Author: Lily

These buttery apricot cookies, studded with toasted walnuts and perfumed with nutmeg, are a beloved recipe from Maureen Abood’s grandmother. Excerpted from her new cookbook, Lebanese Baking, they’re a wonderfully cozy and bright addition to your holiday cookie list. Photo Credits: Mark Beahm There’s something so special about a recipe that travels through a family. Maureen Abood, contributor to The Mediterranean Dish and author of the book, Lebanese Baking, shares her Grandmother’s recipe for Apricot Walnut Cookies—a family favorite all of her cousins swear by, and now Maureen is sharing it with you.These apricot cookies take a little time—especially the…

What is it about a Christmas stocking? Old or young, waking up on Christmas morning to a stocking lumpy with little surprises has its own special joy. These healthy stocking stuffer ideas have the perfect gift for everyone on your list! It’s always fun pulling the hidden items out to reveal the small gifts inside, even if it’s something as small as a pack of gum or as practical as a pair of fuzzy new socks! Having all of these ideas in one big list makes your holiday season shopping even easier (even if you did miss the Black Friday…

We recently got to experience GOGi Korean BBQ on Bethel Road, which just upgraded their barbecue-at-the-table dinners to an all-you-can-eat experience! We’ve done Korean BBQ at chains like KPOT or local spots like One Pot, but GOGi might be one of our favorites. Their new AYCE experience is meat-centric feast invites you to grill up your dinner at the table. The friendly servers will walk you through the experience and help you select the right AYCE menu for you. The Basic AYCE option is $27.95 per person and includes a variety of meats and sides, while the Popular adds more…

Best Food In Scotland – ultimate guide to the very best of must try Scottish food – with a video of some of the foodie highlights. Best Food In Scotland This Best Food In Scotland Guide will help you taste the very best local Scottish food delicacies when you visit Glasgow, Edinburgh, Scotland’s Highlands or anywhere else in the beautiful, historic country. Scotland is blessed with incredible local Scottish produce including dairy, world-renowned seafood and fresh fish, Aberdeen Angus beef and of course Scotch Whisky. There’s something for everyone, whether your preference is for savoury or you’re looking for something…

When a casserole comes out of the oven on a cold winter’s day, it’s like a delicious warm hug. These casseroles are each ready to give out that hug. You’ll find something for everyone here—the meat eaters, the pasta lovers, and those who love a casserole for breakfast. Chicken Piccata Casserole Photographer: Robby Lozano / Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf / Prop Styling: Abby Armstrong “Delicious!! Followed the recipe as is, served it over rice. My family loves my chicken piccata and I got NO complaints for cutting corners with this dish.” —A Beacham Chef John’s Quick Cassoulet Photographer: Jen Causey…

These Keto Classic thumbprint cookies are made gluten free, low carb, nut free and sugar free and taste just like traditional thumbprint cookies! Just 2 g net carbs per serving for delicious low carb cookies! Perfect for the holiday season whether you follow a keto diet, low carb diet or just looking to reduce your regular sugar intake. Sugar Free Low Carb Thumbprint Cookies The classic thumbprint keto cookie recipes are made with a simple keto sugar cookie dough and are filled with either sugar-free raspberry jam or sugar free chocolate chips. The name thumbprint comes from the classic method…

As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to start sending warm, comforting meals to school. Our Hot n Cold Hero Box includes a 250ml insulated food jar—just the right size for a nourishing soup paired with a crusty bread roll or a side of cold garlic bread. Alphabet soup is always a hit with kids—there’s something irresistibly fun about spotting letters in every spoonful! But we’re taking it up a notch. This cheat’s minestrone is a quick and tasty upgrade, packed with extra veggies and fibre to keep little tummies full and fuelled. The best part? You can…

Gluten Free Shortbread proves simple is best. This perfectly sweet and easy gluten free cookie recipe calls for just 5 ingredients, and the dough doesn’t need to be chilled prior to baking. It’s a must-have recipe for your gluten free baking collection! When I was a little girl I had a set of animal cookie stamps that came with a shortbread cookie dough recipe, which I’d completely forgotten about until I developed this recipe for Gluten Free Shortbread. The flavor of these sweet and buttery bars transported me back to standing on a stool at the counter in my family’s…

The holidays are in full swing!  Twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, tables piled high with treats. Food everywhere.  If you’re following a keto lifestyle, the party season can also feel a bit like a minefield: puff pastry, bread, sugar, high-carb everything. You’re left wishing there were some keto party appetizers or low-carb snacks nearby, right? Well, you can relax, because we have some good news: you don’t have to sit quietly in the corner with a plain salad and a slice of cheese while everyone else grazes to their heart’s content.  With a little planning (and a few clever swaps), you…

If buffalo sauce is your jam, you’re going to love this mashup of everyone’s favorite bean dip (ie. hummus) and spicy buffalo sauce. For those watching the big game this year, a good dip is essential – come prepared with a batch of this buffalo hummus. This post is sponsored by Dandy® Fresh Produce. As a plant-based eater, I’ve had my fair share of hummus – it’s such a great high-protein dip that is not only delicious but takes just minutes to make. If you’re bored of the usual hummus flavors, you are going to love the heat in this buffalo…