Most people would agree that homemade food tastes better than store bought. There are several reasons why it does, like freshness, being able to use good quality ingredients and adding your own personal touch to the recipe. There are also great health benefits to cooking at home too, like controlling what goes into your meals […]
My Vitamix blender has been my favorite kitchen gadget since I’ve significantly lowered my intake of gluten, wheat and grains. My morning breakfast frequently starts off with a smoothie or fresh pressed veggie juice. Smoothies are easy and fun to make. The blender does all of the work for you while you creatively invent delicious […]
Impressed, flabbergasted, and speechless is how I felt during my visit to Caelis, a magnificent French inspired restaurant situated inside the luxurious El Palace Hotel in Barcelona, Spain. Caelis is the place to feast for a special occasion, a culinary dream experience or to have an extraordinary over the top meal of a lifetime. The […]
My husband and I recently celebrated our 10 Year Wedding Anniversary visiting parts of Italy and Spain. Our time in Italy was spent at the Amalfi Coast. Our entire experience felt like a dream. Each town was breathtaking in its own unique way. Our home base was the lovely town of Sorrento. From there […]
I am constantly making changes in my diet for the better. It’s a learning experience and a life change that is gradual. This year I have significantly reduced sugar from my diet. It’s been a while since I’ve baked a dessert with flour, butter or sugar. Instead, I’ve been experimenting with raw desserts and have […]
The raw food diet is attractive to me because I’ve always loved fruits and veggies. Raw food recipes also incorporate herbs and spices that have many health benefits and create delicious flavors. You wouldn’t believe how creative you could get with foods in their natural form. Instead of cooking food, there is preparation, mixing and […]
Thank you for visiting CookingwithMelody.com. I hope you enjoyed the show on San Diego’s Fox 5 news this morning and gained some great recipe ideas to prepare for a fabulous Mother's Day Brunch! Be sure to browse the website for more delicious recipes. I would love to hear your comments and/or suggestions. You can send […]
You will feel right at home as soon as you enter The Red Door. Its stylish charm and character will instantly warm your heart and your stomach will be filled with all of the deliciousness. Every visit to this cozy Mission Hills jewel has been spectacular. The menu features updated American comfort classic dishes using […]
If you’ve ever had popovers, you may agree with me on the fact that they are both addicting and adorable! These light and airy bread rolls make a delicious starter or side and definitely draw interest due to their unique cloud-like corky shape. The possibilities are endless with the flavors you can incorporate with the […]
I’m a big fan of Easter Brunch gatherings. I love seeing everyone in their colorful Spring attire, energetic and ready to feast and celebrate the holiday. My Mini Frittatas will make a brilliant addition to your holiday menu. They are baked in muffin tins making them a perfectly sized individualized portion for your guests. They […]