Meghan Y., Author at Cake 'n Knife

Shredded Pork Korean BBQ Wraps with Kimchi Slaw

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 25, 2017 // 5 Comments

Shredded Pork Korean BBQ Wraps with Kimchi Slaw are a delicious and flavorful way to make any lunch oh-so memorable. Tender, rich Korean BBQ pork is combined with tart and tangy kimchi slaw in a light, but hearty, wrapper that will have everyone’s jaws dropping.

This post is sponsored by Flatout Flatbread. As always, all opinions and recipe are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

I made you a pile of something extra delicious this week!

It’s all about savory, juicy Korean BBQ up in here today and, I have to say, I think this wrap is officially my new obsession from now until forever for a mid-day meal.

I don’t know about you, but one of my biggest struggles in life is LUNCH.

Trying to find the perfect balance of hearty and light, something that won’t weigh you down all day and something that will keep you full until dinner rolls around – well it’s a bit difficult to pull off isn’t it? [Read more…]

Dark Chocolate Dipped Mocha Popsicles

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 21, 2017 // 5 Comments

Dark Chocolate Dipped Mocha Popsicles are where the perfection of coffee and chocolate combine in utter bliss. This summer treat is ideal for a sweet (vegan!) pick-me-up in the middle of the week or to cool everyone off with at your next summer party! With a double dose of chocolate and the rich coffee flavor from pure coffee extract, how can you resist?

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Nielsen-Massey. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Coffee and chocolate are one of those flavor combinations that are a match made in heaven. Much like peanut butter and jelly.

Or cheese and wine.

Or tomato and basil.

Or tacos and margaritas.

Obviously I could play this game forever. [Read more…]

Sparkling Blueberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 20, 2017 // 1 Comment

When it’s sweltering outside, there’s only one drink to cool off with. A cold Sparkling Blueberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade has just the right amount of fruity tartness to go with a heaping helping of sparkling bubbles! The surprising addition of thyme brings a subtle herbaceous note that you won’t be able to get enough of. Be prepared to indulge in at least two!

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Let’s take a moment to bask in the glow of this purple color, shall we?

I LOVE brightly colored drinks during the summer. At the end of a longgggg day of cooking and writing, sitting back with something bright and cheerful can really turn those weekday frowns upside-down.

That’s why this cocktail has been on my mind every day since the first time I made it. [Read more…]

Raspberry Lemon White Chocolate Chip Loaf

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 18, 2017 // 2 Comments

A warm slice of fresh and fruity Raspberry Lemon White Chocolate Chip Loaf is just the thing to bring a burst of sunshine into your daily morning routine. Make it over the weekend to last you through the week or make it for a special breakfast treat for someone you love! When you spread a slice with butter and pair it up with a cup of coffee, you’ll never feel those morning blues again.

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Let’s put some sunshine back in our mornings!

I don’t know about you, but I have had the hardest time waking up the past week. It’s not like it is raining and dreary outside, so I’m not sure what is keeping me in bed.

Usually I can at least get myself out of bed by the second alarm that goes off, but this week it’s been the third… then fourth… then fifth…

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48 Hour Foodie Guide: Brussels

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 17, 2017 // 3 Comments

Love all things beer and chocolate? Pack your bags and head to Belgium! With my 48 Hour Foodie Guide: Brussels, you’ll find all the best places to sip, savor, and sightsee, even if you only have a couple of days in the city. From my favorite chocolate shops to my favorite beer bars, my top picks to spend your time at and where to stay in the city, this guide is a food and beer lover’s dream come true!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Hilton Brussels City. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Traveling to Belgium this year, simply put, was a dream come true. As a self-proclaimed chocoholic and newly converted beer snob, spending a handful of days in the country of chocolate and beer was pure heaven. Even though I only had a couple of days in Brussels, the Man and I sure made the most of it by packing in all the sights (not to mention all of the food and drink we could stuff our faces with!).

Below you’ll find all my top tips of where to eat, drink and be merry throughout the city, whether you only have a couple of days or a whole week! There’s just one big tip I have to share with you all before I dive in…

If I have to be honest – and you all know that I always am here, whether you like it or not – I would allocate the smaller portion of your time to Old Town.

