Are you looking for something special to send to a loved one, friend, or colleague? I've put together a holiday gift guide that will work for just about anyone with a slight emphasis on older women. My holiday and special occasion gift ideas include culinary delights, skin care, and beauty items, jewelry, and various items in between. I hope you enjoy them. Shop til … [Read more...]
Who Needs a Guy? Celebrate Galentine’s Day Instead
Valentine’s Day can either be a time of romance or a day of frustration if you are either divorced, widowed, never bothered to get into a relationship, or love has gone by the wayside. If that’s you, you may want Valentine’s Day to pass by as quickly as possible, so you don’t have to think about it. But, there’s another alternative. You can celebrate Galentine’s Day with your … [Read more...]
No Flour Muffins with Dark Chocolate and Berries
With all the talk about going gluten-free and everyone wanting to give up eating flour, I decided to create a recipe for no flour muffins that didn't taste like cardboard. Instead of flour, I used almond meal. (ground up almonds) The muffins aren't as fluffy as they would be with flour but they sure are yummy and good for you. So go ahead and eat these no flour … [Read more...]
Cacao Tea Recipe from Grenada – the Isle of Spice
“Like Water for Chocolate” and “Chocolat” are two of my favorite movies. There’s just something sexy when chocolate is in a title. Women are naturally drawn to it. I’m not sure why that is. Maybe because it's orgasmic just thinking about biting into a luscious piece. Eating chocolate can often be better than, well . . . you know. Or anything made from the magical cacao bean … [Read more...]
Chocolate Almond Torte
Part of enjoying quality longevity is having a little fun, so don't feel guilty about eating something a little decadent once in a while like my scrumptious no-flour chocolate almond torte recipe featured below. You can't spend your life depriving yourself of life's simple pleasures. Just don't go overboard. Too much sugar is bad for you. A little bit of sugar is fine as … [Read more...]
