https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/recent-posts daily 0.75 2019-11-16 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/recent-posts/category/fashion monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast daily 0.75 2020-06-04 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/german-pancake monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591298217652-9AW9QG3CQP1RQTFG7M20/IMG_3459.jpg Breakfast - German Pancake in a Skillet - German Pancake in a Skillet Ingredients: 1 Cup All Purpose Flour 4 Eggs 4 Tablespoons Butter (Melted) 2 Tablespoons Butter (Non Melted) 1 Cup Whole or Skim Milk 1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt Powder Sugar (For Topping) 1/2 Lemon (Cut into Wedges) Fruit or Syrup to compliment the dish https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/lox-and-bagels monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590097902701-SXA9GSJ00U71M0LMPJ98/IMG_2878.jpg Breakfast - Lox & Bagels - Lox & Bagels Ingredients: Bagel (Toasted or Fresh) Cream Cheese or Chive Cream Cheese 2-3 Pieces of Lox 1-2 Slices of Tomato Optional Add In’s: 1 Slice Red Onion 3 Slices of Cucumber Handful of Capers https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/avocado-toast monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590095296939-ZE1X7QZ04BLIRF0GIXRJ/IMG_1631.jpg Breakfast - Avocado Toast - avocado toast Ingredients: 2 Slices of Bread (Can be Wheat, Sourdough, Italian Pane, White) 1 Avocado Salt Pepper Paprika The juice of 1/2 of a lemon 2 oz Goat or Feta Cheese 2 Eggs (Optional) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/grandma-anns-blintze-souffle monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590766589152-RG820TAWH07PSX5XYKON/IMG_3247.jpg Breakfast - Grandma Ann's Blintze Souffle - Grandma Ann’s Blintze Souffle Ingredients: 2 Packages of Frozen Cheese Blintze (Defrosted) 1 & 1/2 Cups of Sour Cream 6 Egg’s (Beaten) 3 Tablespoons Sugar 1 Teaspoon Vanilla 1 Tablespoon Orange Juice 1/2 Stick of Butter https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/shakshuka-bowl monthly 0.5 2020-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590098142176-V42UR3V9V95Q5L3MP1UW/IMG_2022.jpg Breakfast - Shakshuka Bowl - Shakshuka bowl Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil 1 Green Pepper (Seeded & Chopped) 1 Onion (Chopped) 3 Garlic Cloves (Minced) 1 28 oz Can of Whole Plum Tomatoes or Crushed Tomatoes 1 tablespoon of Tomato Paste 1 Can of Garbanzo Beans/Chick Peas (Drained) 3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt 1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper 1 teaspoon of Cumin 1 teaspoon of Paprika 1/4 teaspoon Chili Pepper (optional) 6-8 Large Egg’s 4 oz Hummus Handful of Feta Cheese 1-2 Green Onions 3-4 Chives chopped 2-3 Dill Leaves (Chopped) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/my-go-to-breakfast-sandwich monthly 0.5 2020-05-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590096233795-TU2CB6POQE68EYJHS77S/IMG_1833.JPG Breakfast - My Go To Breakfast Sandwich - My Go To Breakfast Sandwich Ingredients: 1 English Muffin, Bagel, or 2 Pieces of Toast 2-3 Slices of Bacon 1-2 Eggs Splash of Milk if Scrambling Eggs Salt & Pepper Strawberry Jam https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/weekend-breakfast-quiche monthly 0.5 2020-05-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590094309110-2NSYRUSXUF3D4SUAW5SG/IMG_2171.jpg Breakfast - Weekend Breakfast Quiche - Weekend Breakfast Quiche Ingredients: 2 Pre-Made Pie Dough’s 6 Eggs 3/4 Cups Heavy Cream 1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt 1/2 Teaspoon Ground Pepper Mix In’s: 1 & 1/2 cups Breakfast Ham (Diced) 2 Green Onions (Chopped) 1 Green Pepper (Chopped) 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese Other Mix In’s Ideas: Broccoli, Bacon or Sausage, Cheddar Cheese Broccoli, Bacon or Sausage, Tomato Bacon or Sausage, Cheddar Cheese, Monterrey Jack Cheese Spinach, Tomato, Greek Olives, Feta Cheese https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/ellyns-noodle-kugel-casserole monthly 0.5 2020-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590765748359-LN3TL74QCOIUE9E4UBQ6/IMG_3084.jpg Breakfast - Ellyn's Noodle Kugel Casserole - Ellyn’s Noodle Kugel Casserole Ingredients: Base: 8-12 Egg Noodles (Cooked) 6 Eggs 1 Stick of Butter (Melted) 1 Cup Sour Cream 16 oz Cottage Cheese 1 Cup Sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 4 oz Cream Cheese (Softened) Topping: 2 Cups of Graham Cracker Crumbs 1 Cup of Brown Sugar 1 Stick of Butter (Melted) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/my-favorite-pancakes-by-cracker-barrel monthly 0.5 2020-05-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590114112718-FIH4Q0R0VP6EX298PKJU/IMG_0479.jpg Breakfast - My Favorite Pancakes By Cracker Barrel - My Favorite Pancakes