Halloween is Saturday?! It’s a bit spooky how quickly the holiday snuck up on us. Nonetheless, we are ready to share some of our last minute Halloween party treats. There are so many yummy dessert options. We’ll list a few below and then share how to make our favorite one.
Now for our favorite treat. Peanut Butter, apple smiles. We chose it as our favorite because we’re trying to be healthy(ish) this fall. Now put on your small and let’s make a treat. Ingredients: 4 Granny Smith Apples 1 cup Peanut Butter 1 cup mini marshmallows 1 tablespoon lemon juice Directions: Slice the apples with an apple slicer. Sprinkle lemon juice on top to keep them fresh. Spread about 1tsp of peanut butter on one side of each apple slice. Place about 6 marshmallows in the peanut butter of one apple slice. Place another apple slice (peanut butter side down) on top of the marshmallows. Repeat until all ingredients are used. We hope you enjoy this yummy treat inspired by Jorie Mark. For a healthier option the marshmallows can be substituted for a nut or yogurt covered raisin. Author - Meet Jessie ParmenterJessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — and we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie.
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Listening. Something we think we’re always good at. Until, we’re asked to repeat what someone said or to form an appropriate response. We often mix up the terms hearing and listening. More often than not, we end up hearing what people are saying, rather than listening. The sounds are coming in, but they are not sinking in. Our goal needs to be that we’re actively listening to everyone we speak with. It’s tough — we’ve got our own life with our own thoughts and issues. But really listening to someone is significant. You can understand the true meaning of what is being said. You can learn something new about them and even yourself. What’s a common habit for us to hear and not listen? Forming our response while others are still speaking. This means we’re only listening to a portion, but tune out the rest while we’re preparing our response. We can’t actively be listening to someone if we’re thinking about our response the whole time. We need to remember to be present. To take in the meaning of what’s being said and to delay our response so that we’re able to pick up on what’s not verbally being said. Show your loved ones you care, by listening. We love when we’re truly listened to. It makes us feel all gushy inside. So spread the gush. Get out there and get into some deep conversations. Who knows what you might learn. Be in the moment. Be intentional. Be mindful. Listen. Author - mEET jESSIE parmenterJessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — and we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie. We can still make the most of this Halloween by getting out and having some safe fun. Take a look at these fun events, happening near you, this weekend. Make sure to strike a pose and post to let everyone know how much fun there is to be had in San Diego! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 Trick-or-Treat Party 3 PM 1010 East El Norte Parkway, Escondido Halloween is upon us and you’re invited to a trick or treat party! The event will include a costume contest, bounce house, games, pinata, and gift basket raffles. This is a free family event. Donations and proceeds from raffle sales will go towards the Feed a Family Thanksgiving dinner giveaway. Trunk-or-Treat 12 PM Buddy Todd Park in Oceanside Come have some fun at Trunk-or-Treat 2020. Park, have fun, social distance and wear a mask. Come with your car decorated and ready to hand out candy to the kiddos. Harvest Walk at Belmont Park 11 AM Belmont park Join us as Belmont Park transforms into a vibrant taste of fall with an Open-Air Market, featuring Local Food Vendors, Artisans and a Craft Beer Garden. Not to mention, all-new Go Kart Track, Classic Movie Cars on display, Free Trick-or-Treating, Street Magic, and many more fun ways to experience fall for the whole family! One of California’s BIGGEST Pumpkins for all to see – guess the weight and win the prize! Or visit with adoptable dogs from San Diego Humane Society and partners. Halloween Party at the Landings 6:30 PM The Landings in Carlsbad Come out and party for Halloween with the Rolling Heartbreakers. You have the opportunity to enjoy great food and drinks, plus you can dress up in a costume if you’d like. Make sure to bring your friends! Halloween Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat 2 PM The Forum in Carlsbad Dress up in your costumers, decorate your car and come to the The Forum for a drive-thru trick-or-treat even for all your little ghosts and goblins hosted by Frankenstein, Maleficent and The Mummy from Royal Entertainers. There will be pre-packaged bags full of treats for the first 500 kiddos. Just drive in front of Lululemon and one of their spooky hot or hostesses will hand you a bag – contact-free. Plus, the Jackstraws Band will be there to play all your favorite Halloween tunes. Halloween at My Yard Live 12 PM to 9 PM My Yard Live in San Marcos Come hand at My Yard Live anytime between noon and 9 PM to be treated with food and drink specials, live music and the opportunity to win a $50 gift card in their costumer contest. The staff of MYL will be keeping their eyes out for the best costumes so come ready! Plus, GUSTO will be performing at 5 PM so it will be the perfect spot for you and your friends to relax for Halloween. