Author: Talia

Happy Birthday, Mom.

Happy Birthday, Mom.

Happy birthday, Mom. I hope you’re having the best day ever up in heaven. You would have been sixty-four today — can you believe it?! Also, how been pissed are you that I just shared your age on the internet… I bet Domenic made his “medicine” 

Thrive Market: My Latest Obsession

Thrive Market: My Latest Obsession

I know you guys hear me talk about my love for Trader Joe’s [way too] often, but I’m not sure that I’ve mentioned my not-so-recent obsession with Thrive Market. (Speaking of which, I think I should probably do a post soon on my favorite TJ’s 

Chicken Tinga Tacos

Chicken Tinga Tacos

It’s that time of year again, my friends… Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner!! Yes, I realize that no one in Mexico cares about Cinco de Mayo even a fraction as much as the entirety of #basicwhiteamerica (is that racist against my own 

Wellness Wednesday: The Mind / Body Connection

Wellness Wednesday: The Mind / Body Connection

If I had a dollar for every time I took a three-month hiatus from writing, well… I’d probably have enough to buy myself a Venti Starbucks latte. (not that I frequent Starbucks very much anymore because, well, #coffeesnob) Irregardless, here we are! I still exist, 

Banana Walnut Pancakes

Banana Walnut Pancakes

I’ve said it before, and I’m sure I’ll say it again — breakfast is, without a doubt, my favorite meal of the day. Muffins, eggs and waffles. Pancakes and french toast and oatmeal, oh my! Sweet or savory, there are just so many choices and 

Hot Dogs & Potatoes

Hot Dogs & Potatoes

WOW it’s been a minute, huh guys? I mean, it’s been quite a year… and I’m not gonna lie, things have been pretty heavy over here for the past couple of months (give or take). Thankfully, the Pascarella clan (my mom’s side) firmly operates with 

Parsnip Cauliflower Mash

Parsnip Cauliflower Mash

This parsnip cauliflower mash is an easy, delicious side dish to accompany any feast! Jam packed with veggies, this mashed potatoes doppelgänger will not disappoint.

Travel Guide: Greve in Chianti

Travel Guide: Greve in Chianti

Buongiorno amici! I’m writing to you from…. well, from East Boston. But my heart (and stomach) is still in Italia! We recently spent ten(ish?) glorious days in the motherland, and I have been dying to tell you all about it. It was truly unbelievable. I’ve