By Cracker Barrel Ingredients: 1 & 3/4 Cups of Cracker Barrel Pancake Mix 1 & 1/4 Cups of Water Butter & Syrup for Dressing Pancakes Pair with Fresh Fruit: Mixed berries, strawberries, blackberries, blue berries, raspberries, or banana’s https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/category/breakfast monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/crunch monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/big monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/quick monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/feta monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/egg monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/fruit monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/avocado+toast monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/simple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/noodle monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/jewish monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/home+cooked monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/tomato monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/quiche monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/western+eggs monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/cheese monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/baking monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/huge monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/cooking monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/avo+toast monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/eggs monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/avocado monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/bread monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/oven monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/batter monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/souffle monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/breakfast+sandwich monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/shakshuka monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/pancake monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/syrup monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/pancakes monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/easy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/home monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/bacon monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/toast monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/healthy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/brunch monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/blintze monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/baked monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/breakfast monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/veggies monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/sweet monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/german+pancake monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/skillet monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/breakfast/tag/kugel monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers daily 0.75 2020-06-04 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/deconstructed-taco-dip monthly 0.5 2020-06-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591719110928-O8WBCKR7MPB4R3Y64772/IMG_3525.jpg Appetizers - Deconstructed Taco Dip - Deconstructed Taco Dip Ingredients: 1 Package of Cream Cheese 1 Can of Frito’s Jalapeno Bean Dip *If you can’t find you can substitute a can of re-fried beans 1 Splash of Tabasco Sauce 4 Tablespoons of Taco Sauce 3-4 Romaine Lettuce Leaves (Chopped) 1 Tomato (Chopped) 1 Red Onion 1 Package of Shredded Cheddar or Mexican Cheese 1 Can of Sliced Olives (Drained) 1 Package of Tortilla Chips https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/hot-taco-dip monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591369034980-ZNY6AJX51WW9EX8O78FA/IMG_3513.jpg Appetizers - Hot Taco Dip - Hot Taco Dip Ingredients: 1 Can of Hormel Turkey Chili with no beans 1 Package of Softened Cream Cheese 1 Package of Shredded Cheddar or Mexican Cheese https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/micheles-crescent-baked-brie-amp-apples monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591298528136-LG5683APSJD2NFPWXFM1/IMG_9028.jpg Appetizers - Michele's Crescent Baked Brie & Apples - michele’s crescent baked brie & apples Ingredients: 1 Honey-Crisp Apple (Thinly Sliced) 1 Green Apple (Thinly Sliced) 1 Brie Cheese Wheel 1 Egg (Beaten) 1 Package of Crescent Roll Dough (Raw) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/summer-crab-dip monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591298989638-08XXKNM5ZTVXPRMVS169/IMG_3367.jpg Appetizers - Summer Crab Dip - Summer