I have cited my favorite spots in Old Town in the round up of food, drinks and sights below, but you could easily get away with dedicating a late afternoon/evening to the entire thing. It’s the rest of the city that truly deserves some additional exploring, especially in the Sablon neighborhood and the surrounding upper town areas. All the details are below, but just be sure to really experience the city and its culture. Get out of those over-crowded touristy areas!

Trust me on this. 😉

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Honeycomb Ice Cream

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 14, 2017 // 12 Comments

Honeycomb Ice Cream is the light and creamy double-scoop of honey heaven to make those long summer evenings even more special. The honeycomb gives the ice cream a clean, rich honey flavor that any honey lover will lose their minds over. Stack it up in a waffle cone or waffle bowl and enjoy National Ice Cream Day the RIGHT way.

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Have you ever had honeycomb before? I’m not talking about that weird candy that you mostly find in Europe (that I first tried in London when I was 16 and HATED).

I’m talking about the real deal.

Real honeycomb is one of those guilty pleasures I love to indulge in. It’s got this waxy delightful texture (which I know sounds weird, but trust me, it’s BOMB on a salad), but the flavor is the real star.

The depth of the honey flavor in honeycomb is off-the-charts incredible.

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Spicy Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Salsa

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 11, 2017 // Leave a Comment

Spicy Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Salsa are a juicy, flavorful grilled dish that you can eat so many different ways! Eat the thighs as is with the salsa, shred the meat and make tacos, or make crostini out of the meat with the salsa on top. It is grilled dishes like this that always give you an excuse to celebrate!

I just love recipes that I can use over and over again in new ways, don’t you? When you find a really solid, simple dish like that it makes figuring out weeknight dinners a whole lot easier to come up with.

This grilled chicken thighs recipe is a recipe that you can use over and over again without getting bored with it.

The grilled chicken thighs are flavorful and juicy, so you can be perfectly satisfied with just chowing down on those thighs and the salsa, with perhaps a side of rice and black beans, without wishing you had something more. [Read more…]

Carbonnades à la Flamande (Belgian Beer Beef Stew)

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 10, 2017 // 1 Comment

Carbonnades à la Flamande (aka Belgian Beer Beef Stew) is a savory way to bring a little comfort back into yo’ life. In honor of Bastille Day, this French stew is made with beer instead of traditional red wine, giving it a rich and slightly bitter flavor to tickle your taste buds with. Vive la France!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sprouts. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Ever since I took a jaunt across the Atlantic Ocean and hit up Belgium, I have a whole new love for all Belgian beer.

From deep Trappist beers to golden ales, they are always flavorful and well- balanced!

Honestly, I’ve been racking my brain, trying to think of the best way to use them in the kitchen ever since I got back from Europe.

When Bastille Day got closer and Sprouts asked me to make a meal to celebrate the occasion, it all clicked in my brain!

A French beef stew with Belgian beer was just the right thing to whip up from my arsenal of French recipes that my grandmother left for me. [Read more…]

Waffle Fry Spicy Pepper Bacon Poutine

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 7, 2017 // 1 Comment

Waffle Fry Spicy Pepper Bacon Poutine is a whole new take on poutine (and please, Canadians, take it easy on me for doing a riff on your classic dish, okay?). With waffle fries and bacon, this gravy-packed dish is topped with a spicy pepper goat cheese instead of classic cheese curds. This is where old flavors meet new ones, in a forkful of deliciousness.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Cypress Grove! While I was compensated and given product in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

I am back at the poutine game, my friends.

It’s been YEARS since I made that first classic poutine for the blog (and had my mind blown by the goodness) and about a year since I made my most recent poutine (Black Porter Chili Poutine… SO bomb diggity).

All I have been thinking since is “how can I take poutine up another level?” [Read more…]

Whiskey Apple Ginger Fizz

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 6, 2017 // 2 Comments

Craving a cocktail with a little extra depth this week? A Whiskey Apple Ginger Fizz always does the trick! The smooth and tart combination of whiskey, apple juice and ginger beer will tickle your taste buds, but it’s the surprise ingredient of dill that will have your neurons firing like crazy. Fresh herb simple syrup + whiskey = a killer summer happy hour sipper.

