Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Bloggiversary and Caramel Apple Cupcakes

I can scarcely believe it has been four years since I first began this blogging journey. And while my journey here has had a few ups and downs, so many of you have stuck by me no matter what. For that, I owe you more than you know. Thank you just isn’t enough. As it […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Dawn from Cuter than Gluten

Dawn Allen from Cuter than Gluten has joined us on the Healthy Lunchbox series before. Two years ago I was honored to be given the chance to review and giveaway her book, Culinary Creativity: Let Your Restrictions Set You Free, which is filled with 100% gluten and dairy-free easy to follow recipes.  Her insight and cute ideas are […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Cassidy from Cassidy’s Craveable Creations

One of the things I appreciate most about the Healthy Lunchbox series is the ability to bring like-minded people together. Much like we have, Cassidy from Cassidy’s Craveable Creations has changed her family using the power of food. Today, Cassidy is sharing her Paleo Pinwheels which are naturally gluten and dairy-free. I don’t know about you…but my kids are […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Sandi from Sandi’s Allergy Free Recipes

Like many of us who have been diagnosed with celiac disease or even food allergies, Sandi from Sandi’s Allergy Free Recipes spent much of her life battling symptoms but never really understood what those symptoms meant until  she became very, very ill.  Today, Sandi shares one of her favorite grab-and-go desserts. Easy to make and many suggestions […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Dr. Weinberg from Jennifer Weinberg, MD

Jennifer Weinberg MD.com is an impressive site where its author, Jennifer Weinberg, MD, MPH, MBE teaches about a lifestyle many of us strive for, one where our lifestyle, environment and nutritional goals all fall in sync with each other. So when Dr. Weinberg said she was interested in participating as a guest blogger in this […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Lauren from Epi Family

It wasn’t until about 12 years ago that I ever gave any thought to what food allergies really were or even had any inclination that they would ever affect my family. The day my son took just a couple of bites of shrimp, began vomiting shortly after then swelled up and was rushed to the […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Tia from Tia’s Kitchen

Beyond the fact that the Healthy Lunchbox series has brought dozens of bloggers together over three years time to join forces and bring to you their best ideas and most cherished lunchbox recipes, I appreciate the fact that this series continues to introduce me to new bloggers and like-minded mommies. Today’s post comes from the lovely Tia over at […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Phoebe from Feed me Phoebe

Phoebe from Feed me Phoebe and I have had the opportunity to work together in varying capacities from blogging with the Food Network to her fantastic Israeli Chickpea Salad shared in the 2012 Healthy Lunchbox series. From cooking classes to being able to hire Phoebe as your own personal chef, should you ever have the chance…this is a […]

Healthy Lunchbox 2014: Susan from Real Kids Eat Spinach

Susan from Real Kids Eat Spinach has been participating in the Healthy Lunchbox Series since it began, back in 2011. I am thrilled to be working with her once again. Susan is always filled with great advice and delicious recipes, and her Paleo Zucchini-Banana Bread looks to be no exception. Enjoy! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ My kids “get” it when […]

Salted Chili Lime Watermelon Popsicles

Having spent a vast majority of my life split between Southern California and Texas, there is no doubt that my food is heavily influenced by the Mexican culture. When I was pregnant with my oldest biological son, I craved Mexican candy and chili spiced fruits most. These popsicles are a healthy throw back to those […]