Crab Dip Ingredients: 1 Package Imitation Crab Meat (Shredded) 1 Package of Cream Cheese (Softened) 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder 1 teaspoon Minced Onion 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt 1 teaspoon Grounded Black Pepper 1/2 Bottle of Hoffman’s Cocktail Sauce https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/category/appetizer monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/app monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/quick monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/brie monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/brie+cheese monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/taco+dip monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/dip monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/simple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/mexican monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/clean monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/easy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/delicious monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/crab+dip monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/apple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/crescent monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/healthy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/appetizer monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/apples monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/party monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/crab monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/appetizers/tag/apps monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner daily 0.75 2020-06-05 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/rice-noodle-casserole monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591369854670-IXN2WM53RP4H6HB5A9RW/IMG_3430.jpg Dinner - Rice Noodle Casserole - rice noodle casserole Ingredients: 1/4 lb of Butter 1 Package Egg Fine Noodles (Uncooked) 2 Cups Instant Brown Rice (Uncooked) 2 Cans of Onion Soup (20 oz) 2 Cans of Chicken Broth (20 oz) 4 Tablespoons Soy Sauce 1 Can of Water Chestnuts (8 oz, Drained) 1 Can of Sliced Mushrooms (8oz, Drained) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/lemon-chicken-with-orzo-broccoli-amp-roasted-tomatoes monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590774238298-OWPK0KL99EBKBJWIXWW6/IMG_1617.jpg Dinner - Lemon Chicken with Orzo, Roasted Broccoli, & Tomatoes - Lemon Chicken with Orzo, Roasted Broccoli, & Tomatoes Ingredients: 2 Chicken Thighs (Uncooked) 1 Cup Orzo (Uncooked) 1/2 Broccoli Stalk (Chopped) 1 Tomato (Chopped) Handful of Feta Cheese Kosher Salt & Ground Pepper Lemon Juice Olive Oil https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/5lwzu9l5hhqwbo8bfbhe5h7qtsqzzr monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590773570114-O6E1MT2S5C3R8X7358ZO/IMG_5088.jpg Dinner - Salmon Puttanesca - Salmon Puttanesca Ingredients: 1 Piece of Salmon (Uncooked) 1/3 Cup of White Jasmine Rice (Uncooked) 1/2 Package of Shaved Brussels Sprouts (From Trader Joe’s) 1/3 Can of Basil Pasta Sauce *Can substitute any other pasta sauce in Handful of Capers 2 Lemon Slices & 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice Kosher Salt & Ground Pepper Olive Oil https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/arugula-cali-flower-amp-chickpea-tahini-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590772650053-9JLO6080WMOVIS6REX23/IMG_0380.JPG Dinner - Arugula Cauliflower & Chickpea Tahini Salad - Arugula Cauliflower & Chickpea Tahini Salad Ingredients: Salad: 1-2 Cups of Arugula Lettuce (Washed) 1/2 Can of Garbanzo Beans/Chick Peas (Drained & Baked) 1 tablespoon paparika 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 Cauliflower Bushel (Roasted) 1/2 Avocado 1 Slice of Red Onion (Chopped) Handful of Feta Cheese Kosher Salt & Ground Pepper Dressing & Topping: 1 Lemon (Slices & 1 tablespoon of Juice Needed) 2 Tablespoons of Tahini 4 oz of Water 1 Teaspoon of Maple Syrup https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/rdcyvm1dwnhr86f5lbsrrr6kebm8gx monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590770191519-FIS0G03V62SWMDNSWHLU/IMG_0195.jpg Dinner - Chicken & Broccoli Pasta - Chicken & Broccoli Pasta Ingredients: 1/2 Cup of Bow Tie Pasta (Uncooked) *Can substitute other shapes of pasta i.e. spirals, penne, rigatoni, etc. 1/2 of Broccoli Stalk (Chopped & Baked) 2-3 Chicken Tenderloins Handful of Low Fat Mozzarella Cheese Kosher Salt & Ground Pepper 1/3 of a Can of Basil Pasta Sauce (Trader Joe’s) *Can Substitute for any other pasta sauce https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/lemon-salmon-farro-mushrooms-amp-cucumber-tomato-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590767698098-LRTBC9MCYBT5715IQFTR/IMG_0316.JPG