So, on June 16th I celebrated turning the BIG 50! It’s hard to believe I’m 50, and I often get asked “my secrets”.. haha!! Anyway, I will share a few on this blog post, but be sure to follow me on Insta on my handle @marioochcooks for the most up-to-date stories and recipe developments, as well as some of my workout ideas and advice. I’m…
I love the smell of coffee when I wake up in the morning. My husband has been making the coffee for years and the aroma of coffee emanates upstairs and wakes me up. Growing up my dad would make the coffee and I can remember jumping out of bed when I was in high school to have some with him, and share a conversation before…
When you host a party always have some freshly cut flowers on your table or counter. I get them from my yard. It brings color into your kitchen, and is an organic and inexpensive way to decorate a space. Hosting a party is right up there with one of my favorite things to do. Enjoy the rest of your summer! xo
I have fond memories of going to my Italian grandmother’s and my Aunt Millie’s house on Sundays. They lived in a two-story home located in a small Italian neighborhood. Everybody knew them. Any time you stopped by, there was always company, and someone speaking Italian. Aunt Millie was the ultimate chef. She would always have mounds of food ready to be eaten the moment her…