The most stunning and delicious fresh melon "cake" that everyone will love -- and it's vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free! For a while now, I've been imagining how pretty super thin melon slices would be stacked together -- in the form of a cake. I'm not the first to think of a cake made of fresh melon -- but, I've … [Read more...]
Shaved Melon-Avocado Salad Recipe
This Shaved Melon Avocado Salad is every bit as tasty as it is pretty. It's delicate flavors blend perfectly together to form a scrumptious dish!Some days I have more to say than others, and today is one of those days. If you're not in the mood or you're rushed, please skip to the bottom for the recipe. Otherwise, … [Read more...]
Thank You! For Sharing the Cooking Love with Me!
I've been told I have a habit of thanking people too much. So please bear with me! Cooking On The Weekends' 1st Annual "Share the Love" Cooking Giveaway, was a big success! And I have all of you to thank. (See, it's already happening!) A huge shout out to my amazing prize sponsors -- all brands I love! Thank … [Read more...]
“Share the Love” Cooking Giveaway! {GIVEAWAY CLOSED}
{GIVEAWAY CLOSED -- WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 9/4} TEN PRIZES! TEN CHANCES! TWO DAYS LEFT! ENTER HERE TO WIN! A sneak peak at the prizes . . . And there you have it! ENTER TO WIN HERE Save Save … [Read more...]
Sugar Kiss Melon and Chorizo-Manchego Grilled Cheese Recipe
I've said it before, and I'll say it again -- if you haven't tried a Kiss melon, you must! I connected with Sandstone Melons just after I fell in love with the unbelievable flavor and sweetness of the Sugar Kiss. Last year I wrote a dozen Kiss melon recipes, and this year I'm writing a whopping four and a half … [Read more...]
Cooking On The Weekends’ First Annual “Share the Love” Cooking Giveaway {GIVEAWAY CLOSED}
{GIVEAWAY CLOSED — WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON 9/4}It's here! It's Cooking On The Weekends' First Annual "Share The Love" Cooking Giveaway! The prizes are awesome -- and there are a lot of them! But first, here are the guidelines to follow: *Skip to Step 5 if you don't want to cook, but still want to enter!* (I … [Read more...]
Top 15 Recipes for July 4th
These are my top recipes for July 4th! From cookies and popsicles, to grilled burgers and salsas, there's something delicious here for everyone at your party!What are you doing to celebrate the 4th of July? More importantly, what are you eating to celebrate the 4th of July? What am I eating? Again, I'm so glad you … [Read more...]
Sunomono Salad, Minty Popsicles, Vanilla Smoothies, and Spicy Salsa: All full of Kisses!
Kiss melons have worked their way onto my favorite foods list. And my favorite foods list is quite exclusive. (Even if you know another food on the list, it's hard to get on, or move your way up.) A couple of weeks ago I announced my new and exciting collaboration with Sandstone Melons, and today I'm sending you … [Read more...]
Cooking On The Weekends + Sandstone Melons
True story: A little over a year ago, I ran out for some sushi rolls at our local market and returned home with the best melon I've ever tasted -- a Sugar Kiss. (Good thing the produce department had a tray of samples out, because I can't pass those by!)After my family and I devoured this delectable melon, I … [Read more...]
