Now that I am in school full time, plus a full time travel job, I just don’t have time to cook these fancy meals anymore. If you have been reading Beauty and the Beets for a while now, you may have even noticed it’s been quite some time since I have posted a recipe. I am really starting to par down and make very simple recipes – dishes like beans and rice, and veggies with pasta have become staples in my house as of late. I always welcome a recipe that is super easy, and for me- the less [continue reading...]
Daytona Beach Spring Turkey Run
It’s back! Time for the 30th Annual Spring Daytona Turkey Run – a family tradition held in the infield of the world famous Daytona Beach International Speedway. The Turkey Run is the largest combined car show and swap meet in the United States. This years dates are Friday, March 22nd through Sunday, March 24th. Stroll among 5000 collector cars on display, or browse among the Car Corral with over 1500 cars ready for sale or trade. Already own a collector car? Walk through the Swap Meet [continue reading...]
A Day At Wekiva Island
It’s been very busy around here in Beetsland. I jumped back into school full time while trying to keep up with the blogging and making time for relaxation. We all need a day to unwind, right? I recently spent a day relaxing at Wekiva Island, a beautiful scenic spot just north of Orlando. I have many friends that frequent Wekiva Island on a regular basis, and I am embarrassed to say that I have never been. I have been missing all the fun. Wekiva Island is a peaceful oasis with 2,000 square feet [continue reading...]
Reunite with Panama City Beach
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Visit Panama City Beach. All opinions are 100% mine. I am here to tell you that Panama City Beach is open and ready for you to visit. Not even a devastating hurricane last October could close this beach town. The sand is as white as ever, the water as turquoise as it has ever been, and the attractions and restaurants are ready for business. How do you plan to visit Panama City Beach? Panama City Beach is one of my favorite destinations [continue reading...]
I am not normal.
I am not a fan of Maria Konda. There, I said it. Or rather, I am not a fan of her techniques. I don’t understand the need to hold an object and perceive how it makes me feel. I am sure she is a very nice person in real life, I just prefer to not have to say goodbye to my physical objects before I toss them. Obviously people are drinking the Kool Aid because she has sold millions of books worldwide. And before you judge me, let me also tell you I have never seen an entire episode of [continue reading...]
My 5 New Year’s Non Resolutions
Can you believe we are more than 2 weeks into 2019 already? Who’s still writing 2018 on everything? How many of you are still working on your New Year’s Resolutions? I am happy to say that I am. Although, I didn’t really make resolutions. I made lists. I joined a few programs. I wrote down ideas. I call them my Non Resolutions. If I start to wander I can just jump back in. They are more 5 goals and/or changes, my 5 NON Resolutions. 1. BETTER TIME MANAGEMENT I made a list of how I wanted [continue reading...]
Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, and Parmesan
Brussels sprouts, bacon, and Parmesan. Three ingredients will have your family (yes, the kids too) eating their vegetables. So, ew, why Brussels Sprouts? * Brussels Sprouts are low in calories and high in nutrients. A 1/2 cup of cooked Brussels yields a mere 28 calories, 2 grams of both protein and fiber, 6 grams of carbs, over 100% of the daily recommended dose of vitamin K, 81% of the recommended vitamin C, and a healthy amount of vitamin A, potassium, and vitamin B6. Vitamin K [continue reading...]
Glazed Biscuit Doughnuts
I am not normally a person that likes sweet things for breakfast. Occasionally I may splurge on French Toast or Chocolate Chip pancakes but normally I’m more of a cold pizza for breakfast type of girl. Unfortunately for me, Mr. Beet is the complete opposite. He loves sweet pastries, French Toast and Belgian waffles first thing in the morning. The only exception for me would be a glazed Krispy Kreme doughnut. Especially if it’s warm. I may or may not have the ability to eat a half dozen [continue reading...]
Win tickets to the Daytona Turkey Run
What if I told you, there was somewhere you could go to see the the 1966 Batmobile, sample more than 120 craft beers, and see more than 6,000 vintage, classic and custom, muscle cars, race cars, and trucks – all in one stop? What if I told you you can win tickets to this event right here? The 45th Annual Daytona Turkey Run kicks off at 8am Thanksgiving Day and runs through Sunday, November 25th at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach. This is the largest combined car show [continue reading...]
A Spoon Full of Hope – Soup and Honey for Good
Five years ago, I was invited to a luncheon at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. Attendees had a tour of the facilities, and enjoyed an incredible meal prepared by the first graduating class of what was then their new Culinary Training Program. The 16-week no cost program trains at-risk and economically disadvantaged adults with culinary skills. Students learns such as meal prep, food sanitation and safety, food inventory, and cost control. Everything needed to have a successful [continue reading...]
