Cupcakes are taking over! Understandably that is. Have you had the chance to tune into DC Cupcakes on TLC or Cupcake Wars on the Food Network? The shows will have you searching for the delectable treats near The Verge. DC Cupcakes highlights a day in the life of two sisters who own a cupcake shop. Cupcake Wars however, brings together the best cupcake... [Read more...]
Avoid the Extra Weight of a New School Year
I know you've heard the adage, ‘watch what you eat’. That can be hard to do when you have to balance attending class, studying, writing papers and managing the all-important college social life! Don't let the "Freshman 15" (or as I affectionately call it the "College 15, 20, or 30") get you! How do you avoid that? Do you carry around a food journal... [Read more...]
A Great Reason To Visit the Durham Farmers Market
Yes...the Durham Farmers Market is just that GREAT...I can't stop talking about it! If you haven’t been to the Durham Farmers Market this season, I’ve found a great reason for you to go…so you can pick up these ingredients so you can make this yummy Tomato and Mint Salad I found on the Durham Farmers Market website! Ingredients: 1 large ripe... [Read more...]
You have to try this easy and oh-so-yummy Southwest Layered Salad recipe! What You Need! 6 cups torn romaine lettuce 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed 1 can (11 oz.) whole kernel corn, drained 1/2 cup Salsa 1/2 cup Cheese Crumbles 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing 1 cup broken tortilla chips Make It! Cover platter with lettuce; top with layers... [Read more...]
Stop by the Bull City Chili Challenge on Saturday June 19th from 11am-3pm at Durham Central Park! This annual event features sampling and judging of a wide selection of tasty chili which showcases local restaurants and produce. Tasting kits are available for purchase for $4 and you'll be able to sample chilis and salsas from some of the area's best cooks! photo... [Read more...]
Did you know that Paula Deen, the queen of southern cuisine, is coming to the DPAC? Join her on Saturday, June 5th at 3pm for an evening of cooking demonstrations, story-telling, Q and A, and fun! Tickets are still available through Ticketmaster! photo credit: Jennifer Leigh Read More →
The delicious strawberry topping makes these tender peanut butter cookies a treat for all ages! ENJOY! Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup peanut butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup strawberry jam 4 cups... [Read more...]
Attention ice cream lovers... Tomorrow, April 28th Baskin-Robbins stores across the country are partnering with National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to raise money for local fire service organizations by holding ‘31 Cent Scoop Night’ from 5-10pm! Cheap ice cream AND it's for a good cause? SCORE! photo credit: midweekpost Read More →
Do you ever order those frozen coffee specialty drinks? They're delicious, but some are super bad for you! I'm shocked each time I overhear someone order a low fat/sugar free/high fiber muffin and then order a sugar-filled extra whipped cream coffee specialty drink! What is the point?!? I found an article on the Yahoo Health site about the ‘Unhealthiest... [Read more...]
Image via Wikipedia Who doesn’t like to eat out on occasion? Either on a date or going out with friends, its fun to relax and enjoy a nice meal. (Plus who knows when you’ll have money to go out again?) The problem with constantly eating out is the calorie content in the food. You can easily eat a day’s worth of calories without trying. Luckily, there... [Read more...]
