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.

Prepare Your Toddler For Preschool: Tip #2 Read Bedtime Stories About School

The Best Books About Starting School

It’s time for Back to School and for many kids it’s going to be their first year of school. Here are my picks for the best books about starting school. The …

Chicken and Apple Baked Polenta Recipe

Polenta is a delicious alternative to pasta. This chicken and apple baked polenta recipe is a SUPER simple one dish meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes! It’s perfect for a …

Food Blog University- A Blogger Conference

Food Blog University is an all inclusive conference that’s not just for food bloggers. It’s a weekend of good food, great friends, lots of blogging, and loads of learning. Learn …

Make Sure #SummerIsSocial with #HelloFresh ad

Enjoy summer fun with friends and family while letting #HelloFresh worry about the age old question “What’s for dinner!” Read about my Hello Fresh review and how it simplifies my …

Easy Patriotic Ice Cream Sandwiches

These easy patriotic ice cream sandwiches make the perfect summer treat for this fourth of July weekend! It just takes a minute to put these together but they add so …

Stewed Tomatoes and Corn Recipe

Fresh vegetables make this delicious stewed tomatoes and corn recipe a perfect summer dish. This is a summertime favorite! The flavors of fresh corn and tomatoes blend perfectly to make a …