Love Travel Eat, Stay & Play – Toronto, Lake Rosseau and Collingwood – Ontario, Canada! September 5, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment I just returned from a wonderful trip to Ontario Canada, which I haven’t seen in many years. We began our adventures in Toronto and started by checking into our hotel – Le Germain Toronto Mercer. The hotel was was located near the waterfront area, not far from the CN Tower. The rooms at Le Germain were […] Read more » Butter Tarts Canadian Tire Dining Toronto Eat Lake Rosseau & Collingwood Lake Rosseau Canada Ontario Canada! Stay & Play - Toronto Travel Collingwood Canada Travel Toronto 2016 Water Ski Lake Rosseau
Laugh Parties Labor Day Weekend Party – Recipes! September 2, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Labor Day is always the time of year that we begin our goodbyes to summer. The extra day off allows us to focus on family and friends and of course, party foods. This weekend whether you are grilling in the backyard, going to the park or beach for a picnic or bringing a dish to a […] Read more »
Live Smoothies Tropical Protein Smoothie – Recipe! August 30, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Summer is still quite warm and what better way to start the day than with a refreshing smoothie. I love the flavors of mango and coconut because it brings me back to my favorite vacation spot. The creamy smooth texture will delight your palate and the preparation is a snap. My Tropical Protein Smoothie will […] Read more » Best Smoothie Recipes cooking with Gena Bell Easy Smoothie Recipes How to Make a Smoothie Protein Smoothie Recipes Tropical Protein Smoothie - Recipe! Tropical Smoothies
Love Restaurants Little Dom’s, Los Feliz – Review! August 27, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment I have been wanting to dine at Little Dom’s for some time now, especially since I was such a fan of Dominick’s, which closed earlier this year. Little Dom’s is a Los Feliz neighborhood gem and reminiscent of a New York corner restaurant and bar. There is booth seating in the bar and tables in […] Read more » Dining before The Greek Theatre Little Dom's Los Angeles Little Dom's Los Feliz Littlle Dom's Los Feliz - Review! Los Feliz Dining Old School Dining Los Angeles Restaurant Reviews Gena Bell
Favorite Things Love Valrhona 100% Cocoa Powder – Favorite Things! August 25, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment I have used many cocoa powders in my years of baking and there are only a few that I think have the right balance of chocolaty flavor. Valrhona 100% Cocoa Powder is my favorite because I love the deep chocolate taste. You can find Valrhona 100% Cocoa Powder online at Amazon.com or other specialty food […] Read more » Amazon.com Baking with Gena Bell Best Cocoa Powder Best Cocoa Recipes Chocolaty Dessert Recipes Valrhona 100% Cocoa Powder
Food Salads Broccoli Salad with Tahini Yogurt Dressing – Recipe! August 24, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | 2 Comments on Broccoli Salad with Tahini Yogurt Dressing – Recipe! Broccoli salad has been a classic for years, with most recipes containing a heavy mayonnaise based dressing. I thought I would change it up using Greek yogurt and a hint of sesame from Tahini paste. Tahini paste is ground toasted sesame seeds, originating in the Middle East. The earthy flavor perks up any sauce or […] Read more » Best Broccoli Recipes Broccoli Salad Recipe! Broccoli Salad with Tahini Yogurt Dressing - Recipe! How to Make Broccoli Salad Tahini Recipes Vegetable Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Appetizers Food Gluten-Free Live Thai Shrimp Lettuce Cups – Recipe! August 22, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment After a week of dining out or just trying to kick off the week on a good note – let’s lighten up! However, just because the recipe is lighter is calories doesn’t mean it has to skimp on flavor. Lettuce cups are an easy veggie vehicle to eat healthier and add more produce to your […] Read more » cooking with Gena Bell Easy Recipes How to Make Lettuce Cups light recipes Shrimp Lettuce Cups Recipe Shrimp Recipes Thai Shrimp Lettuce Cups - Recipe!
Laugh Parties All American Barbecue Party – Recipes! August 21, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Let’s celebrate the end of the Summer Olympic Games 2016 with an American Barbecue Party! Here is some ideas on what to prepare and how to make your gathering extra special. I always like to start by serving a refreshing summer cocktail, followed by a simple appetizer and something easy to throw on the grill. […] Read more » All American Barbecue Party - Recipes! All American BBQ Recipes Best Barbecue Recipes cooking with Gena Bell Olympic Game Party Summer Olympic Games 2016 Recipes Summertime Barbecue Recipes
Family Style Gluten-Free Laugh Live Merguez Sausage, Sweet Corn & Green Bean Pasta – Recipe! August 19, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Merguez is a spicy North African sausage made of beef or lamb. The flavors of Merguez are earthy with a hint of heat, which allow it to hold up when combined with other ingredients. In this recipe for Merguez Sausage, Sweet Corn & Green Bean Pasta, I use Merguez lamb sausage, which I prefer, […] Read more » Best Family Style Recipes Best Pasta Recipes cooking with Gena Bell Merguez Sausage Merguez Sausage Recipes Summer Pasta Recipes Sweet Corn & Green Bean Pasta - Recipe! Sweet Corn Pasta Recipes
Breakfast Food Live Whole Grains Double Chocolate Zucchini Loaves – Recipe! August 18, 2016 / November 23, 2025 by Gena Bell | Leave a Comment Zucchini bread is always a favorite and many of us have our own special recipe. I created this chocolate version for all the chocolate lovers out there, that can’t imagine eating anything sweet, without a bit of chocolate. The amazing chocolate flavors in these loaves enhance the quick bread, while the zucchini adds an extra moist […] Read more » Baking with Gena Bell Best Zucchini Bread Recipe Chocolate Quick Bread Recipe Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe Double Chocolate Zucchini Loaves - Recipe! How to Bake Chocolate Zucchini Bread Zucchini Recipes
