Blog - Sweet Life

Quick Hominy Sauté

One of my favorite things about cooking and entertaining is the simple act of gathering together around a table to share a meal. I love looking over to see people I adore sharing a meal, smiling and sharing their day with me – nothing, I repeat nothing makes me happier. I live to feed my people. After Hurricane Harvey, I lost items, objects, possessions, but not what I cherished most – the people I adore. The fantastic people over at Rumba Meats in collaboration with Neighbor’s Table surprised me with the sweetest gift – a beautiful, made with love table that encouraged me… Read More

No-Bake Margarita Cheesecakes with Candied Lime

I never need an excuse to mix up some margaritas and invite the Familia over to enjoy a platter of amazing tacos, but I find Cinco de Mayo is the perfect opportunity to add a bit of festive flair to my table. I’ve partnered with Truvia this Cinco de Mayo to host my own fiesta at home instead of braving the crowded restaurants with their calorie-laden temptations. Today I am sharing a simply easy Cinco de May dessert idea made with Truvia Cane Sugar Blend. To give my at-home fiesta that extra special festive flair, I’m kicking up my… Read More

Turkey Tostadas with Pineapple Salsa

My Turkey Tostadas topped with Pineapple Salsa will be your new go-to dinner! A simple, nutritious dinner idea made with Jennie-O ground turkey. I’m excited to partner with Jennie-O to bring you exciting new recipes. As a child, I remember one of my favorite meals was tostadas. My mami would make them on busy nights when it seemed like time was against her. She would peek into the fridge to pull out fresh tomatoes, lettuce and any leftovers we had from my dad grilling over the weekend. A few minutes of slicing and dicing, along with a quick… Read More

Tomatillo-Braised Beef Shanks

Stacked Beef Enchiladas – Selena Week

Guys Welcome to Selena week! An entire week dedicated entirely to recipes, cocktails, memories inspired by our South Texas Reina Selena Quintanilla. I am SO excited to share this week with you, plus a full recap of the exclusive Raised on Selena dinner I hosted along with Soy Tejana for media and local influencers. Selena was a huge inspiration to me growing up. Her dedication to her music, fans, and creative journey paved the way for Latinas y Tejanas to work hard, hustle and dream big. For our fun giveaways, please head over to the Soy Tejana Instagram page. We’re on day… Read More

Coca-Cola Cake – Selena Week

Dreaming of You Creamy Coca-Cola Cocktail – Selena Week

Olive Garden Salad with Spicy Olive Garden Dressing Inspired by Selena

Olive Garden Salad with Spicy Olive Garden Dressing inspired by Selena is a spicer version of the original Olive Garden Salad Selena loved so much. Made of iceberg garden salad, red onion, pitted black olives, pepperoncini peppers and roma tomatoes. Word on the street is Selena loved visiting the local Olive Garden. Did she order pasta?? The breadsticks? Nope, Selena ordered the Garden Salad. I can understand the fascination. The Olive Garden Salad has become one of the most searched for recipe on the internet. Simply search copycat Olive Garden salad, and thousands of recipes appear. Selena, she was… Read More