Can we talk about how off my game I feel after having a random day off in the middle of the week?

My body is all confused, the dogs are wondering what the heck is going on, and I am finding myself highly unmotivated to delve into the grind when there’s only a couple days left before the weekend.

Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through one of these links, I will receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting Cake ‘n Knife! [Read more…]

Bourbon Habanero Honey Chicken Wings

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON July 3, 2017 // 6 Comments

Bourbon Habanero Honey Chicken Wings are a sweet, spicy and boozy combo that is finger-licking good, right to the bone. These easy-to-make wings make any celebration more festive! Whether you are celebrating a promotion, an engagement, a birthday or your team getting that big win, the killer flavors these wings bring to the table will have everyone grabbing for more. Just make sure you have the napkins ready!

I used to hate to get messy while eating. The idea of having food all over my face or clumsily spilling food on my clothes would send me into a bit of a panic.

I would avoid messy foods at all costs because I am a pretty uncoordinated eater. If you give me something messy to eat, I will make that mess.

As the years passed and I grew out of my awkward phase (well, kind of grew out of it), I started to realize one thing.

Messy food tends to be the best food. [Read more…]

Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Bratwurst with Homemade Pickled Red Onions

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 29, 2017 // 10 Comments

A Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Bratwurst with Homemade Pickled Red Onions is THE recipe of the summer – you heard it here first! Bratwurst gets an extra hit of pork goodness with crispy bacon, and that’s just the start. Pile it up with homemade quick pickled red onions, jalapeño lime aioli, crushed tortilla chips and more, and you’ve got a serious winner for dinner.

LOOK AT WHAT I MADE.

Just look at this gorgeous, colorful mess of pork and all those ridiculous toppings.

The moment I even look at the pictures, I honestly start drooling all over again.

You all know I love going over-the-top with most of my recipes, and with the Fourth of July coming up, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share one of those recipes with you all. [Read more…]

Tart Cherry Fizz

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 27, 2017 // 10 Comments

Take advantage of cherry season with a juicy Tart Cherry Fizz! The bubbly, tart and fruity cocktail makes for a great summer sipper, no matter what the occasion is. With only four ingredients, you can even scale this recipe up to make it a big batch cocktail for your next party!

I made you something ridiculously simple and tasty to kick off the week before the Fourth of July.

The fact that Fourth of July is on a Tuesday this year is both a blessing and a curse, depending on your work situation. [Read more…]

Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 23, 2017 // 3 Comments

A Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich is the elegant way to do a picnic lunch! The layers of chicken, cheddar cheese, red onion and spinach make a vibrant sandwich with a spicy bite from homemade Samurai sauce (read below to find out what that is, if ya don’t know already!). Time to up your sandwich game, my friends – the easy way.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Tony’s Market! While I was compensated and given product in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Picnics are something I always look forward to during the summer. It seems like everyone wants to be outside at all times during the Colorado summers and I have to say, I catch that bug too. Despite my aversion to actual bugs, I do relish the opportunity to sit down on a comfy picnic blanket with a basket full of goodies to enjoy the sunshine and each other’s company.

To me, picnics are an excuse to pack a basket of all those items you rarely ever treat yourself to. It’s a special occasion to plan a picnic, especially if you are planning a romantic picnic date, so I like to treat it like it’s a big event!

That’s why I turn to one place for all my picnic needs… Tony’s Market.

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Blueberry Pie Crumb Bars

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 22, 2017 // 5 Comments

Blueberry Pie Crumb Bars are all the blueberry pie flavor you love, but without all the hassle of making a homemade pie! These easy pie bars are flavorful and sweet, not to mention super portable so you can serve them up wherever you are headed this summer.

When I think Fourth of July desserts, I think PIE.

Cherry pie, apple pie, blueberry pie…. All the fruit pies are on my radar. [Read more…]

Patriotic Tom Collins Punch

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 21, 2017 // 15 Comments

Patriotic Tom Collins Punch is how I salute the good ol’ red, white and blue every Fourth of July! This punch is where big batch cocktails meet sangria, with just the right about of fruity sweetness to accompany the floral gin notes. You won’t find a better refreshment (or a more patriotic one ????) than this come Independence Day!

