I'm a freelance writer and publicist living in a sleepy beach town in Southern California. I grew up in the wine country of Northern Cali, where the love of good food and decadent wine was instilled in me. I still love the simplicity in life; margaritas on
+ more bio informationSimple Pesto SalmonSalmon is a rich and flavorful seafood option with a seemingly endless variety of preparation options. It's also rich in heart-healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, making it a perfect choice for multiple meals per week.To impress your dinner guests without slaving over the stove, try this simple and savory Pesto Sa... More..
Nestled at the southern tip of California,San Diego is a tranquil, kid-friendly destination lined with pristine beaches, plentiful sunshine and mild weather year-round. Its rich culture and modern attractions, from California's first missionto the world-famous San Diego Zoo, make it the perfect family destination.MAJOR ATTRAC... More..
Reckless- It was the hottest summer that I remember from my youth. The sky hadn't shed a drop since March and the stifling heat radiated off the dry, dusty asphalt. We wandered aimlessly in the baking sun, walking down the isolated streets to some nowhere destination we didn't really want to be anyway. It was an era when we w... More..
Wild Mushroom RisottoDecadent and creamy, Risotto is one of the most common ways of preparing rice in Italy. It's also a rich and delicate alternative to pasta, filling enough for a main ish and when prepared correctly, bursting with flavor.Originating in North Italy, specifically Eastern Piedmont, Western Lombardy, and the V... More..
Dim lighting, Tom Petty and a bubbling hostess with an "It's more fun in the RA" T-shirt, welcome you to RA. Step in and immerse yourself in the wasabi-stimulated atmosphere with music pumping and sake bombs flowing.An upscale Japanese/sushi restaurant chain, serving up fun inventive cocktails and a plethora of wacky sushi ro... More..
The Seabreeze is the perfect compliment to a sultry summer day; a tall, refreshing cocktail with a bite. It's said that the crisp cocktail originated toward the end of the prohibition era when the term coined a gin and grenadine high ball.Today, the Seabreeze combines the perfect blend of sweet, sour and liquor.1 3/4 oz vodka... More..
"I feel horrible last night...I must have gone to bed sober." - The Thin Man, Dashiell HammettAh the hangover-the wide-spread affliction sweeping our college campuses, Super bowl parties and Sunday mornings nationwide. Anyone who has indulged in the sweet sensation of intoxication has surely awoken to wish they hadn't. Blurre... More..
Bloating, cramps, anxiety, mood swings, fatigue, back aches...just some of the common physical and emotional ailments afflicting more than 20 million American women each month; afflictions that can deeply disrupt and even hinder your day-to-day routine. Unfortunately, there isn't a cure-all pill on the market that fully squas... More..
Cheating Your Way Slim- "Junk" Food to Keep You on TrackIf you're like me, then the hardest part about staying fit and sticking to a diet plan is warding off those junk food cravings that have a way of creeping up on you when you have compromised will power; the morning after a late night out when all you want is an Egg McMuf... More..
I'll have it on the side please! Tips for staying healthy while eating out.With busy works schedules and no time combined with a plethora of delicious restaurant choices, it's no wonder Americans are obsessed with eating out. It's easy, great for social encounters and tasty. But as anyone who's trying to watch their waistline... More..
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