What a beautiful, sunny day in San Francisco! After lunch I plan to head to the beach and try to get a little summer color—my wedding is in one month and I’m still pale as a ghost. This weekend is my bridal shower in LA, and I’m excited to spend time with family and friends … Read more

As a food blogger and YouTuber, I’ve filmed countless recipe and cooking videos. Many readers and viewers ask about the food videography gear and equipment I use, so here’s a clear overview of my setup and process. Every week I receive questions from aspiring food bloggers and YouTubers about the camera gear behind my weekly … Read more

This Fall Pumpkin Dip is a creamy, rich, and delicious seasonal treat that comes together in minutes. Made with pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, Greek yogurt, and warm spices, it tastes like pumpkin pie filling but lighter. Serve with apple slices, pears, graham crackers, cookies, or pita chips for Halloween parties, potlucks, Thanksgiving appetizers, or … Read more

Caramel Cookie Bars are a decadent, luscious treat: a buttery sugar cookie base finished with quick homemade caramel, crunchy candied pretzels and a chocolate drizzle. They’re rich, satisfying, and irresistible. Why Make These Caramel Cookie Bars Salty caramel is one of the best dessert pairings, and these bars highlight that flavor beautifully. They’re made from … Read more

Korean tuna rice is a simple, popular meal that requires no cooking if you already have cooked rice on hand. This version is spicy, but you can easily make a milder variation that’s just as satisfying. The first time I saw my Korean cousin mix rice, tuna, kimchi, and mayo together it looked unusual. I … Read more

The new Cricut Explore Machine! I attended the launch party for the new Cricut Explore digital cutting machine and was impressed by both the device and the creative event. The Explore cuts a wide range of materials with a simple dial, and it can score and write with a pen in the same pass. The … Read more

Soft, moist, and reminiscent of oatmeal cookies, Honey Blueberry Oatmeal Bars are filled with a homemade blueberry jam without pectin. This summer I made a point of giving blueberries another chance. As a child I often avoided them after a few bouts of stomach trouble, so they never became a favorite. A few years ago, … Read more

Magnesium is one of the most powerful minerals and studies estimate about 80% of us are actually deficient in it! If you deal with blood sugar imbalance, acid reflux, anxiety, depression, headaches, osteoporosis, kidney stones, heart disease, migraines, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, PMS, PCOS, sleep problems, constipation, sore muscles or persistent … Read more

Individual no-bake salted caramel cheesecakes are an elegant, portable dessert for any season. Layers of creamy no-bake cheesecake flavored with salted caramel cappuccino, a graham cracker crumb base, and a generous salted caramel sauce make these treats easy to assemble and irresistible to serve. No-Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecakes If you love salted caramel, these individual … Read more

You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch — but bring these Grinch Jello shots to your next holiday gathering and everyone will love you. Bright green and festive, these Jello Christmas shots can be made with or without vodka so they’re great for both adults and kids. What Are Grinch-Inspired Jello Shots? Grinch Jello shots are … Read more