Melissa Llado

Melissa is a busy mom trying to survive the preschool years. She loves a good Pinot Grigio and cuddling up on the couch for the latest super hero movie. Her kids enjoy getting in the kitchen and helping make a mess trying new recipes! Even though she's constantly creating new and delicious treats she usually winds up buying grocery store treats when it's time for her to take snacks for school-- at all of the teachers' dismay.

Christmas Gifts for Teachers

Trying to figure out what to get your kids’ teachers….that they’ll actually like? Check out this list of Christmas Gifts for teachers!

Bourbon Glazed Peppermint Cookie Recipe

This bourbon glazed peppermint cookie recipe is the perfect Christmas cookie for your office holiday party or adult get together. Even though the alcohol cooks off the flavor remains for …

Mickey Rudolph Cookies Recipe – Semi-Homemade Christmas

This Mickey Rudolph Cookies Recipe is so simple and perfect for a semi-homemade Christmas! I’ve shared a lot of Christmas Cookie Recipes with you this holiday season, but I would …

Strawberry Cheesecake Thumbprint Christmas Cookie Recipe

Strawberry Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

This simple 5 ingredient Strawberry Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies Recipe is perfect for Holiday cookie exchanges….not too sweet but oh so delicious! Strawberry Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies Recipe Simple 5 Ingredient Thumbprint …

Chocolate Mint Cookies Recipe

This Chocolate Mint Cookies Recipe is a family favorite and so easy to customize! We love adding peppermint during the holidays but use cinnamon candies for Valentine’s Day and Chick-o-Sticks …

Elf on The Shelf Party Ideas

Plan an Elf on the Shelf Party with these cute ideas! Kids will have a blast when you host the neighborhood holiday party starring that silly little elf!! Elf on …