Every year when the holiday season rolls around, I want to make sure we’re making lasting memories for our kiddos. Yes, we have our traditions and usually a few out of town guests visiting, but what I really yearn for is quality family time. Sometimes in our own homes we get lost in the chores and the busyness of tasks, it's nice to step away from all the distractions. And let me be perfectly honest because I am a mom and also a human being...convenience is the ultimate luxur

Ingredients: ½ medium red onion (coarsely chopped) 3 cloves garlic (coarsely chopped) 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from a small can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper Water 3 to 4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Directions: 1. Make the Marinade: Place the onion, garlic, adobo sauce, olive oil, chile powder, cumin, oregano,

We visited ATX Cocina (110 San Antonio Street Austin, TX) on an early Sunday evening and sat in their cozy bar area. My husband and I absolutely adore sitting next to one another while we dine versus the typical stiff arm's length across from one another. Since, we dined early bird style (or parents that have found free childcare style) we were able to take advantage of happy hour deals in addition to the full restaurant menu. My husband started with a funky mexcal cocktail c