Where are all my gin-lovin’ peeps at??

A classic Tom Collins is probably a cocktail that you know well, and love to bust out at happy hour. It’s a simple enough cocktail to make, and it’s even easier to modify (like my Citrus Tom Collins from last year).

It’s also a suuuuuuper easy cocktail to make in a big batches.
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Grilled Peach Prosciutto Flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic Drizzle

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 16, 2017 // Leave a Comment

A Grilled Peach Prosciutto Flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic Drizzle is just what your summer party ordered. The fresh, fruity and savory combo of peaches, blackberries, prosciutto, arugula and burrata is oh-so addictive, you’ll be lucky if there’s a piece left once everyone starts digging in. Here’s the long summer nights spent by the grill!

This post is sponsored by Flatout Flatbread. As always, all opinions and recipe are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

Sometimes I feel like life swings way ahead of me and I get lost trying to catch up at every moment.

Example, went house-hunting the other week and actually found a place. On the third try. Literally the third house – that was the one.

I was prepared for searching for days and weeks on end, dealing with frustration just like I did the first time I bought a house.

But no, simple and breezy (well, at least so far *knocks on wood*). My brain is still trying to catch up with everything that is happening!

These are the moments that I delve into obsessive sweet savory cravings. [Read more…]

Summer Crostini 3 Ways

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 13, 2017 // 2 Comments

Having a party has never been easier! Summer Crostini 3 Ways is the ultimate appetizer to bring to the get together. From fruity to savory, you get all the summery flavors in every bite of these three different crostini.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by KitchenAid®. As always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

So I know I talked a LOT about how excited I am that summer is here but….. I am dying in my office. Being upstairs, in a home where apparently the A/C doesn’t actually circulate to the top level, it’s been a rough start to the summer. I love to sit out in the heat, soak up some sun (read: hide in the shade watching others tan on my behalf), but when I am trying to focus on work, being this hot is tough.

The only way I know how to cope with this kind of heat is to create all the summery snacks I can, without turning on the oven. [Read more…]

48 Hour Foodie Guide: Las Vegas Strip

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 9, 2017 // 1 Comment

My 48 Hour Foodie Guide: Las Vegas Strip is a roundup of my tried and trues favs. This is not just a round up of the most expensive restaurants and bars, my friends. These are my regular haunts, the ones I rely on and the ones that always go above and beyond. Ready to party rock?

Ahhhhh the Las Vegas Strip…

It’s hard not to get lost in the giant casinos and abundance of food and drink at every turn. Honestly, it took me a handful of times to figure out how avoid overpriced mediocre food and get the true deliciousness at restaurants/bars that I can keep going back to time and time again.

The Strip can be a little overwhelming, but with my 48 Hour Foodie Guide, you have a no-fail list to get you fed, liquored up and entertained between all the gambling, clubbing, and getting-into-trouble activities you have planned. Whether you play it tame or take a gamble on a weekend that absolutely has to “stay in Vegas”, you at least know where your next great bite can come from. [Read more…]

Melon Sangria

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 7, 2017 // 12 Comments

Melon Sangria is a unique white sangria that is nothing like any sangria you’ve ever tasted before. It’s fresh, it’s fruity and just the right amount of light ‘n boozy, making this the must-try pitcher drink of the summer! Seriously, you are going to have everyone begging for the recipe after the first sip.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sprouts. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

You know what I love and never drink enough of?

SANGRIA.

Sangria is my jammmmmm. I love all the different flavors you can have for different seasons, from Valentine’s Day to Christmas, Spring to Fall, and even ones with beer in them (yes, seriously).

I haven’t made a white and fruity sangria for a long time, so when I saw that melons hit the produce section at Sprouts, inspiration hit me like a ton of bricks! [Read more…]

Grilled Pulled Pork Tex Mex Stuffed Avocados

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 6, 2017 // 2 Comments

Grilled Pulled Pork Tex Mex Stuffed Avocados are a fun way to get your grill on without getting too unhealthy. With a kiss from the grill, the avocados get a little char before being stuffed with saucy pulled pork, peppers and an avocado crema.

I have the hardest time figure out good lunches these days.

