Author Archives: Julie Hashimoto-McCreery
Spicy Red Juice
A while back, I did a juice cleanse. Prior to, and since then, I’ve read numerous articles here and there about the true benefits of juice cleanses. Most articles debate the actual health benefits of juicing. Trust me, you should … Continue reading
The Perfect Scoop by David Lebovitz: Vanilla Ice Cream
I understand we’re nearing the middle of January, but I’ll tell you right now – ice cream has no particular season. It really is enjoyable year-round. My mother-in-law gave me the KitchenAid ice cream attachment for Christmas and since then, I’ve … Continue reading
Day to Day Life: Week One
It’s a new year, but I’m keeping these weekly posts going for 2014. Here’s a look at the last week! Many days with skies like this. Our New Year’s meal included black-eyed peas, collared greens, dirty rice, buttermilk cornbread and … Continue reading
Saturday Sites: Week One
In any given day, I spend time reading other blogs, researching recipes and articles, often coming across things I find both inspiring and interesting. This year I’ve decided to dedicate one post each week to sharing some of those things. … Continue reading
Black-Eyed Peas
Happy New Year, folks! Do you have traditional foods you eat to welcome the new year? My mom is Japanese and one of the traditional dishes served to bring prosperity and good luck for the coming year is nishime – … Continue reading
2013: My Favorite Recipes
We’re getting close to the end of 2013. I am not one for making resolutions, as I fully believe in working to make myself better year-round, without set deadlines. It’s an ongoing challenge. Of course there are things I’d like … Continue reading
Best of 2013: Your Favorites
Alright, friends. 2013 is coming to a close and the year has been filled with foods of all varieties. I decided to do a roundup of your reader-favorite recipes from the last year. I enjoyed revisiting some of these … Continue reading
Day to Day Life: Week Fifty-Two {5 2}
It’s crazy to think this is the last week of these posts for the year. Next week will be January. It’ll be 2014. This has been a fun project, initially begun so I could include some posts that weren’t just … Continue reading
Yogurt Nutmeg Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing
Merry Christmas, friends and folks. I know, I know… A cookie recipe? On Christmas? Well, yes… consider it a gift or a beautiful custom birthday gifts. If you’re feeling the holiday baking burnout, I don’t blame you. I think I’m … Continue reading
A Delicious Mediterranean Pizza
When we were trying to decide on what to have for Christmas dinner I voted for homemade pizza. One, because I’ve got it down to an art that feels hassle-free. Two, because it tastes good (seeing as pizza is my … Continue reading