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 Pumpkin Patch and Tractor Rides Mellano Farm Stand, Oceanside, CA Visit their FREE pumpkin patch filled with a wide variety of pumpkins and specialty pumpkins. Our farm stand is overflowing with farm-fresh flowers and produce! Food trucks will be on site, too! Don't forget to reserve your spot on the Tractor Ride. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Take $1 off pumpkin purchase when you buy a ticket for a Tractor Ride. Road Runner Sports Tent Sale 11 AM Road Runner Sports in Carlsbad This is the best time to stock up on your favorite running shoes, apparel and gear! To celebrate the season, Road Runner Sports will be handing out Halloween candy, too! Here you’ll be able to enjoy outdoor shopping and incredible prices. Items being sold include shoes, tech tees, tanks, shirts, sports bras, shorts, tights, pants, jackets and more. Leucadia Farmer’s Market 10 AM 185 Union St, Encinitas, CA 92024 Come visit our booth at the Leucadia Farmer’s Market. Here you’ll enjoy food, produce and goods from some of the best local vendors around. Urban Legends Haunt
OC Fair, Costa Mesa 7 PM Devised from the whispered folklore that has tortured and terrorized countless generations, Urban Legends Haunt manifests a psychologically terrifying landscape mixed with live-action, story-driven immersive environments. This drive-thru terror experience will have guests scrambling to lock their car doors…until they realize they’re trapped inside! Get more details here: https://urbanlegendshaunt.com/ Your feet have finally landed on the ground. You have that job, that relationship, that house that you have been striving for. Now is the time to pat yourself on the back to celebrate your hard work. It finally paid off! Do you feel satisfied? We hope so! We also know that life is not always as it seems. You achieve one goal and realize you need to set a new one. Life is an endless cycle, but it’s important to take a moment to acknowledge your achievements as they happen. Share your achievement with your loved ones, post about it online, throw a party. The options are endless. Just make sure it doesn’t go unnoticed. My personal way of celebrating an achievement is an evening spent with my loved ones. Typically, you can find us toasting and cheersing through the night. Everyone shares their struggles and successes - laughing regardless. Nothing big, but time well spent nonetheless. Take time to reflect on the obstacles you faced, the commitment to your goal, and the time invested. You learned about yourself and grew more each day in this process. Congrats! Enjoy the little moments of joy as you prepare for the first step since you landed. That step is going to feel huge. Because it is. You’re stepping into your new office, the arms of a loved one, your new home. This is an exhilarating step, that will guide you down a path you established. Enjoy this new journey. You earned it! Author - MEET JESSIE PARMENTERJessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — and we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie. Are we the only ones who feel the change of season in the air? It’s still 75 degrees outside, but the evenings are starting to cool and there’s a little bit of chill in the air… and we’re all about it. Here’s your list of local events that will help you to enjoy the season even more! Get the chance to check one out? Let us know by tagging us on Instagram and Facebook. Saturday, October 24th Plaza Pop-Ups 1 to 9 PM Omni La Costa Resort and Spa We’re proud to announce Plaza Pop-Ups at the Omni La Costa! This series will kick off with award-winning CaliFino Tequila this Friday and Saturday from 1-9pm. Meet the makers, enjoy tequila and tequila gelato tastings and made-to-order cocktails. Open Air Yoga Experience 9:15 AM San Diego Garden, Encinitas, CA Breathe in fresh air while being surrounded by lush gardens. Immerse your senses in the sights, smells, and sounds of nature. Leave restored and rejuvenated! Please bring your own mat. Class fees include Garden admission. Please note that the class will be canceled in the event of rain. Cost: Members $10, non-members $24. Please register at least 1 day in advance of class. Register Online Here: https://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm Haunted Corn Maze Every Friday and Saturday October 2nd - October 31st 7pm-10:30pm The Strawberry Fields 1050 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad 92008 Looking for a spooky adventure this Halloween season? This haunted maze is just the place for you. The Carlsbad Strawberry Company has created the perfect thrilling experience you and your family will talk about for days. The haunted maze is perfect for