Dinner - Lemon Salmon, Farro, Mushrooms & Cucumber Tomato Salad - Lemon Salmon, Farro, Mushrooms & Cucumber Tomato Salad Ingredients: 1 Piece of Salmon (Uncooked) 1/2 of a Lemon 1/3 Tomato 1/3 Cucumber 1/2 Package of Fresh Sliced Mushrooms 1/3 Cup of Dried Farro (Uncooked) Kosher Salt & Ground Pepper Olive Oil https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/baked-mostaccioli monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590770834080-OG2NKT0718DF6CKBFE7X/IMG_1538.jpg Dinner - Baked Mostaccioli - Baked Mostaccioli Ingredients: 1 Package of Pasta (Uncooked) 1 Package of Low Fat Mozzarella Cheese 1 Can of Basil Pasta Sauce (From Trader Joe’s) *Can substitute any other pasta sauce Olive Oil Kosher Salt Ground Pepper https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/deconstructed-steak-rice-bowl monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590767322351-1YWKX3WKRJV38HF3MXXT/IMG_2216.jpg Dinner - Deconstructed Steak Rice Bowl - Deconstructed Steak Rice Bowl Ingredients: Grilled Skirt Steak (1 Piece- Chopped) 1/3 Cup White Jasmine Rice (Uncooked) 3-4 Romaine Lettuce Leaves (Washed & Chopped) 1/2 Tomato 1/2 Can of Sliced Black Olives (Drained) 1/2 Avocado (Sliced) Handful of Shredded Cheddar Cheese 1/2 of a Lime Kosher Salt & Grounded Pepper Olive Oil https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/cauliflower-pepperoni-pizza monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590774847676-MMYU3G64QGXLRZDXY9SG/IMG_1596.jpg Dinner - Cauliflower Burrata Prosciutto Pizza - Cauliflower burrata Prosciutto Pizza Ingredients: 1 Frozen Cauliflower Pizza Crust (From Trader Joe’s) 1 Container of Burrata Cheese 1 Package of Sliced Prosciutto 1/3 Can of Basil Pasta Sauce (From Trader Joe’s) *Can Substitute any other pasta sauce or pizza sauce in 1/3 Cup Low Fat Mozzarella Cheese Kosher Salt & Ground Pepper Olive Oil https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/category/dinner monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/quick monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/chicken monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/salad monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/steak monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/cozy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/simple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/noodle monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/vegetables monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/cauliflower+crust monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/cheese monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/tahini monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/pizza monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/pasta monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/cooking monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/chick+peas monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/rice+bowl monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/avocado monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/arugula monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/balanced+diet monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/salmon monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/casserole monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/rice monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/orzo monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/pepperoni monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/easy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/dinner monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/brussels monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/weeknight monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/healthy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/roasted monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/baked monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/tasty monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/veggies monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/family monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dinner/tag/colorful monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert daily 0.75 2020-06-04 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/grandma-anne-rugelach monthly 0.5 2020-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591296249269-ZR6GLN09Z3L9FR8CHLEW/IMG_2291.jpg Dessert - Grandma Ann’s Rugelach - grandma ann’s rugelach Ingredients: For Cookie Dough: 2 Cups Flour 2 Teaspoons Baking Powder 1/4 Teaspoon Salt 4 Tablespoons Sugar 1/2 Stick of Butter 1 Egg (Beat) 1/4 Cup Milk For Cookie Filling: 1/4 Stick of Butter (Melted) 1 Tablespoon Flour 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon 4 Tablespoons Sugar 1 Can of Solo