Here in Texas, football is in our blood. Whether you’re the star quarterback or a mom bringing refreshments to the little league field, most of us are connected to the sport at a very emotional level. Football is one of those things that’s inherently Texan. Even if we aren’t down on the field playing or…

Besides losing an hour of sleep, springing forward has its perks. Warmer weather, flowers blooming and sunshine calls for more time outside. We all know food completes the perfect outdoor outing, and there’s no better way to snack than a beef and cheese board! Done right, a charcuterie (fancy French name for cold meat tray)…

Preparing homemade meatballs that have been simmering all afternoon in a spicy, robust sauce – ain’t nobody got time for that! Or, so I thought, recollecting back to the hours my grandmother would spend in the kitchen making our favorite Sunday meal. But, thanks to the latest appliance craze, multi-cookers like the Instant Pot®, I…

Five ways to light the hearts and fill the bellies of your guests.

Hospitality and family are big here in Texas, which means our holiday gatherings are no exception. But aside from those you’re related to, getting together with pals has become a popular holiday in itself. Friendsgiving is a time to celebrate with friends a week or so before traditional Thanksgiving festivities. Since you’ll have all the…