A couple of years ago, I shared a blog post titled the best thing I ever made and you guys… I did it again! 😉 A little over a month ago, I gave birth to my son, Ace Thomas! Big brother Tony is so smitten! I was worried about how my toddler would react to… Read More

This year seems to have flown by faster than the others. I think it’s because I now have a toddler in the house (read: Tony is One!)! Last year around this time, Tony was only 3-months-old and we went to Miami with our friends to celebrate the new year. We stayed up until well past… Read More

Before I get to my 2017 Gift Guide for Toddlers, I feel compelled to say that toddlers don’t need a lot of toys, they just need attention and that is truly the best gift that you can give them. If buying toys isn’t within your budget this year, then trust me, your toddler isn’t going… Read More

If you cook Indian food often, then chances are you’re already familiar with using a pressure cooker. If you haven’t switched from a stovetop pressure cooker to an electric pressure cooker like an Instant Pot yet, then you are missing out – big time. The electric pressure cooker is a godsend, especially when it comes to Indian cooking.… Read More

It’s time for a “blog anniversary” post! This year’s topic: how to take maternity leave when you’re a full-time blogger. It has been FOUR years since I started My Heart Beets! My Heart Beets is 4 years old! Technically, my blog anniversary was 2 months ago but I’ve been busy with my cookbook launch and… Read More

If you love apple season, then today’s blog post is absolutely for you! Apple season is my favorite season! I consider apples a transition fruit, a gentle reminder that summer is coming to an end and that it’s time to ease into fall. I love seeing apples of all colors pop up at local markets… Read More

It’s time for another meal plan! If you’ve been following along on the blog and on social media, then you know I’ve teamed up with ALDI to create some easy and flavorful meal plans for you over on the ALDI blog, Hello, Healthy. You can visit the website, print out a shopping list for the week and… Read More

I’ve put together another meal plan for you! Some of the recipes in this week’s meal plan will leave you with leftovers, which are great for those with busy schedules. You can read about four of the recipes featured in this week’s meal plan below and you can check out the rest of the recipes by visiting ALDI’s… Read More

I’ve put together a meal plan with surprisingly flavorful winter meals for you! You can find all of the recipes from this meal plan + many more on ALDI’s blog, Hello, Healthy. You can also find the majority of the ingredients used in this meal plan at your local ALDI. Beef and Prune Stew: I bet you’ve never tried this… Read More