Photo by: David Beeler If this Avocado Lunch looks like the simplest lunch ever…you’re right. It is. And it’s delicious!! A fresh, ripe, creamy avocado in its purest forms beats the most elaborate lunch for me. And the Read More »
Photo by: David Beeler As a mom, I do play dates; I go to play dates, I host play dates, I would lose my sanity without play dates. And regardless of whether I’m hosting, or visiting, there’s always Read More »
Taste the Summer with this Fruit Parfait that screams freshness in flavor and appearance. It is perfect for almost any moment during the day: serve it with a cup of coffee and have it for breakfast. Friends coming over for Read More »
Anyone who is a parent, will agree with me that one of the perfect ways to start the day is by sleeping in… Remember, what that is? Allow me to refresh your memory: it essentially means, getting to sleep Read More »
This is what I call the Spring Sandwich among cheese sandwiches. Now, when I think of spring sandwiches, I always remember the sandwiches my mom used to make around Easter (but really, all through spring). They always had alfalfa Read More »






My name is Marieke. I live in Los Angeles with my 5 boys: my husband, 2 toddler boys and 2 Australian Shepherds. The cat feels she’s the Queen, but she’s got delusions of grandeur. The kitchen is my haven and the occasional glass of “Mommy Juice” keeps me sane in the midst of all the testosterone around here.