Most Saturday mornings (after my morning run), you will find me sitting at the dining room table with a cup of coffee putting together our meal plan for the week. My focus is on balanced and healthy meals that are tasty and take advantage of the seasonal products.

To help speed up the planning process, I have a few salads (one per season) in my back pocket that I include in couple meals a week.

My Summer “stand by” is Watermelon, Orange & Feta Salad (with Basil sprinkled on top) that works beautifully with many dishes from burgers to grilled fish & seafood.

I’m asked almost daily by friends, family, and co-workers why I don’t have a blog (and also why don’t open a restaurant). The reason? I love to cook, bake, and entertain, and often share pictures on Facebook which leads to many questions. I love to share recipes, ideas, and approaches I use every day to enjoy life & food.

To many people, meal planning (and sometimes party planning) is something they dread and avoid. To me, it’s fun and something that I enjoy. It’s also the best way to connect with others in a meaningful way. There is nothing quite as rewarding as bringing people together, feeding their bellies & their souls, and creating memories.

By sharing some simple ideas that focus on enjoying life and the people around you, I hope to help inspire you to achieve a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling day-to-day life.

Cheers!