Food + Drink

Fresh Pico de Gallo

Here is a quick and simple recipe for the very best, fresh pico de gallo – the perfect mouthwatering addition to take your favorite Mexican inspired dish to the next level! I wouldn’t consider myself a big tomato-lover. They’ve grown on me a lot as I’ve gotten older and given…

Take a Culinary Tour of the World at Compass Rose Bar + Kitchen in Washington D.C.

We went to D.C. recently to visit friends and ate a bunch of delicious meals, but our meal and entire experience at Compass Rose Bar + Kitchen was to die for and I can’t recommend this spot enough! Our group reserved “La Cabaña“, a semi-private tented + heated little patio…

MJ’s Moscow Mule

MJ’s Moscow Mule cocktail is delicious, suuuuuuper refreshing, easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser! Lately when I find myself wanting a cocktail, it seems like I’m always craving a crisp, refreshing Moscow Mule served in a cold copper mug. I’ll be sharing some fun spins on the mules later…

MJ’s Migas Tostada

My Migas Tostada recipe is a quick, flavor-packed Tex-Mex breakfast made with scrambled eggs, crispy corn tortillas, pico de gallo, and melty cheese — all layered over a crunchy tostada with refried beans. It comes together in just 15 minutes and is perfect for weekend brunch, casual entertaining, or a…