As we start the New Year, it is nice to look back at 2012 and see the changes that made life an exciting one for all of us. In our household for instance, the past year was a big learning experience. From a bargain grocery shopper who likes […]
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Growing up in the Philippines, a country where Christmas season officially starts on September 1st and ends on the Feast of the Epiphany, there are so many beautiful traditions that now I would like to pass on to my children. Since we don’t have the same 4 or so months of […]
Read moreChicken Marsala is one of my favorites. It’s simple to prepare and only requires just a few ingredients. When our household became gluten, dairy and egg free, I thought I will have a tough time remaking this dish. Last month, while wine shopping at Wegman’s, I accidentally passed by the Marsala […]
Read moreBreakfast is always big in our house. Since it is the first meal of the day, I want to make sure that everyone gets to have their fill of carbs, protein and even vitamins. After that, they can eat crappy right? (Yeah right!)Anyway, while I was making some pancakes the other […]
Read moreI can’t believe the Thanksgiving weekend is over. With so much preparation and research (this was the first celebration where everything was wheat, dairy, egg, nut and soy free), I was so surprised how the dishes turned out way better than I expected. For those who are asking what my kids with […]
Read moreWith 4 active children in the house, it is a fact, that I always need easy to prepare and healthy snacks. Oh did I mention that they are good eaters too? That is why when we started to convert to a food allergy friendly home, I am more worried on […]
Read moreWhen I first found out about my son’s multiple allergies and was searching for affordable snacks, I instantly was drawn to his favorite — Rice Krispies Treats. I mean what could possibly go wrong? It was made of puffed rice anyway right? Oh well, after a few investigation (label […]
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It’s that time of the year. Both children and adults’ minds are occupied with just two things — costumes and candies! (Hurricane Sandy is slowly getting some attention here in the tri-state though). Anyway, as a mom with kids who have food allergies, I know that it can be a stressful, […]
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