Monthly Archives: January 2012

Crockpot Concoctions: Carne Guisada

Posted on January 27, 2012 by amy

For my final Crockpot Concoction of January, I was inspired to cook a Mexican-style dish after visiting my hometown in Cali. I may be biased, but I dare say Central California has some of the best Mexican food ever! I … Continue reading →

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Guest Bloggin’ Over at ‘And Then She Saved’!

Posted on January 25, 2012 by amy

Anna Newell Jones, of And Then She Saved, is the queen of savings and getting out of debt. I am honored that she allowed me to be a guest blogger for the day! Check out my post today at And … Continue reading →

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Back From Our Travels

Posted on January 23, 2012 by amy

Well we are finally back from all our traveling. And I see Boston finally got some snow! I  have some fun posts coming up to finish off January and as promised I’ll be spending this week picking out delicious casserole … Continue reading →

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Crockpot Concoction: Sweet and Spicy Meatballs

Posted on January 20, 2012 by amy

For my Crockpot Concoction today I’m going quick, easy, and delicious. Sweet and spicy meatballs are a great appetizer to make if you have a party to go to, or are having folks over. So, when I had a friend … Continue reading →

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Amazing Tapas at Casa B

Posted on January 18, 2012 by amy

I was already jumping for joy with both Saloon and Backbar opening in December. So, I nearly fell off my seat when I realized Casa B, a Spanish-style tapas restaurant, was also going to be opening up in December. Of … Continue reading →

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What’s In Store

Posted on January 16, 2012 by amy

This week I have more reviews and more crockpot goodies for ya. In the meantime here are a few foodie photos from our time in Prague and Berlin…I of course made sure to include some food-related ones Later this month … Continue reading →

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Crockpot Concoctions: Mediterranean Chicken Over Quinoa

Posted on January 13, 2012 by amy

Today’s crockpot concoction is such a healthy, guilt-free, tasty dinner. I seriously love the crockpot and can’t believe I neglected it so much last winter. Well, I’m making up for it this time around! Ingredients 4 chicken breasts or thighs … Continue reading →

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Wicked Wednesdays: Great Eats & Drinks at Saloon

Posted on January 11, 2012 by amy

Early December was full of bar and restaurant openings in Somerville. I was in cocktail/foodie heaven. Last week I talked about Backbar, which was love at first drink for me. Today we’re going back in history just before prohibition to … Continue reading →

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Luke Aaron Boston: A North End Boutique

Posted on January 9, 2012 by amy

Last month I was invited by Luke and his sister Heidi (also a co-owner of The Training Room) to visit their new boutique, Luke Aaron, in the North End, which opened back in May 2011. I was honored and excited … Continue reading →

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Crockpot Concoctions: Peanut Chicken Over Asian-Inspired Rice

Posted on January 6, 2012 by amy

This January, as I promised in my post on Monday, I’m doing a different crockpot recipe each Friday. For my first recipe I decided to do a Thai-inspired dish. E. and I had this back in December before leaving for … Continue reading →

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