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Dozens of our favorite school lunch ideas that kids can make…even when school is at home

by Liz Gumbinner | Sep 9, 2020 | Back to School, Recipes, Tips + Tricks

Just because your kids aren’t in school in a traditional way doesn’t mean that parents aren’t thinking about school lunches. With so much on our plates these days (womp womp), it’s a good opportunity for us to teach our kids to be more reliant,...

What to make with the fresh veggies in your August CSA box

by Kate Etue | Aug 8, 2020 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

Many of us on the Cool Mom Eats team have made the leap to CSA memberships this year, since COVID-19 has limited our access to farmer’s markets in town. And sometimes we get some ingredients that we aren’t used to cooking with — which can be fun! But also, a little...

Does spicy food really cool you off? Here’s what the science says.

by Kate Etue | Aug 5, 2020 | Columns, Tips + Tricks

If you haven’t noticed, it’s summer. And it’s hot. Like, miserably hot. My family thought we’d enjoy a relaxing dinner al fresco on the back porch and, just…nope. But it got me thinking…is there anything to the saying that spicy...

Is it safe to eat in restaurants yet – especially with kids? Here’s what the experts say.

by Kate Etue | Jul 24, 2020 | Columns, Tips + Tricks

Although I’ve ordered plenty of takeout over the last few months (support your local restaurants, y’all!), I haven’t eaten in a restaurant since February. I know I’m not alone. But recently, there’s been a huge surge in interest about...

How to make simple syrup, and 9 ideas for how to use it. You will never be without it again!

by Liz Gumbinner | Jul 7, 2020 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

I have become the biggest fan of simple syrup, ever since I realized how easy it was to make simple syrup at home. For God’s. sake, do NOT every buy simple syrup! And I say this as someone who will buy nearly anything if it’s convenient. I got in the habit...

12 creative, unexpected ways to use extra mint from your garden this summer

by Kate Etue | Jun 25, 2020 | Tips + Tricks

If you’ve ever planted mint in a backyard garden, you know it can grow like crazy. Got a surplus of mint like me? Then you’re probably wondering what to do with it all. I mean, there’s only so many mint leaves you can add to a glass of iced tea,...