Memorial Day is the kick-off to summer which means, if you have a grill, hopefully it's been prepped for months of extended use. Living in the city we obviously don't have the luxury of walking out in our backyard to fire up the grill. However, when we venture outside the concrete jungle, we almost always opt for any meat and veggies that have been prepped on a grill. For the novice grillers out there, I'm thrilled to have received some best grilling tips from the myriad food-related events along my journey with My Judy the Foodie : … [Read more...]
Curious Chef Kids’ 6-Piece Prep Kit Giveaway
May 26, 2016 By 40 Comments
Crazy for cucumbers? Bananas about berries? No matter what your kids’ favorite summer produce is, you can help them bring the flavors of the garden into your kitchen with Curious Chef cooking tools for kids. I love Curious Chef because it inspires kids to get excited about food prep. And, with the year’s best produce ripe for the picking, it’s the perfect time to get them in the kitchen and teach them to cook. Obviously, I've been a fan of cooking together with my children as it gets them invested in their meals. Forget worrying … [Read more...]
Models of Courage: Ford Warriors in Pink
May 17, 2016 By 6 Comments
Did you know that Ford has been in the fight against breast cancer for over 22 years and has raised over $130 million to the cause! In 2006, Ford intensified its efforts and support for the cause when it branded its initiatives Warriors in Pink. You might remember last year when I was introduced to Aimee, a chosen Model of Courage for the Ford Motor Company, who is a breast cancer survivor, culinary school graduate and food blogger too. Aimee's story captured my heart and I was proud to support her. In turn, she helped support my own … [Read more...]
Gluten-Free Cakes That Taste Delicious
May 2, 2016 By Leave a Comment
The gluten-free market has become a mainstream way of achieving a healthier life. In fact, according to research data, 41% of consumers want healthier food options. Unfortunately, it seems as though the term gluten-free has become synonymous with sacrificing taste. However, this weekend I received four cakes to sample from Inspired by Happiness - a brand that's committed to creating decadent and delicious gluten-free cakes- that actually convinced me that gluten-free doesn't have to mean deprivation. The Inspired by Happiness brand is … [Read more...]