Cherry Pie Filling 1 Can of Solo Apricot Pie Filling *Can Substitute any other flavor of Pie Filling, Jam or Preserves 1 small Package of Chopped Walnuts https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/caramel-brownies monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591295910618-JMIKHDNL242UI696WQY1/IMG_3427.jpg Dessert - Caramel Brownies - caramel brownies Ingredients: 1 Package Devil’s Food Cake Mix 1 Stick of Butter (Melted) 1 Cup Undiluted Evaporated Milk 35 Light Caramels Squares (10 oz) 1 Package of Chocolate Chip Morsels (8 oz) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/levain-knock-off-cookies monthly 0.5 2020-05-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589914088615-GN5HOPJLXOWJWH4S0GWR/IMG_1816.jpg Dessert - Levain Knock Off Cookies - Levain Knock Off Cookies Ingredients: 2 Cups All Purpose Flour 1 & 1/4 Cups Cake Flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 2 sticks cold butter (cubed) 2/3 Cup Light Brown Sugar 2/3 Cup Granulated Sugar 2 Large Eggs (beaten) 2 Cups Chocolate Chips (Can substitute peanut butter chips, sprinkles, Oreo pieces, Reese’s Crumbles) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/holleys-chocolate-chip-homemade-banana-bread monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591297916297-FELBWUEPQVYQHP2Y8GIW/IMG_0394.JPG Dessert - Holley's Chocolate Chip Homemade Banana Bread - holley’s chocolate chip homemade banana bread Ingredients: 1 Cup Sugar 2 Eggs 1/2 Cup Sour Cream 1/2 Cup Butter (Softened) 2 Mashed Banana’s 1 Teaspoon Vanilla 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda 2 Cups Flour 1 Package Chocolate Chips (8oz) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/sandys-sugar-cookies monthly 0.5 2020-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589915715181-NQ9C5LAPCIFPPSSPUB9L/IMG_2500.jpg Dessert - Sandy's Sugar Cookies - Sandy’s Sugar Cookies Ingredients: 2 Sticks of Butter (Softened) 1/2 Cup & 1 1/2 Tablespoons Sugar 1 3/4 Cups All Purpose Flour 1 Teaspoon Vanilla *Sugar for rolling https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/magic-layer-dessert-bars monthly 0.5 2020-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589914580730-AA2MFQGWIKTPL937KXKQ/IMG_8997.jpg Dessert - Magic Layer Dessert Bars - Magic Layer Dessert Bars Ingredients: 1 Stick of Butter 1 Cup of Graham Cracker Crumbs 2-3 Cups of Chocolate Chips 2-3 Cups of Peanut Butter Chips 1/2 Packaged of Chopped Walnuts 1/2 Package of Coconut Flakes 1 Can of Sweetened Condensed Milk https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/category/lunch monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/category/dessert monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/category/breakfast monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/category/dinner monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/treat monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/quick monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/brownies monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/fruit monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/snack monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/jewish monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/simple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/cookies monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/baking monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/family+recipe monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/levain monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/banana monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/dessert+bars monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/sugar+cookies monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/bread monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/caramel monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/homemade monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/banana+bread monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/butter+cookies monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/easy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/chocolate+chip monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/heaven monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/home monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/layered+bars monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/dessert monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/coconute monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/sweet monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/sugar monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/chocolate monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/dessert/tag/rugelach monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch daily 0.75 2020-06-05 