Both of my children got married within three months of each other and each had a destination wedding. My son celebrated his nuptials under majestic redwood trees in Santa Cruz, and my daughter in San Jose Del Cabo, at the end of Baja California in Mexico. They are in their mid-thirties and doing well with their careers so as a single mom, I only had to come along for the … [Read more...]
Dreo Chefmaker Review: Is it Better Than an Air Fyer?
Up until recently, I hadn’t joined the air fryer revolution. I made my meals the old-fashioned way in a regular oven. But then I went over to my daughter’s place to pet sit her dog and she introduced me to her air fryer. Hers is a Ninja and after figuring out how to use it, I loved it. It could roast chicken or salmon in less than half the time as an oven and my meals were … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your Vegetables Fresher with Veggie Saver
Do your vegetables get mushy or go bad fast in your refrigerator crisper? Mine often do so I was curious to try a little bag that purports to keep them fresher longer. It’s called Veggie Saver available on Amazon. Veggies Saver is a washable bag that you can use to store your vegetables in your refrigerator’s crisper. I made a quick video to show you how it … [Read more...]
The Most Satisfying Food Pyramid for Over 50 Foodies
You probably think I’m going to make you eat kale or arrest you if you eat a piece of bread. Nope. I've created a food pyramid for people who LOVE food. It will help extend your longevity and promote vibrant health so you can rock like Betty White when you're in your 90s. I have nothing against kale. It’s a super nutritious vegetable and I enjoy eating it even though I … [Read more...]
The Artsy Elegance of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
San Miguel de Allende, founded in 1542, is located in the state of Guanajuato in Central Mexico and is a popular destination for expats and American tourists. It’s known for its colorful 18th and 19th-century colonial architecture and has a burgeoning population of artists, bohemians, food lovers, and retirees. Find a local guide in San Miguel de Allende here. My daughter … [Read more...]