In a large mixing bowl combine the following ingredients:

• 6 oz Cream Cheese
• 1/2 cup Mayo
• 1/2 cup Sour Cream
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
• 1 can Rotel (Rotel has varying heat versions depending on your taste. I usually go with original or mild)
• 1 can Sweet Corn
• 1 can Green Chiles
• Chopped Green Onion

Serve with tortilla chips — preferably scoops.

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Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound pork sausage
• 1/2 pound velveeta cheese
• 1 loaf of gluten free bread. I used Canyon Bakehouse Ancient Grain.
• 1 tablespoon ketchup
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon pepper

Directions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
• Brown your beef/pork in a large pot. I just mixed them together because why the heck not.
• While the meat is browning, start toasting your bread slices. In hindsight, I absolutely could have done this a more efficient way but I used my 2 slice toaster for all ~15 slices . I would probably put 4+ in my toaster oven next time. I did a medium toast, sliced the pieces in half, and laid them out on a baking sheet.
• Once the meat is fully cooked drain the grease.
• Cube the velveeta cheese and add into the pot with the meatz on medium heat stirring regularly.
• Once the cheese has melted slightly add the spices, worcestershire sauce, and ketchup.
• Put a lid on the pot and stir every few minutes until the cheese is completely melted.
• Once the mixture is nice and melty, scoop it out onto your bread slices.
• Pop into the oven for about 15 minutes or until the edges of the cheese mixture start to get crispy.
• Let cool and freeze.

Reheating Instructions

To reheat the frozen party pizzas, put in oven at 350 for ~20 minutes or until the topping has melted through.

Pro tip: if you have left over mixture like we did, warm it up and eat it with tortilla chips.

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The Skyline Dinner Cruise starts boarding at 5:30pm and takes off promptly at 6pm. We had the most beautiful second deck seats right at the window for max barge viewing (Sam’s favorite part). It is really cool to see the riverbanks from a new perspective. We were able to find the AB and Lemp breweries from the boat which was super neat. When the boat arrives back at the dock at 8pm you get an awesome view of the skyline (hints the name) and the lit up Arch. I hadn’t seen the new Arch grounds lit up at night and it was gorgeous!! The two hour ride is the perfect amount of time to get a few drinks from the bar (paid separately from the ticket/meal cost), finish our food, and head to the top deck to cruise back to the dock. There is also some fun live music to listen to during the trip.

They are currently doing plated food instead of their usual buffet style meals due to COVID. This allowed them to tailor to my plethora of intolerances. Of course, no bread or dessert for me but that is okay because the salad and main course was more than enough. The strawberry and feta spinach salad was delicious. The mashed potatoes were deliciously garlic-y and I liked the beef, as well. I would have preferred a rarer steak but I like my beef extremely rare so I am sure the majority would have been fine with it! It was a super fun and relaxed date night and I can’t wait to try out some of their other fun cruises like the Blues Cruise and a Drag show when they are offering them in the future. They run until November, weather permitting.

Ingredients:

• 3-4 medium to large chicken breasts (depends on how much chicken you want in your chili)
• Whole medium red onion diced
• 15oz can of whole kernel corn
• 6oz can of Tomato paste
• Half a block of cream cheese
• 6 garlic cloves minced
• Onion powder to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 1 cup of hot sauce or more if you like things on the spicer side (this is my favorite)
• 2 cups chicken broth (I like this brand because they come in individual 8oz containers)
• 16oz Navy beans
• 1oz Packet of ranch seasoning (I used this one)
• Cornstarch (for desired thickness)
• Green onion for garnish

Directions:

• Add all of the above ingredients to your crockpot except for the cornstarch and green onion. I like using a crockpot liner for easier clean up.
• Let ingredients cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 6-8.
• Once chicken is fully cooked take it out and shred it.
• Before adding the chicken back in, stir in cornstarch to get desired thickness. I like THICK chili so I used around 3 tbsps.
• Add chicken back in and serve with chopped green onion and sour cream!

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I have extremely sensitive teeth and gums so at first I was a little nervous about the toothbrush being “too powerful”, however, it has 5 different settings and there is even a sensitive setting which has been PERFECT for me. 

