I love coffee. I’m sure I’ve mentioned my love of the bitter brew before. Sometimes I still feel a bit guilty since well, I wrote a cookbook about everything tea…. When I started this blog coffee was not on the radar at all. Since then we’ve become good friends. Summer is the perfect time to…
Beverages and Smoothies
“Dirty” Iced Chai
The weather has definitely heated up in the Central Valley. When the temperature jumps over 100 degrees there is no doubt that summer is here to stay for the next few months. What better way to beat the heat than a delicious cold beverage? If you couldn’t already guess I really enjoy hot and cold drinks. I guess you…
Real Food Iced Mocha
It’s a hot summer day. The afternoon slump is setting in you feel like you need. coffee. now! Before you load up the kids to get your favourite iced coffee drink at the local coffee shop consider making it at home. You may even have all the ingredients in your kitchen. That iced mocha can…
Frozen Mango Lemonade
This treat is simple to make, and so refreshing! It’s also a great way to re-purpose leftover lemonade into a deliciousnew treat. It only takes 3 ingredients – frozen mangos, lemonade, and a handful of ice. And what is better on a warm spring or summer day than sitting on the porch with a cold…
Warm Vanilla Lemonade
Warm lemon water is one of the best ways you can start your day. Back in high school I drank warm lemon water while I was getting ready in the morning, then after a while I got out of the habit. I jumped on and off the warm lemon water band wagon for many years….