DINNER IDEAS
April 25, 2024
Living in Southern California, I’m always looking for the best carne asada recipe. Being so close to San Diego, the home of the amazing carne asada […]
April 11, 2024
These spicy chicken tenders are marinated overnight in buttermilk, then dipped in a flour dredge with Cajun seasonings and fried to perfection. They are freezable and […]
April 3, 2024
I am a passionate carnitas enthusiast. I’ve tried numerous variations and techniques to pursue that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture paired with a rich, flavorful crust. My family […]
February 19, 2024
The weather is finally warming up, and it’s time to dust off my Blackstone flattop grill and get to making everything on it! And what is […]
HI. I’M DEREK.
I AM A DAD, FOOD BLOGGER, AND FIXER OF BROKEN TOYS.
I’m a home cook, grill and barbecue junkie – and love fishing out doors.
But most of all, I love to sharing meals I create for my family!
My passion in life to use food to take a break from life, and re-connect as a family at the dinner table.
I love encouraging families to cook by sharing recipes, tips and tricks that make cooking simple, enjoyable and delicious!
DAD LIFE
September 5, 2023
First-time father huh? Yep I remember those days. Here’s 24 things I’ve learned from my first 2 years on how to be a new dad We […]
March 10, 2023
A Keyhole garden is a style of raised bed that has built in composting, and creates a sustainable ecosystem that your plants will thrive in As […]
January 13, 2021
This orange juice ginger and turmeric smoothie is the perfect breakfast or afternoon snack to get a great source of immune supporting nutrients into your system. […]
September 11, 2019
Figuring out an easy back to school lunch for kids in different phases is a little tricky. I think I’ve nailed it with these chicken enchilada […]
MY LATEST RECIPES
April 25, 2024
Living in Southern California, I’m always looking for the best carne asada recipe. Being so close to San Diego, the home of the amazing carne asada […]
April 11, 2024
These spicy chicken tenders are marinated overnight in buttermilk, then dipped in a flour dredge with Cajun seasonings and fried to perfection. They are freezable and […]
April 3, 2024
I am a passionate carnitas enthusiast. I’ve tried numerous variations and techniques to pursue that perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture paired with a rich, flavorful crust. My family […]
February 19, 2024
The weather is finally warming up, and it’s time to dust off my Blackstone flattop grill and get to making everything on it! And what is […]
December 30, 2023
There’s something magical about the winter season, especially when it involves cozying up next to a fireplace with the kids with a hot cup of marshmallow-loaded […]
November 30, 2023
When I think of the holidays, a prime rib dinner immediately comes to mind. There’s something magical about slicing into a perfectly cooked garlic herb prime […]
November 21, 2023
I’m sharing a recipe that took our family’s mac and cheese game to a whole new level – Smoked Gruyere Mac and Cheese. Imagine combining the […]
November 20, 2023
Southern Candied Yams have been a favorite in our home for years. There’s something heartwarming about a classic dish that brings smiles to the family table […]
October 30, 2023
When the golden hues of fall leaves shimmer outside, there’s nothing like the comforting embrace of a creamy pumpkin risotto to warm your insides. If you’re […]
October 26, 2023
This Air Fryer Bang Bang Chicken recipe is not only mouthwateringly delicious, but it’s also a breeze to whip up—taking just 30 minutes from start to […]
September 25, 2023
If you’re a fan of crispy chicken cutlets, full of flavor on top of possibly the best white sauces you’ve ever tried – this is the […]
September 7, 2023
One of my favorite soups I had ever growing up was pozole. I had not clue it was pozole, but I knew I loved it. My […]
September 5, 2023
First-time father huh? Yep I remember those days. Here’s 24 things I’ve learned from my first 2 years on how to be a new dad We […]
September 1, 2023
Yes, a breakfast bagel is the perfect breakfast for the whole family on a Saturday morning. Full stop. Toasted bagel, topped with a nice fried egg, stacks of crispy bacon, a little […]
August 31, 2023
One of my favorite cuisines that I hardly eat enough of is Peruvian. My love started with Chicken saltados, and every time I find a Peruvian […]
August 21, 2023
This butter chicken recipe is such a great gate-way recipe to get you to share other cuisines with the family. It’s a lovely blend between Tikka […]
July 31, 2023
Today, we’re diving into the exciting world of salads with my Cilantro Lime Grilled Steak Salad – a salad that’s not just for the health-conscious but […]
July 30, 2023
Who doesn’t love a good jalapeno popper? Who doesn’t love a good buffalo chicken wing? If you said “me” to either of those questions, we can […]