I can remember when my mom used to call our family to help make the docinhos (candy/sweet desserts) for parties! We would gather the whole familia to make what today I remember as one of the most fun times of my life! My sister and I would patiently wait by the kitchen door […]
Why Going Camping Is A Must Try For Latinos
. I grew up in Brazil, heading to our beach house on an island, fun driving … ferry to get there, but it was all worth it! All except for this gorgeous view, which only an RV will give you!! Picture taken while crossing a bridge near Cape Cod with the RV in […]
Steak Tips With Avocado Dressing
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #VidaAguacate #EchaleVida #CollectiveBias You know as a Latina, I seek a balance that allows me to enjoy food that’s good, while still indulging. Chatting with my friends, I’ve noticed that the mindset has shifted from “I have to […]
Cinco De Mayo Cleaning Tips
I have been reading some posts in social media, saying that Cinco de Mayo is not really a celebrated holiday by Hispanic people. For me, I believe that any reason is a good reason to gather family and friends to celebrate love, life and friendship! So that’s what we do on Cinco de Mayo! Ole! We gather […]
Vatapa
I grew up in Brazil! Easter for us was traveling 3 hours to visit my grandad, my aunt and my great great grandma! I vividly remember running around, playing while the delicious aroma of seafood and dende oil invaded our senses…. It was like going back to the 1700s, where slaves found a […]
Banana Apple Smoothie
This post is sponsored by NxStage Medical, Inc. but all opinions are my own. I had a friend share information with me about kidney disease and it totally opened my eyes to a condition I wasn’t really aware of. Since March is #NationalKidneyMonth, I wanted to raise awareness about kidney disease and an […]