My favorite part about this toothbrush is the auto-interval smart timer for timed brushing aka it pauses for a split second every 30 seconds so you can keep track of how long you brush. I have never been great at timing my brushes so this has really improved my routine! Incorporating the cariPRO into my whitening routine is going to have my teeth looking tip top shape for my May 2020 wedding.

Get 20% off the cariPRO Ultrasonic electric toothbrushes with coupon code 20sociableceliac

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Chef Brian Hale, previously Executive Chef of Chase Park Plaza and Monarch, will be creating a one-night-only, delicious 5-course menu that is made without any of the “Big-8” Food Allergies: Milk, Eggs, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Fish, Crustacean Shellfish and Wheat. The inspiration for the event was to spread awareness of food allergies, create a unique event that is accessible to those with food allergies, and demonstrate that eating with food allergies can still be delicious. The dinner is hosted by THE BHIVE at Brennan’s to benefit AAFA-STL. It is the 36th Dinner in THE BHIVE’s This is Not a Restaurant series.

About the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, St. Louis Chapter 
For almost 40 years, the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, St. Louis Chapter (AAFA-STL) has provided free prescription  medication and coaching to help low income children with asthma and allergies thrive.  Last year, over 773 children and their families were able to breathe easier because of the foundation’s support.  In addition, AAFA-STL helps school nurses in over 280 schools throughout the St. Louis region by providing them with nebulizers and other equipment to stop an asthma emergency at school instead of sending children to the emergency room or home.  The organization also provides trainings and other support around food allergy awareness throughout the region.  For more information please go to www.aafastl.org. 

About Chef Brian Hale 
Hale started his culinary career in Milan, but has been a part of St. Louis dining for more than 15 years. His talent has shaped the tastes of several area restaurants: Al Baker’s, Harry’s Downtown, Sqwires, Monarch and Chase Park Plaza. Throughout the years Chef Hale has been recognized by Sauce Magazine as Best Chef in St. Louis and regaled as Favorite Chef in St. Louis by the Riverfront Times. As Executive Chef for Sqwires (2002) and Monarch (2006), Chef Hale’s efforts helped each restaurant earn honors for Best New Restaurant in St. Louis, and again in 2007, when Monarch was voted Best Restaurant. Chef Hale also won the first annual Iron Fork competition in 2007 and has been featured by the prominent culinary magazines Bon Appétit and Gourmet.

About THE BHIVE
Located in the Central West End of Saint Louis, THE BHIVE is a 3,000 sq. ft. space with a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde personality that caters to both creative entrepreneurs and sophisticated night owls. By day, THE BHIVE lends itself to daily private work space, meetings, and luncheons. By night, the space is a place for speakers, networking events, and entertainment. This is the 36th “This is Not a Restaurant Dinner” hosted by THE BHIVE. These dinners provide an exclusive opportunity to see what a rotating list of select chefs can do when the gloves come off. A rare chance to experience a menu, concept, and place that varies based on the fancy of the best in the biz.

The dinner will be intimate with only two seatings (6 pm and 8:30 pm) of 28 people each on July 26th. Tickets are $125 and include the meal, tax, tip and a donation to the AAFA-STL.  Click here to get your tickets.

2 mason jars – I used these
1 cup water
3/4 cup white vinegar
1 tbsp Himalayan pink salt
2 medium sized cucumbers (slices or speared)
Minced Garlic (~4 tsp split or more )
Pepper (to taste)
McCormick Garlic Ranch Seasoning (to taste) – get it here

Directions

• Wash and slice the cucumbers to your desired shape. I did slices this time!
• Place cut cucumbers in your mason jars and set aside.
• In a sauce pan, add the water, vinegar, and salt. Bring to a boil and ensure all the salt has dissolved.
• Pour vinegar mix into the mason jars over the cucumbers.
• Add about 2 tsp of minced garlic to each jar, shut lid and swirl around.
• Next we add the seasoning. You can really add anything you want (make them spicy with red pepper flakes, make them dill!)
• I added about 2 tsp black pepper and 2 tsp of the Garlic Ranch Seasoning.
• Place in fridge for 4-6 days and enjoy!

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Jord (pronounced Yode) is a watch company that specializes in producing high quality wooden watches! Jord uses a variety of different woods and earthly materials to help create their one-of- a-kind products. And they are one of the top wooden watch companies in their market!  

