Love the idea of ready-to-enjoy frozen daiquiris, margaritas, and piña coladas? We do too. Those popular frozen cocktails can be difficult to find, so we developed an easy, slightly stronger copycat version you can make at home. This simple DIY method yields full Red Solo Cup–sized frozen cocktails that are perfect for parties, camping, fishing, … Read more

The Barcelona Lounge at Coronado Springs Resort is an espresso bar and a Spanish-style Gin & Tonic destination. It opens for breakfast until noon, then reopens in the late afternoon from 3pm until midnight. Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort added the elegant Gran Destino Tower in 2019. The Barcelona Lounge operates as a breakfast espresso bar … Read more

I have some exciting news for readers of Sarah Bakes Gluten Free Treats! I was invited to serve as a Bob’s Red Mill brand ambassador for 2015. I’m thrilled — I’ve long trusted their gluten-free products and use their flours in my own gluten-free blend. Joining their team felt like a perfect fit for my … Read more

This smoky eggplant dip with kefir, finished with crisp fried mint leaves, blends elements of Mediterranean baba ghanoush and the Iranian khashke bademjan. I learned this style of eggplant dish from my Iranian neighbors years ago. Khashke means whey and bademjan means eggplant in Farsi; the traditional khashke bademjan is sweetened by generous caramelized onions. … Read more

At our friends Cecilia and Eric’s I tasted the best carnitas I’ve ever had. Homesick for familiar flavors, they searched for an authentic carnitas recipe and adjusted it until it was perfect. Having lived in Houston, I’ve tried many carnitas, but theirs stood out. Carnitas resemble pulled pork, but instead of only braising the meat … Read more

Welcome, dessert enthusiasts! Today we’re sharing a simple recipe that’s likely to become a new family favorite: the Easy Blueberry Velvet Cheesecake. This elegant dessert combines creamy textures with bright blueberry flavor for a refined yet approachable treat. If you love cheesecake or fresh berries, this recipe is for you. Introduction Cheesecake is enjoyed around … Read more

Nostalgia and Charm: Exploring the Enduring Appeal of the Mrs. Beasley Doll This post contains some affiliate links. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. Our Facebook community often shares fond memories of the Mrs. Beasley doll from the television show Family Affair. I carried a Mrs. Beasley through much of my childhood—so much … Read more

This guest post is from Mark, an English chili enthusiast now living in snowy Southern Alberta, Canada. If you’d like to submit a guest grow log to this site, don’t be shy: get in touch. Over to you, Mark. 24th December 2011 I’m a transplanted Brit with a serious chili habit. With a long five-month … Read more

These Breakfast Bagels Sandwiches are one of the best brunch options you can make at home. Inspired by Anthony Bourdain’s famous mortadella sandwich, this version adds a soft, fluffy egg and serves everything in a toasted bagel. The mortadella is pan-fried until golden and slightly crisp, layered over melting mozzarella, and topped with a tender … Read more