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Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Popsicles

Lydia September 19, 2020

I figure now that the first day of fall is literally around the corner, I might as well share the summer recipes I’ve been sitting on for, oh, months. I’ve had a pretty excellent summer, all things considered (pandemic, political …

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Star Shaped Raspberry Hand Pies

Lydia May 24, 2020

As I write this, I’m on day 20 of a whole 30. I figured that with quarantine, it was kind of the perfect time to complete a whole 30 for the year since I didn’t finish the one I attempted …

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Orange Buttercream Macarons

Lydia April 28, 2020

Hi from my couch! Again! Forever, maybe! Okay – week 100 of quarantine. What can I update you on… I’m re-reading the Harry Potter series and also enjoying a couple of new titles. I was watching too much TV (sometimes …

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Summer Greek Pitas w/ Lamb Meatballs & Marinated Vegetables

Lydia September 24, 2019

Yesterday was the first day of fall which means it’s officially time to share my final summer recipe! I’ve been sitting on this one for a while. It’s freakin’ good, don’t get me wrong, but every time I’ve sat down to write …

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Mint Iced Coffee

Lydia August 12, 2019

Get ready for the most refreshing iced coffee of your life. An iced coffee that’s doubly invigorating because in addition to lots of caffeine, there’s a hint of mint flavor that just brightens your whole being. Yay! It’s been scorching …

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“Golden Snitch” Grilled Peaches

Lydia July 29, 2019

I’m writing this from the couch, where I’m posted up watching Goblet of Fire (my least favorite) and icing my recently sprained ankle. What a way to start the week, right? Really wishing I had Madam Pomfrey here to fix me …

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Butterbeer Affogato

Lydia July 28, 2019

I almost didn’t find the time to write this because I was taking the time to actually relax on a Sunday for a change! Like, I slept in until 9 am, had coffee on my balcony, relaxed by the pool, & …

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Strawberry Shortcake Macarons

Lydia July 11, 2019

Anyone notice an increase in macaron posts lately? I’m on a roll! After my little lemon successes, I decided to make my mom a variety pack as a belated Mother’s Day present. I made four flavors: mint chocolate chip, s’mores, …

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Fourth of July Firework Macarons

Lydia July 9, 2019

I totally meant to have this recipe up and posted 6 days ago, but I was in vacay mode pretty much the minute I stepped onto my first plane. Sorry! I’m back now, unpacked, semi-organized (I had the forethought to …

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Summer To-Do List

Lydia June 28, 2019

Happy Friday, everyone! Whew, it’s been a week. I’m so looking forward to the weekend and getting a little recharge in. It’s going to be a fun one with a girls night with my best friend, some easy baking projects, a …

Raspberry Cheesecake Ice Cream Popsicles

Lydia September 19, 2020

Star Shaped Raspberry Hand Pies

Lydia May 24, 2020

As I write this, I’m on day 20 of a whole 30. I figured that with quarantine, it was kind of the perfect time to complete a whole 30 for the year since I didn’t finish the one I attempted …

What I’ve Watched For Every Mood I’ve Had In Quarantine

Lydia May 22, 2020

Wow guys! Are we all so sick of quarantine? I know I am. BUT – I feel moderately optimistic. It’s basically summertime, things are slowly opening back up (which I’m nervous about but also cautiously excited for), work has kept …