Check out my 5 reasons you should purchase a JORD Wooden Watch.

#1. They are a local St. Louis company

If you’re new here, I am from St. Louis and I love everything about my city (Let’s Go Blues!!!!). And one of the things I love the most are all the incredible local companies with top of the line products. Now you may be thinking, “Wait, I am not from STL what does this have to do with me?”

For the non-locals – you’re still getting an intricate, beautiful, and functional piece of jewelry for your wardrobe from a company that focuses on sustainability. Which brings me to #2.

#2 They are a Company Focused on Sustainability

Jord Watches focuses a lot on sustainability. A great majority of the wood they use is sourced from fallen trees and furniture remnants. Such woods can be found on their watches Ebony, Sandalwood, and Koa!  Jord has a strong mission on conservation and promoting a greener Earth and it’s this mission that helps them create a splendidly unique wooden timepiece that you won’t find anywhere else! We love an ethical company!!  Their site elaborates on each type of wood used, explaining the grain and weight as well as the sustainability rating according to two different environmental associations, it’s pretty awesome.

#3 Wooden Apple Watch Bands, Need I Say More?

Not only do they carry timelessly unique wooden watches, they also carry Apple Watch Bands to perfectly complement your Apple Watch. While I don’t own an Apple Watch (yet), these bands are on the top of my list when I finally get one! The prices for these bands range from $65 (Leather Bands) to $85 (Wooden Watch bands!)

#4 Engravings to Personalize Your Watch or a Gift for Someone Special

Or you can be as basic as I am and get your blog’s name engraved inside your watch and on your box You can get a small phrase or even an image engraved on either the watch’s backplate or cedar box! It’s entirely up to you!

#5 A+ Customer Service is Guaranteed

Not only does JORD have a diverse product palate that even includes hats, they offer $10 sizing and a wonderful Customer service program to help you out with any of your watch related questions, concerns, or opinions! It’s this commitment to service that puts JORD above its competitors! Seriously, I love my watch so much that I didn’t want to have to send it in to be resized so one of their service reps walked me through the resizing process to do on my own.

Giveaway
They are also doing a giveaway!

In this giveaway, one very lucky winner will receive a $100 GIFT CODE toward the purchase of any watch at JORD Wood Watch collection.

Not only that, but everyone else who enters will also get a 10% off code for entering! 10%! That’s around a $25 -$60 discount per watch!

Click the link here to enter!

For this recipe I used two simple ingredients: Secret Squirrel Dark Chocolate Mocha and Godiva Chocolate Liqueur.

Directions: Grab your favorite cocktail glass, add ice, 1.5 oz of Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, 8 oz of Secret Squirrel Dark Chocolate Mocha Cold Brew, and stir it on up. That’s it!

Mix it up (literally lol) and add all the ingredients x2 plus some extra ice to your blender for a yummy blended cocktail perfect for sitting out by the pool with a friend.

Check out Secret Squirrel’s full line-up of cold brew coffee and find a store near you that sells Squirrel Brew here.

I was first introduced to MadeGood at the Nourished Festival – Chicago (fka the GFAF Expo) and was blown away by their products. They have a nut-free facility and their lineup of products are free from the 8 most common allergens, organic, and contain nutrients equivalent to a serving of vegetables. And did I mention they use Purity Protocol for their oats!!   For all the moms and dads, say it with me “SAFE FOR SCHOOL!!” 

I am so excited to be partnering with them again to tell you about their amazing products!! #ad All of their products are super easy to grab and go, or as I like to call them “bag snack friendly”. Except maybe the giant thing of granola, but more power to you if you throw that bad boy in your bag. I especially love these products because I can get my veggies in all while eating chocolate, and that my friends is me living my best life. 

Check out all of the MadeGood Foods products and find a retailer near you. 

Here are some of my favorites which admittedly was extremely hard to choose because I love them all. Have you tired MadeGood foods? Drop your fav product in the comments! 

Crispy Squares in Chocolate and Vanilla

These are basically rice crispy treats and I need to eat one a day on doctors orders

Granola Minis

These are truly one of the best on-the-go snacks in the group. I love all the flavors and these are so easy to bring with to keep you fueled.

MadeGood Variety Pack

This is an incredible deal and let’s you try their most popular items. And it is even Amazon Sub & Save eligible!!

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