teenagers and adults, guaranteed to get your heart thumping. Go early and catch the early bird admission! Make sure to note that the maze is only open on Fridays and Saturdays. Howl-O-Ween Harvest Family Festival 9 AM Helen Woodward Animal Center, Rancho Santa Fe, CA Gather up your little ghouls and goblins, and join us for some festive fun! This family event includes hands-on animal encounters, trick or treat stations, a cute craft, a journey through the perilous path and a mini pumpkin patch for you to pick one out to bring home. Animals you may encounter include miniature horses and goats, snakes, lizards, millipedes, and Madagascar hissing cockroaches. Make sure to pre-register for the event at https://animalcenter.org/programs-services/education/howl-o-ween-harvest Pumpkin Patch and Tractor Rides 10:30 AM Mellano Farm Stand, Oceanside, CA Visit their FREE pumpkin patch filled with a wide variety of pumpkins and specialty pumpkins. Our farm stand is overflowing with farm-fresh flowers and produce! Food trucks will be on site, too! Don't forget to reserve your spot on the Tractor Ride. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Take $1 off pumpkin purchase when you buy a ticket for a Tractor Ride. Paint a Rock Workshop 10 AM Butterfly Farms, Encinitas, CA Beginning at 10am guest will have the opportunity to paint rocks with Jenna. The workshop is $10 and includes all the supplies and instructions to paint your own inspirational garden rock. Workshops will be at 10-11-12-1-2 and 3pm. Workshop attendees will receive all day admission to the butterfly free flight house until 4pm day of the workshop, too! Temecula Old Town Farmer’s Market Starts at 8 AM Old Town, Temecula Come visit our booth at the Farmers Market in Old Town Temecula. Here you can shop at local businesses, grab some great food, purchase local produce and good, plus enjoy some great October weather. Flying Miz Daisy October Market Starts at 9 AM OC Fair Event Center, Costa Mesa, CA Come shop Orange County's premier Outdoor Vintage Market with over 150 vendors! You'll find vintage, antique, repurposed, European, farmhouse, industrial and hand-crafted artisan goods!! Go to the OC Fair Event Center, gate 3 - Lot D. Admission is free, but parking is $7 (credit card only). Sunday, October 25th Leucadia Farmer’s Market 10 AM 185 Union St, Encinitas, CA 92024 Come visit our booth at the Leucadia Farmer’s Market. Here you’ll enjoy food, produce and goods from some of the best local vendors around. Halloween Spooktacular 12 PM La Costa Roasting courtyard Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls…get ready for this Halloween event Sunday, noon to 2 PM. The event will feature photo opportunities with Frankenstein, a live DJ, giveaways, a take-home kids craft, and more (while supplies last). Trunk or Treat! 4 PM Oceanside Dance Academy, Oceanside, CA Halloween Trunk or Treat! Give your kids an alternative to trick-or-treating this season by attend the Oceanside Dance Academy’s Trunk or Treat event. You can even sign-up to decorate your car and pass out candy to the kiddos, too. Make sure to RSVP by clicking here: http://evite.me/t2AGmxcjnU. 4 In Weekly Corn Hole! 3 PM Northview HOA Tennis Courts, Encinitas, CA Join for a game of 4-game round-robin corn hole with a single elimination bracket. Spots are limited so make sure to show up on time! Cost is $5 per player. Halloween Spooktacular 12 PM Plaza Paseo Real, Carlsbad, CA Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls…get ready for our Halloween event on Sunday from noon to 2 PM. The event will feature photo opportunities with Frankenstein, live DJ, giveaways, take-home kids craft, and more. The event will be held in the courtyard next to La Costa Roasting. Sugar Skull Make ‘n Take 12 PM Junktion 101, San Marcos, CA Channel your inner Frida and bring the whole family! Come paint with us at Junktion 101. For $15, you’ll be provided with an 8"x10" canvas with a skull already stenciled on it. You add the sugar, paint and decorations to personalize your art! All materials will be provided. You can even stroll through Junktion 101 while it dries! Urban Legends Haunt – Drive Thru Haunt 7 PM OC Fair, Costa Mesa, CA Devised from the whispered folklore that has tortured and terrorized countless generations, Urban Legends Haunt manifests a psychologically terrifying landscape mixed with live-action, story-driven immersive environments. This drive-thru terror experience will have guests scrambling to lock their car doors…until they realize they’re trapped inside! This live action, story-driven, terrifying experience is designed to be enjoyed from the terror of your own car. Get your tickets here: https://urbanlegendshaunt.com/ Sunday Funday Market Event 11 AM Vail Headquarters in Temecula, CA Join our Sunday Funday fun! FREE attendance for all of your friends and family members including the four-legged ones! Sunday Funday Activities include treats for those kiddos, costumes, balloons, story times, arts and crafts, train rides, picnics, games, and a virtual reality maze. Plus, enjoy some awesome food from local eateries, handcrafted vendors and live music. There’s something for everyone! Ready, Set, 5K! 4 PM UCSD Recreation, La Jolla Ready, Set, 5K is a free, six-week training program for those who have registered for this year's Virtual Triton 5K! Get ready to run with Rec in this comprehensive training program which also features video tips from trainers and their registered dietitian! Plus, the first 1000 participants and finishers will receiver medals! Make sure to register and get program information by clicking here: https://homecoming.ucsd.edu/s/1170/hc19/interior.aspx?sid=1170&gid=1&pgid=10311&cid=22805&ecid=22805&crid=0&calpgid=10256&calcid=22723 Drive-Thru Boo Halloween
