Wow Your Guests with These 7 Dishes

Planning a party? Whether you’re throwing a casual hangout or a more elegant gathering, the food you serve can really make an impression. Forget the usual chips and dip or pasta salads, and surprise your guests with these fun and flavorful dishes. 1. Burrata with Roasted Grapes and Honey Drizzle Why it wows: This dish is a delicious mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet. The soft burrata pairs perfectly with caramelized grapes, and the honey drizzle with a pinch of sea salt makes it irresistible. Serve it with crispy bread for a simple, yet impressive starter. 2. Korean BBQ...

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Fall Savory Picks From Trader Joe’s

Bella Breakdown It’s no secret that pumpkin spice is the dessert flavoring of choice this time of year. But what about all of us savory lovers? Where should we get our fall flavors in, and what exciting new products are out there for us? If you reach for pasta over pastries, keep reading, and get ready to visit your local Trader Joe’s. Never one to miss out on an opportunity for new products, Trader Joe’s has the perfect fall lineup, that includes both sweet and savory goodies. They won’t be around for too long though, so get them while...

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Autumn Casserole Recipes To Make Your Mouth Water

Bella Breakdown Summer is over and that only means one thing: sweatpants and comfort food! No more grilling or fresh salads; fall and winter are all about the comfort food that warms your body and fills your heart. And this casserole recipe should put you and everyone else into the fall mood. Fall is a wonderful time of year. The air is getting colder, pumpkin spice flavor is hitting all of your favorite foods, and it’s a good excuse to eat hearty comfort foods on the regular. Casseroles come to mind as fall foods and for a good reason....

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A Week’s Worth Of Groceries From Trader Joe’s, Under $50

Bella Breakdown If you’re like me, Trader Joe’s is your go-to store for healthy, cheap groceries. It’s amazing how everything at Trader Joe’s is top quality, but with a much lower price tag than other brand names. Trader Joe’s carries only (or almost only) their own products, making it much cheaper for them to produce and stock their items. If you need some shopping inspiration, here is a grocery and meal list that will get you through the week for under $50! Grocery List Organic spinach, 1 bag — $1.99 Onion, 1 — $0.69 Avocado — $1.99 Sweet Potatoes,...

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Meals For One

Bella Breakdown First of all, stop thinking that meals for one is sad. It is not! We, at some point in our lives, have all been single people, living on our own, having to fend for ourselves! It is important that we know how to make meals for ourselves as well in the most efficient, cost-effective way possible. You can’t order off of the dollar menu you’re entire life, and we all know eating out gets expensive. So here are a few ways to make the most out of meals for one: 1. Plan Your Meals Around Your Ingredients...

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