The Wait is OVER!! We are so excited!!


"The puppies are 'ere! The puppies are 'ere!"

Just kidding, no puppies are here, thank goodness. I mean we love puppies but we are happy with our older pups who like life in the slow lane. Kinda like us!

What is HERE is my NEW Blog DESIGN! Yep!! The last few months, my graphic designer has created the framework for a NEW design of my website and it is GLORIOUS!! I have been a little in the background while she completed it. It did take a little longer than either one of us wished but we both have lives and families, and they are always the priority in both our books. So we are both pleased when it went live this week. We will still find a few tweaks that need to be corrected but for now, it's all hands on deck and a GO!! "Happy Happy Dance"!!! It's much much easier to navigate, it's bright and beautiful and fresh. Plus you will find many recipes or crafts on the home page. The options are almost endless.

Now did someone say Fiesta??

Not sure if you celebrate Cinco de Mayo or not. It's more of a cultural or geographic holiday and many of us do, even if it's only for the food! And speaking of Food, we have you covered from Tex Mex to Baja recipes. You can either try a new recipe or enjoy a old favorite and create a "fiesta" of delicious dishes for you, your friends and your family.

Salud! Mi Amigos Mi Amigas

Shredded Beef Taquitos

Bring the fiesta home with our Shredded Beef Taquitos, packed with slow-cooker Mexican shredded beef & given a crispy finish in an air fryer or deep fryer

Chile Relleno Casserole

Simplify dinner time with our Chile Relleno Casserole. Layers of spicy chiles and gooey cheeses, make for a delicious and effortless meal.

Spanish Sangria

Sip on a refreshing glass of homemade Sangria in your own backyard. Burgundy wine with a splash of brandy and fresh citrus and club soda.

Green Enchilada Chicken Casserole

Spice up your dinner routine with this easy and delicious Green Enchilada Casserole recipe!

Baja Fish Tacos

Forget the long drive to Baja, you can enjoy these mouthwatering fish tacos right in your own kitchen!

Roasted Jalapeño Salsa

Take your taste buds on a journey with this delicious homemade roasted jalapeño salsa. Perfect for tacos, chips, or just a spoon!

Perfect Guacamole

Craving some creamy, flavorful guacamole? 🥑 Look no further! Say goodbye to store-bought versions and hello to the freshest and most delicious guac you've ever tasted

Steak Tacos

Get ready to take your taco game to the next level with these mouthwatering steak tacos! Perfect for sizzling summer cookouts.

Carne Asada Burrito

A great carne asada marinade is the foundation of this popular Mexican classic. Since carne asada is made with skirt steak which is not the most tender of beef cuts, the marinade is crucial to this carne asada burrito recipe.

We have many more Mexican Food Recipes you just have to see and you can check all of them out right here

Even if you decide not to throw a Fiesta at your house, you must, you must treat yourself to a Margarita!!

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