Another year is in the books! 2019 was a really weird year for me. In February, we welcomed our sweet little Anya into the world. We have been working on building our new place fairly nonstop (here’s hoping that we’ll be able to meet our deadline and move in April!). It’s been crazy. Looking…
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60+ Coconut Oil Recipes!
Here’s a roundup of over 60 coconut oil recipes, including breakfast, dinner, snacks, and desserts! Have you ever wondered about coconut oil? What it’s good for, where it comes from, its health benefits, etc.? I wrote up a whole post for you over on The Pioneer Woman’s blog with details about the different types of…
Christmas Gift Guide 2018
It’s that time of year again: the hunt for the perfect gift for that special someone is on! I’ve got loads of ideas for you this year, for the health nut, baker, hostess, guys, stocking stuffers, and more! I tried my best to find gift ideas that are either fair trade or made in America/Japan/Europe….
My Top 10 Favorite Things to Buy on Thrive Market
First of all, you might be wondering what on earth Thrive Market is: It’s basically an online discount grocery store. Think of Costco, but on the computer. 👍 There’s an annual fee like Costco, but it’s easily worth it, as you’ll see… When I make an order from Thrive Market, there are a few things I…
Top 10 Posts of 2017
It’s always fun to look back on the year and choose which posts I’m most proud of sharing with you guys. Last fall I conducted my first reader survey, and I realized that you guys wanted to see more savory/main dish recipe posts. So I focused more on that in 2017. I also started…
2017 Christmas Gift Guide
Christmas Gift Guide So, do you have everyone on your Christmas shopping list crossed off? Or are you freaking out a bit because you don’t know what on EARTH to get those last few people? I’ve got you covered. In my 2017 Christmas Gift Guide, I’ve got something for the beginner cook, the health enthusiast,…
30+ Real-Food Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas!
Mother’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re planning a brunch for the special day, I’ve got over 30 ideas for you! Now, I definitely believe in indulging for special occasions: if someone is serving something completely unhealthy at a family gathering, I go ahead and enjoy it. You’ve gotta live a little. But…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
The ultimate Mother’s Day gift guide for the food-loving mom in your life. Note: Some links are affiliate. All opinions are my own. If you click on a link and make a purchase, I will earn a small commission. This has zero impact on the price you pay, and it helps to keep Buttered Side…
Top 10 Posts of 2016
When I look back at 2016, it’s been a very rewarding year for me. I birthed my second child and watched him grow and develop. I also watched as my little girl transformed from a toddler to a little girl (all the feels!). I wrote my first ever e-book. I pushed myself to try out…
How to Host a Real Food Thanksgiving
I don’t know about you, but I tend to enjoy my food more when I know that it’s been made from scratch. Sure, I love my share of Stovetop dressing. But if I take the time to prepare it myself, a little piece of me doesn’t die when I think about the MSG and corn…