Melissa

Signs of Spring and my Sometimes Black Thumb

March 23, 2012

Spring, how I love and hate thee. The things to love: signs of new life, the birds singing in the morning, the tulips and the gardening. The things to hate: pollen, allergies and my head feeling like it’s about to explode. But let’s get on to the good things: Remember the little fig tree that [...]

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Where Dreams Come True | FoodBlogForum Orlando

March 21, 2012

“If you can dream it, you can do it” – Scott Hair Those words summed up the FoodBlogForum weekend at Disney World this past weekend in Orlando. FoodBlogForum was founded by Jaden & Scott of Steamy Kitchen and Todd & Diane of White On Rice Couple. This was my first FoodBlogForum, and I knew that [...]

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Green Tea Lemon Cupcakes

March 14, 2012

With Spring and St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, I felt that a springy-type of dessert was in order. These cupcakes were inspired by one of Paul’s favorite Starbucks drinks: Green Tea Lemonade. It was perfect because I’ve been wanting to make a dessert using the great matcha green tea powder that I’ve been [...]

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A Couple Announcements & Shrimp Char Ho Fun

March 6, 2012

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend (and Monday!). I had an absolutely wonderful, restful weekend spent mostly on the couch napping, watching movies and cuddling with the pups and the husband. It’s nice to take a break and step away, far far away, from the computer on the weekends and recharge and be ready [...]

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Quick & Easy Recipe | Tree of Life Stir-Fry

February 21, 2012

It’s hard to believe that we’re already at the end of February. I don’t know about you, but I’ve had quite a crazy start to the new year. In between not feeling well and being busy with work, I have sadly neglected this blog. But. I’m back. Ready to test out new recipes and take [...]

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Comfort Food | Pasta Shells and Goat Cheese

February 7, 2012

It’s hard to believe that we’re already in February. I don’t know about you, but I’ve had quite the crazy start to the new year. My work life has been busier than ever, filled with restaurant photo shoots, corporate headshots and business portraits. Not to mention the regular flow of branding projects and blog designs. [...]

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Southern Food Mashup | Szechuan Shrimp Po’ Boys

February 3, 2012

Southern food has a soul and a story. As does Asian cuisine. On this blog I love blending flavors from different cultures. That is what “Southern” food is truly all about. Famed Atlanta chef, Hugh Acheson, said it best in this article: “Southern food is a celebration of the people within the community, using the [...]

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What I Learned at FoodBlogSouth

January 31, 2012

Oh, how I love the South. The people and the stories that come with the food is what I am really in love with. Jennifer Cole, editor at Southern Living, said it best during her opening speech at FoodBlogSouth: “Southern food has a soul and a story.” FoodBlogSouth was my very first blogging conference when [...]

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Finding Balance & a Green Tea Coconut Drink

January 27, 2012

As a Type A personality, though I may appear calm and relaxed on the outside, my mind is usually a constant whirlwind of thoughts, wants, ambitions… that godforsaken to-do list and must-accomplish-by-this-age list. Recently, I have been having trouble finding balance in my life. I have neglected writing on this blog and keeping up with [...]