turkey and mango salad filled avocados

Turkey and Mango Salad Stuffed Avocados

I’ve always loved chicken salad but most recipes are loaded with calories so I set out to create my own skinny version which is easier to make and has a lot less calories than a regular chicken salad. I substituted the mayo for a combination of greek yogurt and fat free mayonnaise and used Oscar Mayer … Read more

Academy Awards Oscars Party Ideas and free printables

Fabulous And Easy Last Minute Movie Awards Party Ideas

This post is sponsored by The Bentonville Film Festival; while the views expressed here were genuinely mine, consideration was paid to me to produce this post I love watching movies, there is just something about going to the movie theater and being transported to a different place as you immersed yourself in the movie’s story … Read more

Avocado and Tangerine Salad with Spicy Vinaigrette

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BalancedNewYear #CollectiveBias How are those New Year resolutions going?  Have you already ditched your plans and fallen into the same rutt? I get it, I have made resolutions that went south before the New Year’s party was over. … Read more

Bistec sandwich

Bistec Picado Sandwich Recipe: The Perfect Football Party Food

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #KickUpTheFlavor #CollectiveBias Are you ready for some football? The Diaz family is certainly ready and pretty excited about the playoff games and of course the big game.  We’ve gotten into hosting football parties and this year should be no … Read more

Mango-Cucumber Brown Rice Salad And The Importance Of Family Meals

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EatLightEatRight #CollectiveBias I was born in Chicago, Illinois. And while I talk a lot about being Latino and Guatemalan, a lot of my earliest memories are of snowy, white Winters and steaming bowls of soup in the midwest.  In … Read more

Flor de Lis Restaurant in Guatemala City

Where To Eat In Guatemala City: A Taste Of Mayan Cuisine

Looking where to eat the best dishes in Guatemala City? You’re in the right place! Finding the best restaurants in town can be a bit of a hunt, but that’s where I come in. From traditional Guatemalan food to a delicious fusion of Mayan cuisine and modern gastronomy, here is the best foodie guide to … Read more

Easy Rosca de Reyes bollos

Easy Rosca De Reyes Buns

Christmas is behind us, but we are still waiting for one of our favorite holidays at our home: El Día de Los Reyes Magos, or Three Kings Day. Children receive gifts from the Three Magi on this day, and families get together and eat Rosca de Reyes. Rosca de Reyes or Roscón de Reyes is … Read more

Holiday ham with sweet potato pineapple salad

Holiday Ham With Pineapple Sweet Potato Salad

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ForTheLoveOfHam #CollectiveBias Christmas time is all about traditions.  No matter what part of the world your family originates from there are certain foods and celebrations that encompass the season for you and your crew.  We have some wonderful Cuban friends … Read more

Coffee Chocolate Flan Recipe

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MakeItMerrier #CollectiveBias One of my favorite Holiday traditions is getting together with my friends and family and enjoying the great moments with a good cup of coffee.  The smell of coffee always brings back great memories and as … Read more