Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz

Paula moved from her native Guatemala to SW Florida with her husband and two children and together they are discovering what it means to live life between two languages. Paula studied architecture and now makes a living as a freelance writer, traveler and amateur photographer. She started her writing & publishing career as the editor of Bebé y Mamá, the first parenting magazine in Guatemala. She is the founder of www.GrowingUpBilingual.com and www.365thingsswfl.com and writes articles in Spanish and English for both magazines and the web on travel, food and bicultural and bilingual parenting . When she is not on a plane or road trip she likes to create recipes inspired in the flavors of her native Guatemala.
Yogurt and Fruit Crepe Tacos

Yogurt and Fruit Crepe Tacos

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MilkMadeEasy #CollectiveBias These delicious yogurt and fruit crepe tacos are easy to make for a nutritious afterschool snack or breakfast that your kids are sure to love. My kids just started school which means they spend most of … Read more

Tips for Back to School Shopping for Tweens and Teens

Tips for Back to School Shopping for Teens and Tweens

Office Depot sponsored this post, but all thoughts and opinions are my own We’re gearing up to go back to school and we’re pretty excited. This is the first year that I will no longer have a child in elementary school. This will be my son’s first year of middle school and my daughter’s last … Read more

Almond crusted tilapia with avocado salsa

Almond Crusted Tilapia With Avocado Salsa

We eat fish at least once a week and I’m always trying to come up with new delicious fish recipes that everyone in the family will love. This recipe for almond crusted tilapia is easy and delicious. The almond crust gives the tilapia a crunchy layer and a fantastic nutty flavor while the freshly made … Read more

Natural Ways To Boost Your Energy

Natural Ways To Boost Your Energy

This post was sponsored by Blue Diamond® as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Life seems to get busier and more hectic every year and many of us find ourselves struggling to keep up, always feeling tired. However, if your low energy is related to your … Read more

Carne Asada Grilled Steak Salad with Grilled Tomatillo Dressing

Carne Asada Grilled Steak Salad with Grilled Tomatillo Dressing

This post has been sponsored by MAGGI®. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This delicious south-of-the-border grilled steak salad is the perfect dish for a cookout or a summer weekday dinner. The steak is marinated to enhance its flavor; served on a bed of arugula along with heirloom tomatoes, red onion, and avocado; and … Read more

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