Still planning your Super Bowl menu? If you’re entertaining at home, don’t stress! I’m here to share a recipe from the Food Network for one of the football game favorites – buffalo wings.  If you love having these as snacks but don’t want to spend a lot of money, why not make them yourself? Don’t worry; it’s easy.  Follow the recipe below... [Read more...]

It's time to make your way over to Indianapolis for a night of food and entertainment; see a movie! UA Galaxy Stadium 14 is showing a ton of movies at the moment, and this weekend is a great time to take advantage.  Here is a movie listing for their theater, followed by a review of "The Grey." UA Galaxy Stadium 14 8105 East 96th Ave. Indianapolis, IN... [Read more...]

Bonjour, Carmel Landing! Are you ready for a French twist to your day? If so, bring your appetite to La Mie Emilie for a meal that’s très bien (that’s “very good” for those of you who need a refresher from the French class you took years ago).  With quiches, sandwiches and desserts galore, you’ll leave satisfied for sure. For those of you who... [Read more...]

For those of you who are scrambling to come up with some recipes to finish off your menu, take a few minutes and look at EatingWell.com.  They’ve got a wide array of recipes for all occasions, including ones specifically for New Year’s Day paying particular attention to foods that are thought to be “lucky.” I have included the ingredients for one... [Read more...]

Hey Carmel Landing Apartments! Are there any awesome bakers out there? How about those that live for pre-made cookie dough? Well, around the holiday times, there are many recipes that people tend to try out, and their family members love sampling them! A favorite, no matter the occasion, has always been cookies. But has anyone made a really perfect cookie? A... [Read more...]

Let's be honest, dinner is at the forefront of many of our Thanksgiving gatherings. With all of the green bean casseroles, sweet potato pies, turkeys, hams, and many other traditional holiday favorites, your plate can get pretty heavy. So when it comes to dessert, you may want something a little bit lighter than the usual. So how about a nice white chocolate... [Read more...]

There's nothing like a good frozen yogurt (froyo) fix in the afternoons! And if you happen to be near the Indianapolis area, or if you don't mind the 20 minute drive, then Red Mango may be the perfect spot for you! (They have this new pumpkin spice flavor that I can't wait to try!) Red Mango combines it's slightly tangy frozen yogurt with fresh and... [Read more...]

I love any holiday that I can stuff my face with sugary treats on, which is pretty much every holiday, so I love them all! When it comes to Halloween, I just can't get enough of candy corn. I don't know why, but it's always been my favorite. But, there is such a thing as eating too much candy, and some types of candy are worse than others. Here are... [Read more...]

We all know that at times, our cookouts can get a little...meat heavy, for those of us who eat meat. Cookouts are the quickest way to add calories, but many times, we don't care because the food is just so tasty. Add some potato salad and baked beans, and your diet is ruined. ;)  One food that you can add to your cookout without feeling guilty is a very patriotic... [Read more...]

Best pizza on the north side. Period. Greek Tony’s always offers you a casual, family-friendly environment, and great quality pizza. I’m a stickler for the classics, so when I’m by myself, I always order the small Pepperoni and Extra Cheese Pie. I get a large if I want it to last a while. After about 2 slices, I’m good to go. :) Their subs are... [Read more...]

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