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April 28, 2026
Snacks, Featured
Lindsay Kinder
The (High Protein) Cheesy Chip That Slaps Back

Amidst my quest over the last year for truly high protein foods, I’ve identified a few truly perfect foods. And one of ‘em is cottage cheese.

The (High Protein) Cheesy Chip That Slaps Back
April 14, 2026
Featured, Drinks, Tips
Lindsay Kinder
How to Make Nut Milk When You Don't Have Any ...

This is a quick tip, but I think you’ll be happy to have it in your back pocket! Last week I wanted a smoothie but realized I didn’t have any nuts …

January 21, 2026
Tips, Video, Archived
Lindsay Kinder
5 Easy Ways to Get More Protein (on NBC!)

Last week the Emmy-winning production team at NBC came over to talk about protein. We’ve been here before, and with so many of us thinking more carefully about the energy we’re bringing into the New Year, I wanted to share a handful of tips that can make getting your protein feel less like a chore!

5 Easy Ways to Get More Protein (on NBC!)
December 3, 2025
Small Business, Archived
Lindsay Kinder
The Small Business Must-Have with Flodesk

When I chat with other business owners, I always immediately ask if/how they use email marketing.  For us, it’s the fuel to our sparkle fire. 

December 2, 2025
Tips, Drinks, Archived
Lindsay Kinder
How to Make Spirits Bright: 5 Unique Holiday ...

Our very own Jennifer Caballero, the FOOD LA LA Queenpin of Spirts, is dishing on her top five holiday cocktail tips to spark joy during a chaotic holiday season!

Lindsay Kinder
July 27, 2017
Soup, Archived, Videos

Spicy Carrot Soup

Lindsay Kinder
July 27, 2017
Soup, Archived, Videos

This soup is an excellent party dish because it’s show-stoppingly beautiful, it comes together in a flash, and it can be made ahead.  Serve it hot or cold. 

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Lindsay Kinder
July 20, 2017
Sides, Tips, Archived, Veggies

Pink Pickled Onions

Lindsay Kinder
July 20, 2017
Sides, Tips, Archived, Veggies

I made my first batch of pickled onions a few months ago and haven’t been able to stop.  The jar sits in my fridge, and I just grab a little forkful for tacos, salads, nachos, even avocado toast.  They add the prettiest pop of pink. 

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Lindsay Kinder
July 13, 2017
Archived, Veggies

Mexican Street Corn

Lindsay Kinder
July 13, 2017
Archived, Veggies

There’s a lot to love about elotes, or Mexican street corn.  Think grilled corn on the cob fancied up with lime juice, chile powder, and cotija cheese.  But, this dish posed two problems for me.  First, I don’t have a grill.  Second, I really dislike one of the main ingredients: mayonnaise. 

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Lindsay Kinder
July 6, 2017
Drinks, Archived, Brunch

Frosé

Lindsay Kinder
July 6, 2017
Drinks, Archived, Brunch

While rosé is perfectly delicious and refreshing right out of the bottle, it reaches new heights as frosé—a brut rosé sweetened ever so slightly with homemade lavender simple syrup then frozen to a slushy consistency. 

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Lindsay Kinder
July 3, 2017
Tips, Archived, Drinks, Videos

Fourth of July Icy Champagne Bucket

Lindsay Kinder
July 3, 2017
Tips, Archived, Drinks, Videos

While this patriotic icy champagne bucket is reminiscent of childhood summer popsicles, it’s sophisticated enough to make any adult smile and wonder how you did it. 

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Lindsay Kinder
June 22, 2017
Brunch, Archived, Videos

Berry + Ricotta 4th of July Turon Dessert Lumpia

Lindsay Kinder
June 22, 2017
Brunch, Archived, Videos

I challenged Alex to create a lumpia recipe that could be baked, because many of you don’t own deep fryers.  He began experimenting, and the Berry Ricotta 4th of July Lumpia was soon born. 

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Lindsay Kinder
June 15, 2017
Drinks, Tips, Archived

Organic & Biodynamic Wine with Wine+Moxxi

Lindsay Kinder
June 15, 2017
Drinks, Tips, Archived

Biodynamic wine is produced using only natural and holistic practices.  For example, cows might be onsite to make compost and fertilize the vines; and rather than machinery, sheep prune the vineyard.  The symbiotic relationship between the environment and the grapes makes a biodynamic vineyard flourish.

2 Comments
Lindsay Kinder
June 8, 2017
Brunch, Archived

Grapefruit Brûlée

Lindsay Kinder
June 8, 2017
Brunch, Archived

The contrast between the tart grapefruit and sweet, caramelized sugar is magic.   Drizzle with homemade balsamic reduction for a show-stopping dish.

