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Kell-
Chief Mermaid & Mojito Maker
This is me hangin’ out on the boat – it’s an absolutely gorgeous day in the Florida Keys – doing what wannabe mermaids do best…splashing in the waves + soaking up the sun. Life’s amazing. Want to learn more?
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Burgers and Brews | Memorial Day Cookout
"Burgers and Brews" Memorial Day Cookout Throw a backyard cookout to celebrate Memorial Day and National Hamburger Day. Plan a Burgers and Brews Memorial Day Cookout. What's more American than a burger cooked on the grilled enjoyed with an ice cold beer? Happy...
Celebrate Mom with an Easy Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Mom! Easy Mother's Day Brunch Party Plan What every Mom really wants on Mother's Day is to just spend time with her children. With this easy Mother's Day brunch party plan, you can spend time together and eat a delicious and beautiful meal right at home....
Throw a Backyard Make Your Own Pizza Party
Easy Backyard Make Your Own Pizza Party Looking for something different for a graduation party or other backyard get together? Anyone can throw some hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill and have a great party, but if you want to do something a little different try a...
Viva Mexico – Throw an Awesome Cinco de Mayo Party
Viva Mexico – Throw an Awesome Cinco de Mayo Party. Get the complete party plan and recipes to throw the best ever Cinode Mayo Party.
Throw a Kentucky Derby Party
Looking for a fun and different party idea for spring? Throw a Kentucky Derby Party! The race is always the first Saturday in May and is a super fun themed party complete with betting games, Derby food, and the signature cocktail a Mint Julep. Start planning now!
Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa
Time to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Grab a margarita or a Mexican beer and make these coastal-inspired fish tacos. When I lived in California there were so many awesome places to get fresh fish tacos right off the beaches. Nothing better…
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Chicken & Okra Creole Recipe
Chicken & Okra Creole Recipe is a delicious New Orleans classic and a change of pace from the traditional Gumbo.
Authentic Creole Shrimp Étouffée Recipe
Authentic Creole Shrimp Étouffée Recipe | Shrimp Étouffée is classic Louisiana spicy stew of shrimp or crawfish served over rice.
Easy Recipes For Mardi Gras Party
Easy Recipes for Mardi Gras PartyThrow a fun and festive Mardi Gras party with these easy recipes. Throw a Mardi Gras Party Laissez le Bon Temps Rouler – Let the Good Times Roll! With These Easy Mardi Gras RecipesAs we say in New Orleans, Laissez le bon...
How to Make a King Cake | Mardi Gras Recipe
Learn how to make a King Cake, a traditional Mardi Gras recipe. No Mardi Gras celebration is complete without the iconic King Cake.
New Orleans Red Beans and Rice with Tasso
New Orleans Red Beans and Rice is a Creole dish traditionally made on Mondays with beans, veggies left over from Sunday supper and served with rice.
Quick and Easy Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya
This Quick and Easy Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya recipe is ready in 45 minutes. This iconic New Orleans favorite is easy enough for weeknight dinner.
New Orleans Cajun Seafood Gumbo
New Orleans Seafood Gumbo is filled with an assortment of seafood with fish, shrimp, crab, and oysters. The best spicy seafood gumbo – ever.
Easy Crawfish Boil to Feed a Crowd
Super Easy Crawfish Boil Recipe Try this Super Easy Crawfish Boil recipe for your Mardi Gras party or for a fun backyard get together. Easy Crawfish Boil Mardi Gras Party Crawfish boils are a part of Louisiana life, friends and neighbors get together to gorge...
Easy Homemade Chocolate Truffles
Easy Homemade Chocolate Truffles are so easy and so good. You’ll never buy boxed truffles again. Top truffles with your favorite toppings.
Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Easy Chocolate Covered Strawberries, add a romantic touch to any Valentine’s meal, anniversary or birthday meal.
Low Calorie Silver Palate Chicken Marbella
Low-Calorie Silver Palate Chicken Marbella. Delicious, low-calorie braised chicken with white wine, olives, dried fruit, and capers. The updated healthier version reduces calories without sacrificing taste and adds a nice bit of citrus by using preserved lemons.
21 Recipes for the Perfect Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner
21 Recipes for the Perfect Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner. Forget the packed restaurants – over-priced, uninspired and underwhelming menus. For true romance, this Valentine’s Day, create a Frank Sinatra channel on Pandora or Spotify and cook your own Valentine’s Day meal. Create your own menu with the mix and match romantic recipes.
Party Philosophy
Who doesn’t love a good party? We love to entertain. Any excuse to get the gang together is a great reason for a party. We do lots of easy poolside BBQs + lunches, snack, and cocktails on the boat. I spent years throwing parties that we great for guests but I never left the kitchen. Now I’ve learned to make entertaining stress-free and fun for me and my guests. I’ll share what I’ve learned and hope that it will make it easier for you to have awesome parties that get you out of the kitchen and into the party mix.
Let’s get the party started!
Kelly
Kell-
Chief Mermaid & Mojito Maker
This is me hangin’ out on the boat – it’s an absolutely gorgeous day in the Florida Keys – doing what wannabe mermaids do best…splashing in the waves + soaking up the sun. Life’s amazing. Want to learn more?