Book Review

Shadow and Bone Book and Film Review ~ Sunlight in the Dark

Shadow and Bone has had quite the resurgence with the release of the Netflix series. I love the whole aesthetic and hope you do too. Share on facebook Share on…

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April 29, 2021

Beverage, Breakfast, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Healthy, No Refined Sugar, Recipe, Vegetarian

Strawberry Beet Smoothie

I detest beets. I have tried- roasted beets, shaved beets and goat cheese, borscht. The strawberries make this one palatable, even to me! Share on facebook Share on twitter Share…

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August 30, 2021

Book Review, Recipe

The Monsters We Make Book Review

by Kali White VanBaale narrated by Mia Barron set in Des Moines, Iowa, 1984 Book Review Des Moines, Iowa, 1984; the center of the Midwest, where “kids were taught God and…

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August 21, 2020

Novel Cocktails

Bridgerton Theme Party

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I’m Jenni, The Nerdy Gourmet. I love to read almost anything and I love to create food (+ cocktails) inspired by the books I read. This site is where I share all of my reviews and recipes.

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August 30, 2021

I detest beets. I have tried- roasted beets, shaved beets and goat...

Strawberry Beet Smoothie

August 30, 2021

Kale and smoothie?? I promise, this one is tasty. With all of...

Ginger Apple Kale Smoothie

August 30, 2021

Need ideas for quick on the go mornings? Or have picky eaters?...

Blueberry Almond Smoothie

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Why Detective Harry Bosch is the Batman of LA ~ Everybody Counts or Nobody Counts

She was hungry after her swim- famished actually- and although it was...

Eatin’ Nasty Hamburger Helper

In his voice she hears mad jubilant relief, as if he has...

Pound Cake with Blood Bool Raspberry Glaze

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