Photos: Amaris Pollock

Philadelphia, PA - Summertime usually means having less time to make a nice sit-down meal for the whole family as you face more activities outdoors.  Although I do not have a whole family to feed, I certainly find myself having less time to make meals. As such, I turned to two companies that are trying to make life easier for people who want a delicious home-cooked meal that brings everyone’s busy lives together.

Bottled Thyme Flavorful Finishing Sauces

Malvern PA,-  Bottled Thyme knows that  people have hectic lifestyles, but can still take pleasure in delicious healthy eating and that anyone has the potential to produce  high quality meals in the convenience of their own home. Bottled Thyme offers flavorful finishing sauces along with healthy recipes with step by step directions on how to prepare your next meal.

Applegate Los Angeles Dog (Photo: Applegate)

Philadelphia, PA - Based on the now-famous Kogi Dog from the original Kogi food truck in L.A., this hot dog positively explodes with flavors and textures—fiery, tangy, creamy, crisp, nutty. A squirt of Sriracha sauce makes a nice addition. Makes 8 | Total Time: Less Than 30 Mins

SteampunkyElf Recipe Corner

I'm self-taught and I adore creating new recipes or taking an old favorite and adding a new twist. Also, I frequently utilize alcohol because it brings a more robust flavor to whatever meal or baked goods I create. I hope that you enjoy my recipes, and feel free to ask a question or comment below!

Applegate's Philly Hot Dog (Photo: Applegates)

Philadelphia, PA - This summer, Applegate, the nation’s leading natural and organic meat brand, is taking back grilling season with the Cleaner Wiener. These great tasting hot dogs are made with 4 simple ingredients - beef, water, salt & spices- that don’t take a food science degree to recognize or pronounce.

Five Tips to Organize Your Spice Rack (Photo: McCormick)

Philadelphia, PA - One area of the kitchen that is often overlooked when it comes to spring cleaning is the area home chefs keep their spices, whether it's a cabinet, rack or drawer. Keeping your spices fresh and organized is a smart way to create faster, more flavorful meals.

BBQ 101: Thyme To Grill

Philadelphia, PA - Days spent covered in sunblock on the beach, grilling up some burgers and dogs over the open flame on the grill, before stargazing around a bonfire; that’s what summer is all about.

Photos: Amaris Pollock

Recipies 101 - Spring is just around the corner, and soon we will be shedding layers off, and revealing more skin. And what went on while hibernating in the winter, will be a little more visible in the warmer weather. To help you get back into more skin-revealing shape, I've created a healthier meal. Before you think, oh no...healthy equates to not that tasty, I've loaded it with flavor that will make your mouth happy.

Photo by Drew Farwell

Philadelphia, PA - This is one of the best backyard BBQ suggestions, whether or not you're hosting a party, or perhaps just simply you and your companion. Begin by acquiring your ingredients early in the day.

Photos: Amaris Pollock

Recipie 101 - I like to be inventive with my recipes, and because I am self-taught I find it more challenging to create dishes that someone else might think, “I would never put those ingredients together in a meal.” And with that, I hope when you bite into this piquant dish you will wonder where it has been your whole life.