Hello there! Looking for a quick and easy dessert to enjoy what's left of summer? I got a super easy one for ya! A couple of weeks ago I shared a pic of my strawberry short cake mini jars and got some requests for the recipe so I thought I’d share these easy yet stunningly beautiful dessert that is sure to wow your guests! All you’ll need is cake, fresh strawberries and my yogurt and ...
Strawberry Shortcake Minis
Floral Baby Shower
My friend Anastasia is expecting a baby, a little girl named Alexandra -- due in just a few weeks! So a couple of months ago we showered her with a “Girly Floral” theme party, with tons of pinks and flowers galore! This one is by far one my favorite baby showers I’ve planned. So today I wanted to share some of my favorite details from the event. The mommy to be loves flowers and pink just as ...
Pound Cake
Moist pound cake iced with raspberry yogurt and whipped cream frosting? Yes please!!!! You can never go wrong with a good pound cake for dessert. And this quick and super easy pound cake is heavenly! It is so light and fluffy while yet so rich. I iced it with my yogurt and whipped cream frosting from my pancake mix recipe, but also added crushed raspberries to give a light berry ...
Chimichurri Meatballs
Meatballs might be one of the most flexible dishes that exist. You can do so much! From the type of meat, to seasonings and toppings, the possibilities are endless. These chimichurri meatballs are packed full of flavor. Baked to perfection, they are garlicky and so tender. And the chimichurri adds a spicy, and savory taste that will leave you wanting more. I served mine over maduros (fried ...
Breakfast Cake (Pancake Mix Cake)
Cake for breakfast? Yes, please!!! This breakfast cake made with PANCAKE mix will blow your mind. Topped with strawberry compote, yogurt and whipped cream frosting and fresh strawberries, you will never feel guilty about having cake for breakfast. Ever! It all began a couple of days ago, when the kids asked for cake and I didn’t have all the ingredients to make one. After looking in the ...
Bruschetta Chicken & Roasted Garlic Potatoes
I love cooking. I love making home cooked meals for my family, but as a working mom, sometimes it’s hard to muster the energy and enthusiasm to cook. Yes, even for me! Seriously, who wants to work a busy day and then come home and slave over a meal?! And don’t get me started on the kids’ homework! LOL!!! That’s why during the weekdays, I’m all about quick and easy meals. So today I will be ...
Boozy Nutella Milkshake
Oh Nutella! You don’t know how much I love you! My love for this hazelnut chocolate goodness runs deep. Ever since I was a little girl growing up in Puerto Rico, Nutella has always been my favorite. I remember buying little packs with the little tiny spoon for 15 cents back in the day! It was such a special treat. And it is still now! I love adding Nutella to pretty much anything, ...
Tissue Paper Flower DIY
Oversized tissue paper flowers are an inexpensive way to add some glam and wow factor to any occasion. They are so easy to make and so BEAUTIFUL that I often use them for party décor and even as home décor. Plus if you take good care, you can reuse them! They look beautiful as a sweets table backdrop as seen here on my daughter’s garden birthday party. And also as wall décor. As ...
Sofrito Chicken Tacos & Garlic Cilantro Crema
Puerto Rican sofrito and tacos? Heck yeah!! You guys these tacos were an absolute hit. Now, these aren’t your average tacos. Noooo…We are talking about the very best, juicy and tender and incredibly flavorful chicken tacos. The sofrito coupled with the garlic cilantro crema will blow your mind. I love this dish not only because they taste amazing but it’s one of those easy to put together ...