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Meat Lovers Soup

by Cara April 9, 2013 Dinner
I love hearty comforting soups on a cold day.  This one has just about everything in it!  Rich in many layers of flavor and texture its got something in it for everyone.
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Vanessa’s Superfood Breakfast Smoothie

by Cara January 9, 2013 Beverages
  Thank you Vanessa for this smoothie recipe filled with a powerhouse of superfoods!  I’m sure this will get you energized in the morning!
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The Scientist Piano and Violin Cover

by Cara November 25, 2012 Music
One of my all-time favorite Coldplay songs, and I’m so excited to share this since I was able to play it along with my amazingly talented violinist boyfriend. Check out our video and leave a comment. Thanks!
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Vanilla Cinnamon Halva with Coconut Topping

by Cara October 23, 2012 Dessert
Our family grew up eating this confection.  Halva is a dense but crumbly sesame dessert we always had in South Africa. There are a few different varieties available, and you can often find it in Middle Eastern markets or restaurants.  From pistachio to marbled to chococlate and plain, it’s a treat for us whenever we can get our hands on [...]
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Charlie Brown Piano Solo

by Cara September 30, 2012 Music
I recently learned this song and I love the arrangement as a piano solo.  I found the sheet music from someone I found on YouTube, who plays all by ear.  It’s amazing to me that he is able to create this music this way. Check him out on YouTube it’s worth watching some of his videos! http://www.youtube.com/user/FrancescoParrino?feature=watch Here’s my video [...]
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Eat your heart out-South Africa

by Cara August 26, 2012 Travel
One of my favorite things about going home to South Africa is the food! And of course being able to enjoy it with family and friends who I miss so much. I have to share some of what South Africans enjoy that is unique to South Africa and our culture.  The cuisine in SA has been referred to as “rainbow [...]
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“Claire De Lune”

by Cara July 28, 2012 Music
One of the most well known pieces by French composer Claude Debussy, “Claire De Lune”, meaning “moonlight” in French, is from the classical movement known as Impressionism, French Impressionism to be exact for this piece, although Debussy would not be happy calling it that as his music was more of a transition into the romantic musical era.
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Braised Short Ribs

by Cara July 10, 2012 Entree
These have got to be the best short ribs I’ve ever had.  So rich in flavor and tender, you can eat with just a fork alone.  We have the privilege of getting grass fed meat prroducts from an Amish farm, so we know we are getting the healthiest meat out their with the highest nutrient content.  Short ribs are especially good [...]
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Vanilla Bean Coconut Milk

by Cara June 11, 2012 Beverages
I have been making this coconut milk and using it as a base for my whey protein shakes.  It makes the shakes so creamy and delicious.  The vanilla bean really adds a deep flavor, making it even better!
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“Fix You” Piano Cover

by Cara May 21, 2012 Music
I learned this song a few years back and still never get tired of playing it.  It’s one of those songs that make me feel really good to play.  Whatever I’m feeling that day, I can let it out with this song. Also…we got to go see Coldplay live last week!  It was an AMAZING concert! Our friends have heard [...]
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