4 to 6 PM Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA Parkway Plaza, in partnership with East County Young Life and North Island Credit Union, is hosting a drive-thru Boo Halloween event on Sunday, from 4pm to 6pm in the outer parking lot between Dick’s Sporting Goods and Wells Fargo. This is a no -contact, family-friendly event where guests are invited to bring their little ghosts and goblins to the mall parking lot for a spooktacularly sweet event! Families can enjoy a safe, contact-free spooky good time from the comfort of their own car. Vehicles will stop at a trick-or-treat station for socially distant, safe Halloween goodie bag and treats, while supplies last. Attendees will also be able to take a family photo with a giant pumpkin and an opportunity to participate in a contest to guess the exact weight of the pumpkin for a cash prize. For more information click here: https://bit.ly/2GLwHjO Oktoberfest 11:30 AM 7 Mile Kitchen, Carlsbad, CA Oktoberfest may have been cancelled, but that hasn’t stopped us from celebrating! Since it’s 2020 and most of us are missing the Oktoberfest festivities, 7 Mile restaurant has decided to partner up with local breweries to bring a little Oktoberfest fun to you. Through the month of October, they’ll be featuring a local craft beer each week. When you order the featured beer of the week, you’ll also receive a warm Bavarian Pretzel served up with our very own IPA Grain Mustard dip. Eins, Zwei, Drei…G’suffa! (1,2,3…Drink!) For as basic as the Pumpkin Spice Latte is, it’s pretty complex. You’ll want to set aside a Sunday morning for this treat. Our additional recommendations, put on a sweater, some fun fall music, and make sure there’s a nip in the air. During this process, we discovered the difference between a good and great Pumpkin Spice Latte: the pumpkin puree. This is also the difference between a 10 minute latte and hour and a half long latte. If you have the time, we recommend making your own pumpkin puree. We have included this in the recipe below. Ingredients 1 cup of milk (your choice of milk, but we recommend whole milk) 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree ½ to 2 tablespoons of sugar (2 if you’re feeling sweet) ½ tablespoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus some to sprinkle on top ¼ cup hot strong coffee or espresso Whipped cream Cinnamon stick Directions Place milk, pumpkin puree, and sugar into a saucepan over medium heat, until the mixture is hot (not boiling). Once hot, remove from heat and whisk in vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and hot coffee for about 30 seconds. Pour into your favorite coffee mug. Top it off with whipped cream, a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, and a cinnamon stick on the side. Pumpkin Puree Ingredients 1 small baking pumpkin Fine sea salt Directions Heat your oven to 400 degrees. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. Rinse and pat the pumpkin dry. Carefully cut the pumpkin in half (don’t try and cut the stem in half). Scoop out the seeds. Lightly sprinkle salt along the inside. Place the inside of each half down on the baking sheet. Bake until pumpkin can be easily stabbed throughout (between 45 and 60 minutes). Remove from the oven. Once cool enough to hold, remove skin and puree in the food processor (about 3-5 minutes). Take your time and enjoy making this yummy fall treat inspired by Inspired Taste. We sure had fun making our DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte! https://www.inspiredtaste.net/35527/easy-pumpkin-puree-recipe/ Author - Meet Jessie ParmenterJessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — and we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie. Do you ever feel like your living room is missing that extra oomph? We felt that way, too. So we decided to play around with some designs and here's what we came up with! We tested out a couple different styles that we’re dying to share. But, first, take a look at the blank-canvas-before picture. First, is our eclectic, traditional look. It’s welcoming to all, refreshing, and makes us want to sit down and read a good book. To begin, we chose the “centerpiece” on our mantel. From there, we added varying candlestick sizes that created balance through imbalance. We tied the wood and metal tones throughout the mantel, bookshelves, side table, and armchair. Overall, we blended colors and textures that are pleasing to the eye. This next look we