About Heather Welcome to The Kitchen and Beyond, where life, food, and travel are real. I believe in every person there is a craving for more. To see more. To learn more. To taste more. But sometimes it gets shoved down with the practicalities of life. Sometimes learning new things feels daunting. Time consuming. Threatening…
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I’ve wanted to see a Cirque du Soleil show ever since the late 90s when I saw a clip of one of their Vegas shows. For one reason or another, I never made it to one. Enter 2022. Cirque du Soleil has been penciled into my calendar since autumn when I first heard Corteo announced…
Meal prepping parties are a great way to get together with friends when life is busy, especially now when many of us are craving time with friends more than ever. This is one of the most practical ways you can get together with friends – visit while you work together to make meal prep a…
Get the scoop with my Misfits Market review on what you need to know before you buy from someone who likes to pick their produce (and a discount code.)
Check out what we thought of Crater Lake National Park and if you should spend time here on family vacation with our Crater Lake travel guide.
We set out to find all the best donut shops in New Hampshire and we’re giving you the scoop. This handy guide will let you craft your own NH Donut Trail.
These free things to do in Rochester, NY are perfect for a wide variety of ages and make a great addition to your family travel itinerary.
You might be wondering what there could possibly be to do in Rochester. After all, it’s only known for…wait for it…that place on the weather forecast that gets a ton of snow, right? Wrong! Just wait until you see all the things to do in Rochester, NY with kids or without in every season. Thanks…
If you’re booking a trip to Union Gap, Washington or road tripping through the state we have some suggestions for where to eat. This post has been sponsored by Visit Union Gap. Some meals were covered by them while we paid for others. All opinions and experiences are my own. I have eaten at all…
Ever book a hotel and realize you booked all wrong once you arrive? Here are the questions to ask when booking so you know how to choose the right hotel for family vacation. There’s nothing worse than arriving at your hotel after a long day of travel with your family only to realize your hotel…
Is Philly on your travel bucket list? Or maybe it’s simply been too long since you’ve visited. Either way, it’s time to book your long weekend getaway or family summer vacation and I’ve gathered my favorite things to do in Philadelphia with kids (or without) to help you out. Visiting an old home town or…
Your DIY kitchen makeover doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are my tips for transforming the look and feel of your kitchen when you get tired of what you have (or it desperately needs an update). This post has been a long time coming, wouldn’t you say? Last year one of our big projects to…
2.5 hours southeast of Seattle there lies a city by the name of Union Gap, a nondescript looking city at first glance, perhaps, but filled with hidden treasures. This was our ultimate destination on this New England to Pacific North West road trip. Today I want to share about our stay at the Best Western…
Activate family road trip planning and plan your trip across the northern United States. We’re showing you how we logged 7,000 miles and 23 states in 21 days of summer vacation. Tips you Need for a Successful Family Road Trip Across the U.S.A. Comprehensive Camping Guide Every Mom Needs for Survival Ways to Save Money on…
Road trips can be a budget-friendly way to travel but families in many stages of life get overwhelmed with planning a family road trip. I’m here to relieve some of the stress with my series on tips for a family road trip budget, starting with lodging. With many years’ experience planning road trips, traveling, and…
I never enjoyed the taste (or lack thereof) of water but it’s important to stay hydrated so I found ways to make it happen. Today I want to show you how to make flavored water with several of my favorite flavor combinations and share how I keep on top of my water intake with Contigo…
This stuffed peppers recipe with ground beef and spinach is a well-rounded meal and easy to make ahead for the week or freeze for another day.
