Hi Reader! Mother’s Day is coming up, and while there’s no shortage of ways to show your love and appreciation for the special lady in your life, a homemade brunch or dessert is something Ben and the kids treat me to each year that I love and look forward to. Flowers are always nice — but sizzling bacon, gluten free cinnamon rolls, and homemade cookies really do it for this gal! Whether you’re celebrating Mom or a mother figure in your life, or are the one looking forward to being celebrated,...

Hi Reader! Happy May! This year is humming right along, isn’t it?! We had a fun yet busy month with my boys starting baseball and finally being able to spend more time outdoors. My youngest and I recently added some flowers to our landscaping and I can’t wait to see them bloom. As they say — April showers (which we had plenty of, my goodness!) brings May flowers! 💐 The new month also brings a review of the Top 10 most favorited recipes and searches on Iowa Girl Eats in April. You can save...

Hi Reader! May brings a flurry of activities including graduation parties, wedding showers, Mother's Day, and the first BBQs and cookouts of the season. One of the best dishes to serve at any / all these occasions? Fruit Salad for a Crowd! This vibrant fruit salad full of tropical fruits, sweet berries, and tart pomegranate seeds is the perfect addition to any gathering's food spread — it's fresh, healthy, and feeds a crowd. (Psst! Have you ever wondered how to de-seed a pomegranate? I've...