went for a boho, farmhouse. It’s cozy, warm, and makes us want to get lost in conversation. We. Are. Obsessed. This time around, we built the mantel design around the plants; adding books, candles, and pots into the mix. The two chairs, with funky pillows created a conversational space. Then we thought, why not top off the bookcases with a cute hat? So we did. The best tip we have when decorating your mantel is to just try it. Place that candlestick next to that book or hang the picture next to the hat. If it doesn’t look right, try again (or give us a call). Now don’t forget to sit back and enjoy your hard work - sometimes some diet club soda in a champagne glass is the perfect way to celebrate. Cheers! AUTHOR - MEET JESSIE PARMENTER Jessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — and we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie. Hey friends! Here is your weekly list of spooky, fall-spectacular events! Who’s up for a Halloween outdoor market? You’ll have the chance to enjoy one this weekend while supporting local businesses. There will also be several pumpkin patches, tractor rides, and corn mazes happening this weekend — you’ll even have a late-night option! Not to mention, the San Diego Zoo is also getting their Halloween on at their HalGLOWeen event — you definitely don’t want to miss out! HALLOWEEN OUTDOOR MARKET Saturday, October 17th 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM 270 Vista Village Drive, Vista, CA 92083 Join us for an evening of fun. Come shop and support small businesses, eat some delicious food, and have a wonderful time. Some underground brands have come together to hold an outdoor open market free to the public. There will be tons of great food, a DJ, live music, LED robot, trick or treating Halloween photo booth, and a jumper for the kids! LATE NIGHT AT BATES NUT FARM Bates Nut Farm, located in Valley Center A great opportunity to avoid weekend crowds! Bring the kids after school to enjoy live music, great eats, and our fun Pumpkin Patch activities. You can grab dinner and dessert at the farm. Be sure to bring your camera and flashlight to play flashlight tag in the straw maze! Want to check out the farm during the day? Enjoy the picnic area, feed the animals, shop for a variety of nuts, candies, and gourmet treats, too! For more information on our events go to www.batesnutfarm.biz HalGLOWeen Friday, October 15th, 5 pM to 9 PM San Diego Zoo Join us for three weekends in October filled with glowing fun, giggles, and grins—October 9–11, 16–18, and 23–25. We've designed the entertainment to allow for social distancing, so you can have fun safely. Kids 11 and younger can come in costumes! Find a full list of activities here: https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/halgloween Buy tickets here: https://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/tickets PUMPKIN PATCH & TRACTOR RIDES Saturday, October 16th, 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM Mellano Farm Stand FREE ADMISSION! Visit the Mellano Farm Stand pumpkin patch filled that offers a wide variety of pumpkins and specialty pumpkins. Their farm stand is overflowing with farm-fresh flowers and produce, too! Food trucks will be on-site, so come hungry. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Take $1 off pumpkin purchase when you buy a ticket for a Tractor Ride. OKTOBERFEST 7 Mile Kitchen, Carlsbad All of October Oktoberfest may have been canceled, but that won’t stop us from celebrating! 7 Mile kitchen has partnered up with local breweries to bring a little Oktoberfest fun to you. Through the month of October, they’ll be featuring a local craft beer each week. When you order the featured beer of the week, you’ll also receive a warm Bavarian Pretzel served up with our very own IPA Grain Mustard dip. Eins, Zwei, Drei…G’suffa! HAUNTED CORN MAZE - FIELD OF SCREAMS October 2nd - October 31st | 7pm-10:30pm The Strawberry Fields, Carlsbad Every Friday and Saturday 1050 Cannon Rd, Carlsbad 92008 Looking for a spooky adventure this Halloween season? This haunted maze is just the place for you. It’s the perfect thrilling experience that you and your family will talk about for days. The haunted maze is perfect for teenagers and adults, guaranteed to get your heart thumping. Only open on Fridays and Saturdays, so make sure you plan accordingly to get your fix of a good Halloween scare! CIDER! BREAD! CHEESE! MORE! Saturday, October 17th, 3 PM to 9 pM Raging Cider & Mead Co. Yes! It's that time of the month again. Stop in Saturday, in our newly-expanded outdoor seating, for bread from Black Hat Breads plus tasty melty Raclette cheese, cider poached sausages, and other delicious treats curated by @whatsupwithjack. Of course, there will be cider.. and mead.. and perry.. and plum jerkum. FAMILY FUN HALLOWEEN - FREE North County Square, Oceanside Saturday, October 17th, 11 AM to 1 PM Trunk or treat! It’s a safe way to have Halloween fun this year! Come to the North County Square, near T-Mobile and Eyeglass World, for Halloween treat bags and candy for the kids in this special drive-thru event! FREE PUMPKINS!
