Wanted to share a few photos from an event I organized last night. Despite yesterday’s ice storm, several Philly bloggers braved the roads and we met up at a local Boston Market for a social media event.
I have to admit, I hadn’t been to Boston Market in awhile. Hubby and I used to go there regularly when we were dating but we got out of the habit of going. They’ve updated their menu quite a bit in the last few years and have some additional sides that are really delicious (Can we say, Loaded Mashed Potatoes? Yum!)
This image above was the best thing about our experience though. One of the employees, Tristan, was there to clean up our plates and check in on us to make sure everything was good! And it wasn’t just because we’re bloggers – Boston Market is all about the hospitality now. I watched as he checked in on other guests and took their trays to empty, carry their food to the table and more. As a busy Mom who is always cleaning up and doing the dishes or some other bit of housework, this was the best part of the experience! Comfort food with the comfort of someone else cleaning up after you! What would be better.
You can check out BostonMarket.com for a list of all of their new sites, including information on nutritional value. You can also print out coupons for dining in-store. And next time you’re there, ask them what discounts you may be eligible for. Tristan was telling me that seniors get 20% off every meal when they sign up, military gets a discount as well as other government workers. Ask at your local store for details.
It’s a battle to get my kids to eat.. My 5 year old has been fighting me on foods since he was 2 and now my just turned 3 year old is starting to become very picky. So, when inspiration hits and they’ll eat it — I’m thrilled. 
My oldest son can be a stubborn kid. About a year ago, he decided he no longer needed to take a daily vitamin. I’m not sure what inspired it – since both of my boys turned two it’s been a part of our daily regime for them to have a Flintstones vitamin (hubby and me too!) But one day that was it – no more vitamin and his foot was down.
Tired of hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill? If you are planning on entertaining this summer, we’re got some different ideas and recipes for you! I recently attended 
Roasted Plum Tomatoes in a Fresh Basil Sauce – which was divine, recipe at the end of this post) and the super yummy Sorrento Velvety Smooth Ricotta Cheese Sorbet with Warm Local Strawberries in a Strawberry Syrup.
Getting my 4 1/2 year old son to eat is a major battle, so when I saw the super kid-friendly recipes in 
