Mom-Friendly Meals: Steel-Cut Oats

I leave before 7 a.m. for daycare dropoff and work, which means that I eat breakfast after I’m at my desk. There’s a deli on the ground floor of my building, so I’m able to buy breakfast and lunch there,… Read moreMom-Friendly Meals: Steel-Cut Oats

Meal Planning

I want to do it. I just have a lot of trouble finding the time to sit down and think about it. Fortunately, last night we had friends over for dinner (afterward I realized that this was the first playdate… Read moreMeal Planning

Cooking With Pinterest

I don’t believe in Pinterest guilt. Seriously, if you’re judging yourself by other people’s pins, then it’s time to step away from the computer and go play outside. For me, Pinterest is primarily an inspiration board. I find things I… Read moreCooking With Pinterest

Bill’s Cafe

If you’re in San Jose and wondering where to have breakfast, you might want to drop in at Bill’s Cafe. Located in the charming (and expensive) neighborhood of Willow Glen, Bill’s offers up the basics and beyond. Our table wound… Read moreBill’s Cafe

Joan’s and Juanito’s

This morning I met a friend for coffee. But as it turns out, I was ravenous, so we turned coffee into breakfast. Our first choice was closed, so we walked a few blocks to Joan’s on Third. Joan’s has long… Read moreJoan’s and Juanito’s