I admit it: I love that smoothies have become trendy, because it makes for more inspiration. I've been making smoothies on the regular for over 10 years now -- since my older son started solids -- so I always welcome new smoothie ideas. …
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From a fresh take on fajitas to a 20-minute pasta, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and sto…
Kate recently pointed out that planning for leftovers can help you cut your food budget , which immediately had me cooking extra. What I didn't plan for, though, is that some meals don't get as good a response the second time around as o…
I've talked a lot about how much I love avocado because of how easy it makes serving a nutrient-dense veggie (okay, it's actually a fruit, but I consider it a "veggie" at dinnertime). Cut, slice, serve. Pre-washed greens are also a lifes…
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From oven BBQ chicken to easy baked tacos, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopping list, and stock up be…
If you ask me, the best part of an ice cream sundae is the toppings. While they tend to be indulgent, I find piling gummy bears and crushed up peanut butter cups on my ice cream way too sweet. I know, I know: The kids disagree, but they …
Between all of us on the Cool Mom staff, we have serious experience with picky eaters, from kids with texture sensitivities to ones who insist on a single color group and eaters who just might be more stubborn than selective to others wh…
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From Cashew Chicken on a sheet pan to a perfect no-cook family meal, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shop…
I'm not sure how certain foods become trendy beyond the plate (looking at you, pineapple), but watermelons are everywhere. From pool floaties to purses and piñatas, watermelon is the motif of the summer. We love eating it plain -- especi…
They can't stop, they won't stop! Starbucks just announced two new Frappucino blended Crème drinks -- Berry Prickly Pear and Mango Pineapple -- and both are among the most summery drinks they offer yet. And, yes, yes: They'll look great …
Whether you have an adventurous eater or a picky one, it is a parenting truth that we all grapple with how to get kids to eat more vegetables. Because it's not always a matter of teaching them to like broccoli -- even if you manage that,…
I have seen the Disney Cars movie, release in 2006, the year before my first son was born, about 1200 times. My little one, who is seven and a half, still loves it. And the last time it was on, though he complained about having to watch …
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From a perfect sweet corn gazpacho to copycat Shake Shack burgers, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shoppi…
Lady Gaga has hand-picked four iced drinks to create the new Starbucks Cups of Kindness collection that is, as you'd expect, as colorful and hip as it is delicious and philanthropic -- just like the pop star herself. All four of the vibr…
If the treats on Pinterest are any indication, all dads wear ties and are super into grilling and mowing the lawn. While I'm sure this fits the bill for some dads, I can tell you that my husband only wears a tie when required (at most on…
You're probably familiar with the (RED) program founded by U2 frontman Bono to help fight AIDS through donations, events, products, and our favorite campaign, EAT (RED) SAVE LIVES, but if not, get ready to learn more about the best reaso…
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From my kids' new favorite quesadilla to Cheesy Bruschetta Chicken, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your shopp…
It's nearly impossible for me to hit the farmer's market -- or even the fresh produce aisle of my local supermarket -- and not stock up on tons and tons of fresh summer fruit. Because for me, and many of you too, sweet, juicy fruit that …
While kids in some parts of the country are already out of school, many others (including my own) have a couple of weeks left. That means their parents (including me) have a couple of weeks left to pack school lunches. And then, of cours…
You know what they say: Rosé all day. Except anything all day gets boring. That's why I whipped up five rosé cocktail recipes to keep the rosé wine flowing all summer long, no boredom allowed. On the latest Kitchen Help LIVE , our weekly…
The unofficial start of summer begins! Whether or not your kids return to school on Tuesday, one thing is for sure: It's time for summer eating. Whether you're dining al fresco, picnicking on the beach, or taking cover from rain this wee…
It’s time to start thinking about your meal plan for next week. From drumsticks that keep the long weekend going to a 15-minute pasta, we’ve got five weeknight dinners that will get you through the week ahead. So grab a pen, make your sh…
Even your favorite salads, filled with all of your favorite things, will get boring sometimes. It’s just a thing that happens. Luckily, it’s easy to make them interesting again — you just have to add in some seriously surprising ingredie…
If you're as obsessed with Instagram Stories and with food as I am, you need to make sure to never miss these three food Instagram accounts -- especially their Stories. Helping make sure of this is my food editor civic duty. And I won't …
