Gluten Free at Fashion Island!

I love spending time with my Mom. Always have, always will. When we decided we were over due for a Sunday Fun Day, we decided to check out one of SoCal’s most famous shopping centers, Fashion Island of Newport Beach. What makes this haven an […]

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A Trip to Trader Joe’s…

It’s no secret that I love Trader Joes. Since we moved, I admit I miss the old location we used to frequent, or I did, at-least, A LOT. When we were back in our old neck of the woods yesterday, I asked Mike if we […]

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Gluten Free at Wood Ranch Restaurant..

Have you ever been to Wood Ranch Restaurant? I had not heard of it prior to this past week. When we were invited to a friends birthday dinner at their Agoura Hills location, I did what I always do when I hear of an unfamiliar […]

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Let Us All Eat Cake by Catherine Ruehle.

With Christmas just 2 days away (!) I am sure some of you out there are still scrambling to get everything done before Thursday, & if you’re in search for an awesome dessert dish to bring to a gathering, or serve yourself, I’ve got a […]

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#EatDrinkBeMerry with Udi’s Gluten Free! #ad

Christmas week is HERE! Are you ready? I’ve been enjoying this month immensely & have certainly taken advantage of the popular phrase to eat, drink & be merry. Being gluten-free due to my sensitivity, I will admit that sometimes, I do get a bit jealous […]

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LA Cookie Con Giveaway Ends 12-28!

Got any plans for 2015 yet? On January 25th, the place to be will without a doubt be The 1st Annual LA Cookie Con, making its debut at The Pasadena Convention Center! This convention, the largest bakers event on the West Coast, will have not […]

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7 Reasons to Visit Sacramento!

Looking for a unique city with lots of diversity that also happens to be California’s capital? 😉 Look no further than Sacramento! While I have just spent an afternoon in this town, I am so excited to be returning for a weekend in the new year, […]

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A Day at Legoland California

When I was invited to head down to Legoland in Carlsbad, California (only 30 minutes from San Diego), I was skeptical to take my boyfriend. He had never been but I had back in 2011 and knew that its very ‘child friendly.’ I pondered if […]

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A Halloween Love Story

Happy Halloween! While today is one of my favorite holidays (Dressing up AND free candy?!), little did I know that I would meet my best friend, a soul mate, the love of my life, a year ago, on this day. If you’ve been reading Along […]

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Wordy Wednesday: My Time in New York…

3 years ago today, I left for a trip all on my own to New York City! I cannot believe, really, it has been that long, or that the opportunity to go east happened. I love to tell the story of how it came about, […]

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Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Survival Guide at Trader Joes!

We have officially entered the well-awaited time of the year: Pumpkin Spice Everything. In just a few weeks, October will be upon us. I’ll have another candle on my birthday cake and we’ll be planning our Halloween costumes. One thing is certain in the fall: […]

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4 Great Tips for Wine & Dessert Pairing…

Back when I was in San Jose, I was treated to a wonderful Wine & Dessert pairing course at The Village Bistro of Santana Row. Our Host for the class was Manager, Tommi Renshaw & I was blown away at how much knowledge one can learn […]

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