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Hello friends! Are you ready for a little summer weekending? I’m just getting back from a few days in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco and I’ve settled on this very important fact – the hotter the weather the better the margarita tastes. With that in mind, in these very dog days of summer, I bring you the Cucumber Margarita.  I like my margaritas so bright and sour they just about make my whole face pucker.  Lots of lime with just a sweetness. Continue reading Cucumber Cilantro Margarita at Joy the Baker.

The best way to drink white port? Try the White Port and Tonic, aka Porto Tonico! It’s a refreshing Portuguese spin on the gin and tonic. Here’s a drink we have on repeat over here that we think should start trending: the White Port and Tonic ! Otherwise known as the Porto Tónico , this Portuguese spin on the classic G&T might be even better than the original. White port is a style of fortified wine made in Portugal, sweet and light with notes of vanilla, caramel, honey, and orange peel. Add to that bubbly tonic water and it’s intensely refreshing, with aromas that linger after each sip. This one’s so impressive, we’re vying for it to catch on in the States…stat. Help us do it: make one at home and tag us on Instagram ! Ingredients in a White Port and Tonic (Porto Tónico) The White Port and Tonic is a popular drink in Portugal, a spin on the classic Gin and Tonic using white port wine. The Portuguese cocktail is an aperitif , or drink for before a meal. White port is a uniq

Here’s the trick to a fast and easy way to make avocado corn salad! It’s perfect for parties and full of zingy flavor. Some salads sound simple, but then you find yourself standing at the cutting board for ages. (Wait, where did the last 30 minutes go?) Here’s a salad that won’t take you half an afternoon to prep: this fast and easy Avocado Corn Salad ! This one uses our favorite quick trick to a killer salad we use in our black bean and corn salad . It’s got a quick way to shortcut a bunch of chopping and the flavor? Incredible . Another great option? Try our Avocado Tomato Salad with lemon vinaigrette! Ingredients in avocado corn salad This avocado corn salad can be quick and simple, or you can make it a little fancier using cooked corn on the cob. It’s the perfect summer salad for a barbecue or cookout, but it works for any season. Here are the essentials you’ll need for this recipe: Avocados Canned corn or cooked corn on the cob (see below) Fresh pico de gallo , aka f

These plant based street tacos are fast and easy, full of bold flavor! Everyone will love this vegan dinner idea. This post was created in partnership with OZO Plant-Based Protein . All opinions are our own. Here’s a deliciously fresh plant based meal idea…that also takes no time to put together. (Sounds impossible, right?) Try these Plant Based Street Tacos ! This vegan taco topping is our new go-to because it’s so easy and delicious, and everyone in our family loves it. The secret? Well, it’s powered by a plant-based protein that blew us away with the flavor and protein level, made by OZO Plant-Based Protein. It’s also a seriously fast dinner you can make in a flash. Ready to get started? Ingredients in these plant based street tacos What’s a street taco vs a standard taco? It’s all in the size . A street taco is made to hold in your hand and eat on the go, so it’s smaller than a regular taco. Street tacos are typically made with corn tortillas that are no larger than 5-inches