This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Smithfield Foods. The opinions and text are all mine. Today we’re putting together a spring-themed spread with the idea to prepare something that is as delicious as it is simple. To do so, I have featured only easily accessible flavors that the entire family…
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Letter from the Editor: Coronavirus
I initially resolved against writing about my situation here in New York, the US epicenter of the coronavirus. In part, despite working in the ‘look at me’ influencer industry, I didn’t want to seem like I was trying to ‘gain attention’ off the virus, or to garner some sort of ‘virus limelight.’ I also simply…
Winter Morning Routines with Cheerios Oat Crunch Oats and Honey
This post is sponsored by General Mills. All opinions expressed are my own. #OatsandHoney #HoneyOatsAtWalmart The idea of ‘winter mornings’ conjure images of idyllic snow-dusted woodlands, or cityscapes blanketed in white, like something plucked from a Currier and Ives template. By their very nature, these images imply a ‘relaxed’ or ‘slowed’ tempo to match the…
20 Recipes to Kickstart 2020
Welcome to 2020, friends! We hope you all had a delicious and joyous holiday season. Some of you are still enjoying the long holiday weekend and others are already back to the grind. We’re taking things a little slower around here, prepping some new and exciting recipes, but we wanted to welcome the New Year…
How to Decompress this Holiday Season
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TeaProudly #FallForBenefitsTea #CollectiveBias Though Fall evokes feelings of staying in and getting cozy, it can also be a hectic time of year as we prepare for the holidays and deal with last minute school or work projects. At…
Holiday Cards with Fotor
The following message has been sponsored by Fotor Photo Editor. All opinions expressed are my own. In the past, I’ve shared the process that goes into editing our photos here on Living the Gourmet, which you can go back and check out HERE and HERE. It’s a detailed process, one that has taken more than…
Christmas Dessert Tablescape featuring Mulled Apple Cider
We’re sharing some of our favorite tips for pulling together a festive, elegant holiday tablescape with ease, but no holiday spread is complete without Mulled Apple Cider. Today we’re showing you how with our favorite slow cooker recipe! I held a small dinner party this past Sunday, and my brother and son were talking, and…
Starting a Food Blog – PRT II featuring Candied Apples
This post has been sponsored by Fotor and all opinions expressed below are my own. In our first installment of Starting a Food Blog, we dug deep into the bare bone basics of what starting a site from scratch entails. Today, we’re going to talk about what goes into creating a blog post and one…
A South Korean Luncheon & Giveaway
Thank you Bibigo for sponsoring this post. Visit your local market to enjoy the flavors of Bibigo any day of the week! Today we’re hosting a special luncheon showcasing some of our favorite South Korean dishes like classic Kimchi and Korean Plum Team served alongside Bibigo’s Mandu and Steamed Dumplings! There’s a pleasant stereotype regarding…
Starting a Food Blog – PRT I
The following article contains sponsored links. All opinions expressed are my own however. Starting a blog sounds fun and exciting, and it is. It can also be fairly intimidating, but don’t let those big beautiful shots and fancy letterheads discourage you. It’s definitely a learning process no matter how technically advanced you may be because…
MasterClass with Wolfgang Puck
This post is written in partnership with MasterClass. All opinions expressed are my own. Viewed as a computer, the human brain is unique in that were it allowed to persist forever, and pass through a limitless sequence of experiences, it would both never stop ‘learning’ while also never running out of ‘space’ for its new…
Tea Time with VitaTops
Give yourself a break without the guilt with a soothing cup of tea and the delicious and nutricious variety of VitaTops! Mark Twain once remarked to “Be careful of reading health books,” since “You may die of misprint.” This is a view that, quite honestly, I do in fact share. By trial, error, and with…
Healthy Coffee Breaks with VitaTops
Give your coffee breaks a makeover with delicious and healthy Vitatops! Perfect warmed up or straight out of the box for a healthier snack treat. Given my profession, I empathize wholeheartedly with the sentiment of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, who remarked “I want Americans to enjoy food. I want them to celebrate food. I want…
Add a little Goodness to Your Day
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, MARS. All opinions are mine alone. #SweetSquad #TryALittleGoodness I wrote this past January about a “‘Great Tradition,’ passed down through generations that occurs at the start of each New Year – a swearing off of the past year’s extra poundage, and a conscious…
4th of July Recipe Roundup
As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day we wanted to share some of our summer menu favorites! Enjoy these delicious choices perfect all season long and have a safe, unforgettable day. -MAIN DISHES- Southwest Style Hotdogs Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Sandwiches New England Clam Bake Cape Cod Crab Salad Rolls -SIDE DISH- Grilled Corn Salad…
French Summer Dining
Summer dining gets the French experience with hand-crafted REVOL porcelain cookware and dining ware that exquisitely sets the mood for the ultimate elegant soiree. I wrote recently about nostalgia, and a few weeks back I wrote about watching the movie ‘Burnt.’ In the movie, Cooper’s character had a pining for the cuisine and food preparations…
National Snack Food Month
Did you know that February is National Snack Food Month? Living the Gourmet is happy to be partnering up with Heluva Good! to spread the word with the help of former professional linebacker and adventure guru, Dhani Jones. Dhani is sharing his favorite snack pairings with Heluva Good! to celebrate this month of snacking. Check…
Pro Blogger Tips for the Making of A Post
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Walmart Family Mobile. All opinions are mine alone. #DataAndAMovie #CollectiveBias Booker T. Washington remarked that “Nothing ever comes to one, that is worth having, except as a result of hard work.” One of the most common questions I receive from newly minted bloggers, or occasionally…
The Good Life: A Health & Wellness Story
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TryALittleGoodness #CollectiveBias Small changes bring big results. Implementing fun, invigorating exercise routines and being aware of the foods I choose all empower me to live a happy and healthy life. While I cannot pretend to speak for the…
Holiday Gift Guide: Gift Basket for Him
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Scandinavian Tobacco Group, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #masteryourblend http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV Looking for the perfect gift for him? We have assembled this holiday basket including all the essentials he’ll love. Treat him to a nice bottle of…
Holiday Gift Guide: DIY Recipe Book
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SaveYourMemories #CollectiveBias As the countdown begins, we will be sharing our trending favorites this season for him and her. One gift that never goes out of style however, are those that are homemade and crafted with love. Today…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is Sunday and like everyone else, we are still looking for that special gift for the most important woman in our lives. Aside from the sweet cards, surprise luncheons and flowers, here are a few ideas for Mom… Foodie Finds: Nature Table Dessert Plates | Anthropologie You Cook, I’ll Clean Dishtowels | Anthropologie…
Blogging Behind the Scenes
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ChangingPrepaid #CollectiveBias As a food blogger, I am often asked, “What is a blog, and what does your day entail?” First of all, I would just like to acknowledge how blessed I am to have the opportunity to…