I used to have a system, where I would eat basically the same thing for lunch (some sort of grilled cheese) every day with a varying side of fruit and vegetables. Of course, this routine got old really quick.

Then I devolved to simply devouring leftovers from all my cooking adventures and while this was delicious, it left me without dinner and a whole new dilemma of cooking for me (plus one). [Read more…]

No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON June 2, 2017 // 2 Comments

No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream is a creamy, tart frozen treat that will cool you off on any hot day. So much easier than making an entire pie and you won’t even need an ice cream maker! I dare you to resist indulging in a double scoop…

It’s time for allllllll the ice cream, people.

There’s something so satisfying about indulging in an ice cream cone. I was downtown with my mom last weekend for a belated Mother’s Day celebration and we both grabbed a double scoop of deliciousness from High Point Creamery (seriously my fav ice cream in Denver… ever).

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As we walked down the street, giggling like children and trying to catch the melting drips as they crept down the sides of our waffle cones, I felt one of those pure summer happiness moments. [Read more…]

Soy Marinated Flank Steak with Creamy Kale Peanut Noodles + a Le Creuset Giveaway!

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 31, 2017 // 50 Comments

Soy Marinated Flank Steak with Creamy Kale Peanut Noodles is the “date night in” meal your date will never forget. The creamy kale peanut noodles make the perfect base for the sliced umami-packed flank steak. It’s the one jaw-dropping meal that you can make without wanting to pull your hair out!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Le Creuset. While I was compensated, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

It’s crazy how busy life can get. Before you know it, seemingly in the blink of an eye, it’s Friday and you swear last night was just Monday.

I feel like I sometimes lose those days in between weekends (i.e. those days that you work work work work work, only to eat and collapse into bed in the final hour of the night). It’s hard to remember just how important it is to take time during the week to slow down and enjoy a good old-fashioned dinner date night in.

With all the cooking I do, you would think those date nights would be any ol’ night. [Read more…]

Garlic Hummus & Roasted Vegetable Grilled Flatbread

POSTED BY Meghan Y. ON May 29, 2017 // 5 Comments

Garlic Hummus & Roasted Vegetable Grilled Flatbread is an oh-so simple appetizer recipe that’s also vegetarian! The creamy and rich roasted garlic hummus perfectly compliment the charred naan and variety of roasted vegetables piled up on top. A dash of cheese, a sprinkle of herbs, a drizzle of olive oil and voila! A party appetizer that only took you moments to throw together.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Sabra! While I was compensated in exchange for this post, as always, all opinions and the recipe are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that support Cake ‘n Knife!

I have a philosophy about hosting parties. Keep it simple.

I love to create a ton of food for friends and family whenever they pass through my front door, but I gave up a long time ago on making everything perfect in that “Martha Stewart-y” way. I used to think if my cupcakes weren’t frosted perfectly or if my appetizers weren’t arranged all dainty-like, that everyone would hate the food and promptly snub me. [Read more…]

Shredded Pork Korean BBQ Wraps with Kimchi Slaw

Dark Chocolate Dipped Mocha Popsicles

Sparkling Blueberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade

Raspberry Lemon White Chocolate Chip Loaf

48 Hour Foodie Guide: Brussels

Honeycomb Ice Cream

Spicy Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs with Avocado Salsa

Carbonnades à la Flamande (Belgian Beer Beef Stew)

Waffle Fry Spicy Pepper Bacon Poutine

Whiskey Apple Ginger Fizz

Bourbon Habanero Honey Chicken Wings

Spicy Bacon-Wrapped Bratwurst with Homemade Pickled Red Onions

Tart Cherry Fizz

Spicy Rotisserie Chicken Pressed Sandwich

Blueberry Pie Crumb Bars

Patriotic Tom Collins Punch

Grilled Peach Prosciutto Flatbread with Blackberry Balsamic Drizzle

Summer Crostini 3 Ways

48 Hour Foodie Guide: Las Vegas Strip

Melon Sangria

Grilled Pulled Pork Tex Mex Stuffed Avocados

No Churn Key Lime Pie Ice Cream

Soy Marinated Flank Steak with Creamy Kale Peanut Noodles + a Le Creuset Giveaway!

Garlic Hummus & Roasted Vegetable Grilled Flatbread

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