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.

Santa’s Library – Christmas Books for Kids

Start a new tradition this holiday season with Santa’s Library. Reading is fundamental for kids and these Christmas books for kids are perfect to read during the holiday season! Santa’s …

Hidden Turkey Spice Cake Recipe

This spice cake has quite the surprise hidden inside and a delectable icing that’s perfect for Thanksgiving. Make this Hidden Turkey Spice Cake with Maple Nut Icing Recipe and surprise …

Star Wars Lego Sets Under $15

The BIG List of Star Wars Lego Sets Under $15! Legos can get expensive…especially Star Wars Lego Sets….but all of these Star Wars Lego Sets are under $15! They make …

Nominate Your #ThanksgivingHero TODAY!

Time is running out to nominate your Thanksgiving Hero into La Brea Bakery’s Thanksgiving workers dinner contest! Don’t delay…show your #ThanksgivingHero how much you appreciate them! Nominate Your Thanksgiving Hero …

Food Blog University Conference Recap

We spent one amazing week at the Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort and Spa for this year’s Food Blog University Conference and it was AMAZING! Food Blog University Conference A Blogger Conference …

Gingerbread Chai Latte Recipe

This Gingerbread Chai Latte Recipe will warm you up from the inside out…it’s the perfect warm drink for a cold winter day. Gingerbread Chai Latte Recipe