Hey everybody! Do you subscribe to the Quaker Oats email newsletter? If you don't you should, and if you do, you may have spotted my recipe on the front page! They featured my recipe for Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Dough Dip. If you haven't seen the newsletter yet, here's a link to it so you can check it out:Quaker Oats NewsletterThanks for all of your enthusiasm and support! … [Read more...]

I decided to go visit my parents this weekend, which meant another long trek to the Chicagoland area. It was both my mom's and my brother's birthdays within the last week, so we celebrated with lots of treats and food adventures around downtown. Here are some photos from the trip and great places to keep in mind if you decide to visit too! Shedd Aquarium: We found Nemo! And Nemo found a … [Read more...]

I participated in Foodie Penpals again this month and had a ton of fun. I love any excuse to hit my local grocery stores to find products with someone else in mind. To see what I sent to Kyria, check it out here.The wonderful woman who was selected to send me goodies was Carrie from Frugal Foodie Mama. She writes a blog about self-growth, food, and products that affect her everyday life. To choose … [Read more...]