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Lindsay Kinder
June 1, 2017
Dessert, Archived

Healthy Brownies

Lindsay Kinder
June 1, 2017
Dessert, Archived

Because refined sugar has such severe health consequences, I’m always looking for ways to satisfy that sweet craving with something healthier.  Cue: healthy sweet potato brownies (can I get an amen?!).  You would never know the base of this sweet treat is nutrient-rich sweet potato.

1 Comment
Lindsay Kinder
May 25, 2017
Dessert, Archived, Videos

Superfood Chocolates

Lindsay Kinder
May 25, 2017
Dessert, Archived, Videos

Dessert doesn’t have to be bad for you.  Instead, get creative and find a new way to incorporate something healthy.  If I need something sweet to satisfy me after dinner, I reach for one of these superfood chocolates.

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Lindsay Kinder
May 16, 2017
Drinks, Tips, Archived, Brunch

Mimosa Bar

Lindsay Kinder
May 16, 2017
Drinks, Tips, Archived, Brunch

Why wait in line for brunch and bottomless mimosas (with undesirable juice-to-champagne ratios) when you can recreate your own mimosa bar at home?  Give your traditional mimosa bar some oomph with a few fun, unexpected twists: flower ice cubes, fruit peel cut-outs, berry skewers, unicorns, and blood orange!

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Lindsay Kinder
May 11, 2017
Appetizers, Archived

Thai Curry Hummus

Lindsay Kinder
May 11, 2017
Appetizers, Archived

This recipe is so simple: Put everything in the blender and voila!  When choosing your crudité, or dipping vegetables, be mindful to choose organic whenever possible. 

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Lindsay Kinder
May 2, 2017
Drinks, Archived, Videos

3-2-1 Margaritas

Lindsay Kinder
May 2, 2017
Drinks, Archived, Videos

My fiancé, who moonlights as our in-house bartender, introduced me to the 3-2-1—a clean, tangy margarita perfect for ringing in Cinco de Mayo.*   Sometimes I prefer “3-2-2” with more lime juice, so adjust the proportions to your liking.

1 Comment
Lindsay Kinder
April 27, 2017
Tips, Archived

The Dirty Dozen

Lindsay Kinder
April 27, 2017
Tips, Archived

Each year, the Environmental Working Group issues the Dirty Dozen list, which ranks pesticide contamination in 48 types of fruit and vegetables.  Even if you don’t buy entirely organic, you may want to at least choose organic for these items

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Lindsay Kinder
April 20, 2017
Archived, Videos, Grains

Pasta Sauce

Lindsay Kinder
April 20, 2017
Archived, Videos, Grains

Shane makes these sauces at the same time: He uses a sprig of basil in the marinara, then blends the rest into a quick pesto.

4 Comments
Lindsay Kinder
April 14, 2017
Archived, Videos, Grains

Homemade Pasta

Lindsay Kinder
April 14, 2017
Archived, Videos, Grains

I’ve been determined to teach myself, then all of you, how to easily make pasta—even without a pasta machine—a recipe you can make in your own kitchen right now.

2 Comments
Lindsay Kinder
April 6, 2017
Tips, Drinks, Archived, Brunch

Flower Ice

Lindsay Kinder
April 6, 2017
Tips, Drinks, Archived, Brunch

This spring, bachelorette parties, baby showers, and bridal showers abound.  If you’re on deck for party planning, borrow this trick to dazzle your guests.  Because what’s more fun than baby roses bobbing in your rosé?

4 Comments
Lindsay Kinder
March 30, 2017
Seafood, Archived, Videos

Steamed Mussels + Garlic Bread

Lindsay Kinder
March 30, 2017
Seafood, Archived, Videos

Mussels are quite easy to cook, though a little trickier to prep.  First, soak them to remove excess sand and grit.  Then, remove the beard (a stringy membrane that the mussel uses to attach itself to rocks or other stable surfaces).

4 Comments
Lindsay Kinder
March 23, 2017
Sides, Archived, Veggies

Shaved Asparagus Salad

Lindsay Kinder
March 23, 2017
Sides, Archived, Veggies

I love the combination of lemon, Parmesan, and cracked pepper with this asparagus salad, but there are lots of other flavors you can try: sun dried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, mozzarella, or even chopped pistachios.

8 Comments
Lindsay Kinder
March 16, 2017
Drinks, Archived, Brunch, Videos

Irish Coffee at The Buena Vista

Lindsay Kinder
March 16, 2017
Drinks, Archived, Brunch, Videos

What’s the best way to start your morning on St. Patrick’s Day?  With an Irish Coffee o’ course!

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