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Lemon Curd Tart Recipe with Olive Oil Crust

A lemon curd tart recipe baked in a delicious olive oil tart shell made with Spanish olive oil. Plus, everything you need to know about choosing, storing and tasting olive oil.

You really can’t go wrong with lemon curd. Right now our lemon tree is producing like crazy, providing us with a bounty of lemons to use. We’ve been eating lemon curd by the gallon. Although I love spooning it on homemade yogurt, my new favorite thing is making baking it into this lemon curd tart. For this recipe, a traditional tart crust gets a delicious twist with tart dough made with olive oil. And for a plot twist – the lemon curd also uses olive oil instead of butter!

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2 Things to Do in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

2 things to do in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico including an amazing scenic hike and a sunset cruise, plus tips for visiting Cabo!

With direct flights that are just a couple of hours, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is the ideal getaway for us here on the West Coast. The white sandy beaches, perfect weather year-round and amazing resorts make it relaxation paradise. Molly and I spent the majority of our time at Grand Velas los Cabos, sampling all their amazing food, sipping cocktails and alternating between the infinity pool and a day bed. In short, it was awesome.

We did want to get out an about and explore Cabo a bit though, especially the famous Arco del Cabo (Cabo Arch). Here are two unique ways to see this classic Cabo landmark and a few tips for visiting Cabo…

Grand Velas Resort Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Grand Velas Resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is an all-inclusive resort with some of the best restaurants in Cabo, spacious rooms and top-notch service.

This month I was lucky enough to spend a long weekend with my friend Molly relaxing in Cabo. Our home base was Grand Velas Los Cabos, an all-inclusive resort. The resort has incredible world-class restaurants and beautiful decor, and all the amenities you could dream of. It was an amazing way to spend my first time in Cabo!… Read More »

Chocolate Dipped OREO Footballs

Win your Big Game party with this fun Chocolate Dipped OREO Footballs recipe. They are easy to make ahead of time to cut party prep stress. This post is sponsored by Nabisco. Thanks for supporting the sponsors that allow me to bring you beautiful and delicious content!

The biggest football game of the year is just weeks away, so it’s time to start party planning! The thing I’m most looking forward to (even more than the halftime show!) is sharing these mini football treats made with OREO Cookies with our guests. I know they are going to get devoured.

Read on for the recipe and for some of my Big Game party hacks!

Healthy Mezze Platter with Hummus & Lavash

Spice up your next party with a healthy vegetarian Mezze Platter with hummus, lavash, feta, and veggies. Makes an amazing easy appetizer! When people ask for a way to make entertaining easier, I always recommend making a platter. Platters are an easy way to impress company when you’re entertaining. They are colorful, fun to arrange and even more fun to eat!

Cheese and charcuterie platters probably come to mind, but today I want to advocate for a different platter to add to your entertaining toolbox – the mezze platter. Featuring a mix of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean delicacies, this is truly a fuss-free appetizer. It’s also super healthy and – unlike cheese and charcuterie – almost entirely vegan!

Read on for tips for what to put on a mezze platter…
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2 Hidden Maui Hikes You Shouldn’t Miss

You have to do these two hidden Maui hikes when you’re in Hawaii! You’ll be rewarded with stunning waterfalls and amazing views.

You can’t go to Hawaii without doing at least one hike. No matter what island you’re on, there are ways to connect with nature and enjoy amazing views…. Read More »