Rocky Mountain High

Looking to hit the slopes for spring break? Fresh powder and sunshine are in the forecast, according to the Colorado transplant, who’s sharing his tips for your mountain getaway. Find everything from rental deals, to budget friendly lodging to plan your ski trip.

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A Zabelicious Tour of Italy

We are kicking off our Zabelicious Tour of Italy with “A Roman Holiday at Home.” First, step back in time and grab your Vespa to motor through Italy with a princess on the run from her royal duties. Then, join us as we follow Stanley Tucci as he goes Searching for Italy. We loosely follow his itinerary with our own travel stories and recipes you won’t want to miss.

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Spaghetti al Pomodoro

What better way to start your Roman holiday at home than with a plate of pasta and a glass of vino? I’ll share my Zabelicious twist on Audrey Hepburn’s classic Spaghetti al Pomodoro, along with my recommendation for a wine pairing from Northern Italy. Bring your appetite for our Zabelicious Tour of Italy!

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U-Hauls Never Follow a Hearse

“You never see a U-Haul behind a hearse, so you might as well spend what you have and enjoy it!” Wise words to live by from my Grandpa George, whose generous spirit touched the lives of many on earth. Today, would have been his 107th birthday, and although he’s been gone over sixteen years, he’s never far from my mind. Sharing stories of his random acts of kindness to strangers are the perfect way to celebrate his life.

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Grandpa's Holubki (Cabbage Rolls)

Stuffed cabbage rolls are found in almost every cuisine and go by numerous names. I only know of it as Holubki, a recipe passed down to me from my grandfather. His mother brought it over from Eastern Europe when she came to America as a young bride. I’ll share the family recipe Grandpa gave me when I got married. I hope you’re hungry!

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The Making of Zabelicious Life

We did it! Zabelicious Life didn’t happen over-night and I didn’t do it alone. Zabelicious has been a dream of mine for some time. My first journal entry about this wild idea goes back to 2015. Stories from my personal and travel diaries go back even further. I wanted to publish them. I wasn’t sure how it was even possible. Or, if anyone would even care to read them.

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Good Things Come in Threes

Cookies that taste homemade, but won’t require any mixing or mess up your kitchen. A simple cardboard box transformed into a treasure chest of bath bombs that’s sure to transport you far far away…. and personalized artwork that makes a perfect gift for that special someone. Perhaps your secret valentine?


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