Oh, resolutions … they are the goals we set for ourselves and them promptly abandon within weeks. That’s why I’ve stopped setting resolutions and instead chosen goals each year. And for 2017, I set seven goals. Here’s what happened to them. In Review: 7 GOALS FOR 2017 52 Books in 52 Weeks: To date, I’ve finished 30…
Celebrations & Seasons
Salted Toffee Chocolate Squares Recipe
I’ve been making this tasty treat for years and years. The combination of creamy chocolate, sweet toffee and a sprinkle of salt make this Salted Toffee Chocolate Squares recipe absolutely delightful. Snow clung to the tree branches outside this morning, and the ground was blanketed in pristine whiteness. It looked like a winter wonderland out…
Tiered Confetti Cake
Homemade confetti cake is a tasty, made-with-love, vanilla-flavored take on a favorite birthday cake. And it’s even more fun with tiers. And just like that, she turned 10. This sensitive, brilliant, talented, curious girl who has challenged, loved and enlightened me has been on this planet for a decade. This stage-loving, dancing, acting, singing, spotlight-craving…
Lobster Newberg with Crumb Topping
Creamy, rich Lobster Newberg combines fresh lobster with a delightful sauce. This version is served in individual portions with a buttery crumb topping. This post is sponsored by Hood Cream. All opinions are my own. The bright glow of twinkling lights hung on trees and garlands. Lavish tablecloths in reds, blues, golds, silvers and greens…
Banana Cinnamon Cupcakes with Creamy Vanilla Frosting
Tender, airy banana cinnamon cupcakes are topped with a creamy vanilla buttercream frosting in this easy recipe for mini cupcakes. Summer vacation was packed this year. We spent time at the beach, hiked, adventured, tried new things and so much more. And yet, there’s so much I wish we’d done. Our only picnics coincided with…
Strawberry Picking as a Family Tradition
“We will open again for strawberry picking tomorrow morning (Saturday June 24) at 8am! We have had a lot of big strawberries ripen over the last few days and the picking will be great! See you tomorrow,” the Facebook status of Treworgy Family Orchard in Levant, Maine, read Friday. It was like a siren’s call…
How to Host a Royal Tea Party
Be our guest, be our guest, put our service to the test … That iconic song from Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” was the perfect soundtrack for a fun tea party we held with a local children’s bookstore last month. It was a public event, and princesses and princes from all over the land (our city)…
Potato and Sausage Bake with Poached Egg and Avocado
Do you need a little “Brunchspiration?” This easy recipe for Potato and Sausage Bake with Poached Egg and Avocado is perfect for an elegant, easy brunch. Fourth of July celebrations are gregarious — all barbecue scented and firework lit. Thanksgiving celebrations are warm and cozy, a soft blanket wrapped tight around your soul. And Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations…
Welcoming 2017 Like I Did as a Kid
White flakes drifted to the ground all around when I exited the cinema on New Year’s Eve. It was before 10 p.m., but already I was contemplating pajamas and relaxation. Sure, there was music and merriment in the downtown of the city I live in, but at home there was Polar #Seltzebrate seltzer waiting with…
Last Minute Gifts for Kids | Sarah’s Cucina Bella Gift Guide 2016
The holidays are almost here! Searching for the perfect present? These last minute gifts for kids will excite and delight this holiday season. Note: This post contains affiliate links. Kiwi Crate (and other Crates) I’m all for gifts that get kids thinking … and doing. And that’s what Kiwi Crate (ages 5-8), and it’s sister…