THE TFC BLOG

Multiple versions of this 6-ingredient homemade marinara sauce are a staple in my house. The versatility is endless — add finely chopped up sautéed veggies for a more robust sauce or sprinkle in some chopped jalapeño for an extra kick of heat. Use the recipe below as your base. Explore your own variations of my […]

For the love of cans! I’ve been stocking my pantry for months in anticipation of the coronavirus headed our way. (Our Hong Kong life gave signals of what was to come, so I shopped early!) I shopped so well and loaded up on lots of cans. In quarantine with 4 never-full kids, I feel like […]

Did you hear the news about a Pennsylvania woman arrested for purposely coughing on $35K worth of groceries? The store’s owner calls the whole ordeal a “twisted” coronavirus prank. And while it’s true most people aren’t visiting grocery stores with this same motive, it does have a lot of people questioning: Can I get coronavirus […]

Yes, I know what you’re thinking: “Another kale Caesar salad?” But, no, this one’s special. It’s lightened up and dressed to perfection. The kale gets massaged with a killer anchovy mustard dressing — minus the mayo — and topped generously with Parmesan. YUMMM! This is the kind of food I wanna eat for the healthy […]

You asked and I listened! During this crazy time, where many businesses are closed and we’re forced to stay home, I know you’re looking for more simple yet effective home workouts. Here’s the great news: You don’t need fancy gym equipment or a lot of space to fire up your muscles and work up a […]

What’s in your pantry? If you come to my house and take a peek, you’ll always find stacks of canned tuna and salmon on the shelf. Yes, always! That’s because they’re cheap, make it easy to whip up something satisfying, and can be prepared in many different ways. So you don’t get tired of the […]

How are you and your family holding up during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic? For me, it’s been a rollercoaster of emotions. Here’s a little glimpse into my world (I’m sure you’re dealing with many of the same issues): I’m alone in my house with three children, as my husband and oldest son remain in quarantine […]

As a working woman, wife, and mom of four, I’m about to share my secret weapon for success (in everything I do). Are you ready for this? Drumroll, please … Organization! Yup, you read that right. I would be a frazzled mess without my laid out schedules, notes, and lists. When it comes to mealtime, for example, […]

Now that we’re a couple of weeks into quarantine from the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, here’s a question: Have you already blown through all of your snacks? Being at home with easy access to the kitchen 24/7 makes it tempting to constantly reach for and nibble on something tasty. But, with a bump in eating and […]