Chef Rita

Chocolate chip mug cake on rustic plate

Chocolate Chip Cake Mug: Moist, Fluffy, and Ready in Minutes

Chocolate chip cake mug is my weeknight guilty pleasure. I remember my first attempt dry edges, weird rubbery bite, chocolate half-melted in clumps. Total ...

Festive Cinco de Mayo mocktails platter with colorful glasses

Cinco de Mayo Mocktails: 15 Festive Recipes, Rules & Party Tips

Cinco de Mayo mocktails are my party secret weapon. Every May 5th, I end up hosting friends who want something fresh and fun without ...

Cinco de Mayo mocktail table with colorful drinks and fruit

17 Cinco de Mayo Drinks Non Alcoholic for a Refreshing Fiesta

Cinco de Mayo drinks non alcoholic have saved me more than once. A few years ago, I hosted a backyard taco night and realized ...

Easter charcuterie board with pastel sweets and cheeses

21 Easter Charcuterie Board Ideas for a Fresh and Festive Spread

Easter charcuterie board ideas are my favorite kind of last-minute magic. Every year, Easter brunch sneaks up on me. I’m usually juggling egg hunts, ...

Plated fish tacos with colorful side dishes

12 Irresistible Side Dishes for Fish Tacos That Complete the Meal

Sides dishes for fish tacos can make or break the whole meal. Taco night has always been a staple in our house, especially when ...

Baked sweet potato fries arranged on tray

How Many Calories Is Sweet Potato Fries? A Realistic Look at Portions and Diet

I’ll be honest I used to think sweet potato fries were a free pass. They felt healthier, right? I’d toss them in olive oil, ...