225 S Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025-4216 Saturday, October 17th 10 AM to 12 PM The Alhiser-Comer Mortuary is giving away free pumpkins to the kiddos! They’ll have a drive-thru pickup so you and your family can stay safe. Plus, if you email a picture of your decorated pumpkin you will be entered for a chance to win free prizes Send pumpkin pictures here: [email protected] What’s one of my favorite things about fall? Soups and stews. Being in San Diego, soups and stews are one of the steps we can take towards fall that doesn’t involve pumpkin spice lattes (sorry, not sorry) and wearing sweaters in 75-degree weather. Also, there’s just something about sharing something homemade and tasty with your friends and family that helps you to embrace the season. Try my go-to Fall Squash Stew recipe and let me know what you think! FALL SQUASH SOUP
3 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 ½ tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1 ½ tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped 3 tablespoons flour 3 pounds stew beef, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 pound butternut squash, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 pound acorn squash, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 large sweet apple, Honey Crisps or Envy work great, chopped ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon All Spice or Five Spice 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 ½ cups Sherry wine 4 to 6 cups beef broth Optional: Pine nuts, parmesan, or chopped parsley for topping Instructions:
Note: wheat or gluten-free? Instead of using wheat flour, try your favorite GF flour. If you don’t mind a slightly runnier stew you can avoid flour altogether, too! Also, if you like your fall dishes a little bit sweeter, try adding in 2 tablespoons brown sugar to bring out the butternut squash taste. Did you just take a big leap? A leap into a new career, a new relationship, a new home. Whatever the case, congrats. The unknown can be an unsettling place. But you took that risk. That’s often the most challenging part. If this is you, just know you’re not alone. I’m personally in the in-between right now. I recently started my new job as a Home Stager with Creating Home San Diego, while maintaining my previous role. I’m in that awkward transitional phase. I’ve taken the leap, but I’m stuck in the air. I can see where I want to land, but I haven’t reached the ground just yet. I’ve learned to embrace this fleeting time. Before I know it, my feet are going to land exactly where I want them to. I’m striving to trust the hard work, the long nights, and the bumps in the road. I’m learning more about myself in the process. I’m inspired to reach my goals. Sometimes I wonder how I keep a level head… most of the time. I have community, faith, and balance. Relationships keep me rooted in who I am. Faith pulls me back in. Balance is found by allowing time for self-care; journaling, surfing, watching a movie. I’ve taken the leap, but I’m stuck in the air. I can see where I want to land, but I haven’t reached the ground just yet. When I trust in the process, I find contentment. I know that I’m putting in the work and it will pay off. Take moments to pause throughout the day and acknowledge how far you’ve come. Keep your eyes on your landing site, while enjoying the weightlessness of the air. Brace yourself for the landing. Something amazing is about to happen! The in-between can seem too long and tiring — but take heart. The long and tiring moments are the ones where you can remind yourself where you are going and why you want to land there. Make sure to make the most of your time, too, by writing down how your life will be better when you finally land at your destination. Author: MEET JESSIE PARMENTERJessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — and we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie. |
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