California Shrimp Ceviche Gazpacho
September 4, 2017
Chill out with this flame-free California Shrimp Ceviche Gazpacho! … More California Shrimp Ceviche Gazpacho
Author: Newport Foodies
My mission is to inspire foodies to create fresh, healthy recipes made with locally grown foods that will also stimulate support for their local growers and shops.
Italian Parmesan Chicken Fingers and Chocolate Potato Chip Cookies
August 26, 2017
My ten year old daughter, Mia, has been taking a kid’s culinary course this summer and has absolutely loved it. Every week she comes home with another recipe that she is eager to make for her father and me. I asked her to pull together her two favorite recipes that she has made in class … More Italian Parmesan Chicken Fingers and Chocolate Potato Chip Cookies
Summer S’mores “Haystack” Cookies
August 9, 2017
Let your kids do the cooking with this super simple S’mores Haystack Cookies! … More Summer S’mores “Haystack” Cookies
Fourth of July Marinated Steak and Creamy Cilantro Potato Salad with Addicting Avocado Dip
June 30, 2017
Happy Fourth of July! Well, almost Fourth of July. How about Fourth of July weekend, since the holiday fell on the un-Godly day of Tuesday. Does anything good ever happen on a Tuesday? I guess it does this year. This is my favorite time of year because the weather is beautiful, my daughter is out … More Fourth of July Marinated Steak and Creamy Cilantro Potato Salad with Addicting Avocado Dip
Skinny Bridesmaid’s Brunch
June 25, 2017
Well friends, wedding season has arrived! I have had a wedding to go to every other weekend for the past couple of months and it is both exhausting and so much fun. You know that classic advice that a bride and groom should eat before the wedding because they won’t have a chance during? It … More Skinny Bridesmaid’s Brunch
Mother’s Day Picnic
May 10, 2017
Attention all: this is your courtesy reminder that Mother’s Day is this coming Sunday! This is not a drill! Go get your mom a card, a bunch of roses, and make a reservation at that overcrowded brunch restaurant that you will still probably have wait an hour to be seated at. Wait, scratch that, let’s avoid … More Mother’s Day Picnic
Spring “Thyme” Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Cake
May 1, 2017
I swear, this year has flown by more quickly than any other year of my life. Of course, I probably say this every year, but this year I really mean it! I have been so busy that I barely have had time to keep in touch with the people I love. Luckily, I have a group … More Spring “Thyme” Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Cake
Saint Patrick’s Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Sandwiches with Irish Pub-Style Vegetable Soup
March 13, 2017
Can you hear it? Spring has officially arrived in Southern California. Every morning I wake up to a barrage of sweet bird calls and the sound of my curtains rustling from the morning breeze. This beautiful time of year is made even more sweet due to the resurgence of the glorious fruits and vegetables that are now back … More Saint Patrick’s Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Sandwiches with Irish Pub-Style Vegetable Soup
Valentine’s Day Fondue and S’mores Brownies
February 14, 2017
Valentine’s Day: whether you are in a relationship, single, or just don’t buy into the whole day, it can be fun to take it as an opportunity to treat yourself. Ever since my husband and I were blessed with our little girl, Valentine’s Day is less ‘romantic night out’ and more ‘family night in.’ No matter: … More Valentine’s Day Fondue and S’mores Brownies
Superbowl Beer Brined Chicken Nachos and Fried Macadamia Nut Goat Cheese Balls
February 3, 2017
Superbowl Sunday- a day for friends, food, beer, and pretending to care about football for a day (unless, of course, your NFL team made it to the big game). I love cooking for Superbowl Sunday because it gives me an excuse to make really amazing, no frills, finger food. After months of elaborate meals it … More Superbowl Beer Brined Chicken Nachos and Fried Macadamia Nut Goat Cheese Balls