I was three years away from becoming a food blogger….. The year was 2008. I was three years away from becoming a food blogger, but I was an avid golfer (and still am to this day). By some intervention of God I ended up with tickets to the Masters Tournament, yes, that one….the one in [continue reading…]
Latest posts
Houston’s Kale Salad with Peanut Dressing
(Editor: This Houston’s Kale Salad with Peanut Dressing copycat recipe post was originally published on June 13, 2016 and was updated October 13, 2020) Many years ago, I was introduced me to a restaurant called Houston’s (also known as Hillstone Restaurant in some markets). I ordered a veggie burger and by my Mother’s suggestion, substituted [continue reading…]
Featured Travel
Se7en Bites – an iconic Orlando spot
Just a few years ago I published a post about this little bake shop over by the Orlando Executive Airport called Se7en Bites. This place is an Orlando favorite and a lot has changed since my first post. First of all, they moved into a much bigger location just up the street from their old [continue reading…]
A Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There are certain perks to living 10 miles from Walt Disney World. First of all, the fireworks blast off every night at 9 at Epcot, then 10pm at Magic Kingdom and we hear them rumbling in the sky. Secondly, we can hop over to one of the many resorts to enjoy a nice lunch or [continue reading…]
Featured recipes
Blueberry Biscuit Skillet Cake
(Editor: This Blueberry Biscuit Skillet Cake recipe was originally published on July 14, 2014 and was updated August 30, 2020) Sunday is the best day of the week in Beetsland. I get to sleep in, go for a run, and enjoy a nice hot cup of tea. Even the animals seem to sense it’s a [continue reading…]
Blackberry Mojito Iced Tea – non alcoholic
Last year I went on the Sanford Food Tour, a town just north of Orlando. If you happen to be in the area, this is such a fun tour – there are biscuits and gravy, meatball lollipops, and apple strudel making. And don’t worry, there are plenty of great treats for gluten-free and veggie eaters [continue reading…]
