she can write her mother a birthday song, but in the process, she and the kids learn about a different stringed instrument called a sitar / In Delhi, although Andy’s plan to…
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Easy Recipe :: Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
You might have noticed that Brussels sprouts are listed on most trendy restaurant menus these days. Usually offered as an appetizer, Brussels sprouts are a great way to add some healthy cruciferous vegetables to your diet – while offering a ton of flavor. Brussels sprouts offer high levels of many nutrients and have been linked to several health benefits. So when Melissa’s Produce sent over a large bag of their gorgeous Brussels sprouts to try out, we went looking for a simple recipe and decided on adding in some bacon and olive oil. See below for one of the easiest side dishes to make the family. Brussels Sprouts are…
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The Perfect Side Dish :: Fresh Garlic, Herb and Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
We cook potatoes a couple times a week in our household. My daughter is quite obsessed with potatoes, preferring the creamy small ones, and complains that I never make enough! I texted her last night while she was at drums with a new recipe idea and her response was yes, make them, but make more than 4. That girl loves her potatoes! Luckily, Melissa’s Produce sent over three bags of their medley creamer potatoes and some fresh garlic and we made garlic, herb and Parmesan potatoes to go with our steak dinner. Potatoes are good for you! Potatoes are a great side dish for any occasion! Not…
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Rosemary Garlic Butter Steak Recipe
This summer my husband and daughter visited a good friend of his in Colorado and they came back with the most delicious steak recipe. This friend of ours loves to cook and let me tell you this is one of the best steak recipes I have tried. And it is super easy prep! If you love juicy steak you are going to love this delicious recipe! Ingredients Needed: 1 16 oz Ribeye steak 2 cloves crushed garlic 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped rosemary Olive Oil Salt and Pepper to taste 2 tablespoons of butter Directions: Let steak sit out at room temperature for one hour. Then…
