Recipes
New Summer Recipe: Green Goddess Chicken Salad
Green Goddess Chicken Salad When Bethenny Frankel can’t stop talking about something, we listen. In this case, it’s chicken salad—and we get why she’s obsessed with this simple but hearty staple. It’s a summer classic for a reason. You can serve it for lunch or...
Love Spicy Margaritas? Try This One Next!
If you love spicy margaritas, you have to try this version made with mom-founded 21Seeds tequila. Kat Hantas created the brand because “it’s what I wanted to drink – something smooth, simple, and casual with a fresh, natural flavor that made drinking infused tequila...
Build Your Own Taco Board
Tacos naturally lend themselves to being a family-friendly meal, since you can customize them to everyone’s preferences. Have a kid who doesn’t eat beans? Leave them off. Have a child who loves spicy food? Let him add his own hot sauce. Another likes only super plain...
Easy Recipe: Shaved Spring Salad with Creamy Tarragon Vinaigrette!
Easy no-cook recipe that is bursting with spring flavors? Yes, please. Thank you to our contributor, Kathleen Ashmore, for sharing another beautiful, seasonal and nutritious dish! For more easy and delicious recipes, go...
5 Spring Vegetables to Add to Your Shopping List
Spring is for revamping – and your meal options are no exception. If you’re a creature of habit, here’s a nudge to try some new, seasonal options. To help savor the very best of spring gardens, The Local Moms Network contributor Stefani Sassos, Registered Dietician...
Easter Bunny Cake
When you want to make Easter special, but don’t have a ton of time to cook or bake, this semi-homemade cake from the moms behind Habitual Hostess is perfect. With boxed cake and premade or homemade icing (they love Ina Garten’s), it comes together as fast as a bunny!...
Valentine’s Day Pink Smoothie Bowl
This Valentine's Day Smoothie bowl is perfect for February 14th or any day you want to show your kids (or yourself!) a little love with an easy, but special, breakfast. This filling (and pink!) strawberry smoothie bowl from Tabitha Blue, a Tampa, Florida-based mom of...
5 Ways to Celebrate the Winter Games with Your Kids!
This story was originally shared by Greater Lansing Area Moms 🇺🇸 Team USA Olympic Fun The Winter Olympics 2026 are coming soon, and it’s time to cheer on Team USA with fun, family-friendly activities everyone will love. From hosting an Olympics watch party to tracking...
The Best Veggie Chili!
It’s officially chili season! Chili is one of our favorite Fall and Winter weeknight meals for so many reasons. First, it’s as easy as chopping up ingredients. Second, you can customize it in endless ways (vegan/meat, spicy/mild, gluten-free, etc.). Finally, you can...
Super Bowl Recipes from Around The Local Moms Network!
Just in time for the big game, we asked some of the moms from around The Local Moms Network for their absolute favorite Super Bowl recipes. From French Onion Dip to Chicken Chili, here are a few to try! French Onion Dip from Beach Cities Moms FRENCH ONION DIP 2...
Dry January: A Chance to Rethink Mommy Wine Culture?
Credit: Julia Dzafic/Lemon Stripes Anyone else kind of love Dry January—or at least enjoying the perks, from better sleep to glowing skin? Mommy Wine Culture—the idea that motherhood is hard and wine takes the edge off—has become pretty prevalent. And while...
Apple Cider Margarita!
Leigh Hansen & Alston Calabrese of Habitual Hostess It’s Fall, y’all! If you’re mourning the end of summer marg season, you’ll love this tasty transitional cocktail from Alston and Leigh, the talented duo behind Habitual Hostess. Start with a high...
Bourbon Brown Butter Roasted Cauliflower
Although turkey gets a lot of attention on Thanksgiving—it is nicknamed “Turkey Day” after all—we have come to realize it’s all about the sides. From brown sugar-laced sweet potatoes to green beans topped with fried onions, the comfort food dishes surrounding the...
Real Pumpkin Spice Granola That Tastes Like Fall
Fall mornings just got a whole lot cozier with this pumpkin spice granola that’s made with real pumpkin puree. Made with wholesome oats, nuts, and seeds, all while being gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, this recipe from Kathleen Ashmore is a win for...
Fall Mocktail to Try: Cranberry Dream!
Deb Podlogar, aka “Mocktail Mom,” has built a devoted following around her passion for creating delicious alcohol-free drinks that never compromise on flavor or fun. Straight from her book, The Happiest Hour: Delicious Mocktails for a Fabulous Moms’ Night In, Deb...
Love Spicy Margaritas? Try This One Next!
If you love spicy margaritas, you have to try this version made with mom-founded 21Seeds tequila. Kat Hantas created the brand because “it’s what I wanted to drink – something smooth, simple, and casual with a fresh, natural flavor that made drinking infused tequila...
Honey & Jalapeño Sweet Potatoes!
Looking to mix up your usual marshmallow-topped sweet potatoes this Thanksgiving? Try this spicy and sweet take on taters, which uses fresh peppers and honey for an updated, elevated take on the classic. Thank you to our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore for sharing....
8 Easy Holiday Drink Recipes!
Credit: Emily Hlavac Green/Delish.com Need a last-minute cocktail for a holiday fete? These festive sips will take you from Thanksgiving through New Year’s–and are easy enough to make any night of the week. Cold Pecan Pie Martini from Delish Grapefruit, Honey &...
Recipe – This Marbled Chocolate Pumpkin Bread
As the crisp autumn air settles in and the leaves start to paint the landscape with warm hues, it’s the perfect time for cozy gatherings and enjoying the beauty of the season. The real estate market might lighten up, but your opportunities remain as vibrant as ever....
Healthy Halloween Veggie & Fruit Board!
Courtesy: The BakerMama Halloween is almost here and we are sharing an amazing last-minute, festive board from The BakerMama, which incorporates much needed vegetables into an adorable design. If you haven’t been, make The...