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/aunt-sandys-green-apple-salad monthly 0.5 2020-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591369488760-BXUQ5G6DD01Z05LX7JAC/IMG_3432.jpg Lunch - Aunt Sandy's Green Apple Salad - Aunt Sandy’s Green Apple Salad Ingredients: 10-15 Romaine Lettuce Leaves (Washed & Chopped) 1 Large Tomato (Chopped) 1 Green Apple (Chopped) 1/2 Red Onion (Chopped) 1 Avocado (Chopped) Handful of Sesame Sticks (From Trader Joe’s) Girad’s Champagne Dressing https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/cobb-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590695241260-6GCT68P9RB8WAP16389M/IMG_3422.jpg Lunch - Cobb Salad - cobb salad Ingredients: 3-4 Romaine Lettuce Leaves (Washed & Chopped) 1/3 Cucumber (Chopped) 2 Slices of Bacon (Chopped) Handful of Sun Dried Tomatoes *Can also substitute 1/2 fresh tomato (chopped) 2-3 Grilled Chicken Tenderloins (Chopped) Handful of Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese 1/2 Avocado (Sliced) Champagne Vinaigrette Dressing or Ranch Dressing https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/greek-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590691766273-PBBWAWKMXYD1YV2GDCGP/IMG_3397.jpg Lunch - Greek Salad - Greek Salad Ingredients: 3-4 Romaine Lettuce Leaves (Washed & Chopped) 1/3 of a cucumber 1/2 of a tomato 1 slice of red olive (Chopped) 1/2 Can of Sliced Olives (Drained) 2-3 Grilled Chicken Tenderloins (Chopped) Handful of Feta Cheese Trader Joe’s Feta Greek Style Dressing or can use any other dressing https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/kale-chickpea-cesaer-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590686386942-55FAE4A41QMH0DA2QJ0Z/IMG_5097.JPG Lunch - Kale Chickpea Cesar Salad - Kale Chickpea Cesar Salad Ingredients: 1/3 Package of Pre-Shredded Kale (From Trader Joe’s- Already Washed) 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil Kosher Salt Grounded Black Pepper 1/2 Avocado (Sliced) 1/2 Can of Garbanzo Beans/Chick Peas (Drained & Baked) 1 tablespoon paparika 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 teaspoon chili powder 2-3 Grilled Chicken Tenderloins (Chopped) Handful of Croutons 2-3 Tablespoons of Cesar Dressing https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/italian-chopped-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590539441412-YMULKCJQKHDYIB90DL5D/IMG_0268.jpg Lunch - Smitted Kitchen Italian Chopped Salad - smitten kitchen italian chopped salad Ingredients: 4-5 Romaine Lettuce Leaves (Washed & Chopped) 1/2 of a Tomato (Chopped) 1/2 Can of Garbanzo Beans/Chick Peas 1/2 Can of Hearts of Palm (Chopped) *Can substitute Pepperoncini’s for Hearts of Palm if you prefer! 1/2 Can of Sliced Olives (Drained) 1/2 an Avocado 4-5 Slices of Hard Salami (Cut up into pieces) 4-5 Slices of Provolone Cheese (Cut up into pieces) Kosher Salt Pepper Lemon Juice In Place of Dressing https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/open-faced-prosciutto-panini-sandwich monthly 0.5 2020-05-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590530111553-SVYQORUE0U1L3ZQPZAL9/IMG_0408.jpg Lunch - Open Faced Prosciutto Panini Sandwich - Open faced prosciutto panini sandwich Ingredients: 2 Slices of Sourdough Whole Wheat Bread (Trader Joe’s) Spicy or whole grain mustard Shredded Mozzarella Cheese 1 Avocado (Sliced) 4 Slices of Prosciutto Handful of Arugula Salad Leaves Lemon Juice Kosher Salt & Pepper https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/pasta-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590529397476-NK9ZYV5D6Q1QGP4OWNYX/IMG_0534.jpg Lunch - Pasta Salad - Pasta Salad Ingredients: 1/2 or 3/4 Box of Pasta (Can be any shape I use penne, bow ties, spiral and this happens to be a fancy spiral from Trader Joe’s) 1 Package of Cherry Tomatoes (Cut in half) 1 Can of Pre-Sliced Olives (Drained) 1/2 Red Onion (Chopped) 1 Avocado 1 Package of Feta or Goat Cheese 1 Lemon Kosher Salt & Pepper for seasoning (This makes a portion that can feed 4-6 people so cut down if you want to make less) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/simple-romaine-lemon-parmesan-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590525427551-WQN8L0JKOT11L9P1FWEE/IMG_3225.jpg Lunch - Sale Pepe’s Romaine Lemon Parmesan Salad - Romaine Lemon Parmesan Salad 1 Romaine Head (Washed & Cut Ends Off) 1/3 Block of Parmesan Cheese (Grated) 1 Lemon Kosher Salt Pepper https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tuna-salad monthly 0.5 2020-05-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590525091895-HCX01UQZNMJ1NP3A8J63/IMG_5594.JPG Lunch - Tuna Salad - Tuna Salad Ingredients: 5-6 Leaves of Romaine Lettuce (Washed & Dried) 1/2 Tomato (Chopped) 1/3 Cucumber (Chopped) 1/3 cup light mozzarella cheese 1 small can of sliced black olives (optional) 1 can of Tuna (Drained) 1-2 Tablespoons of Light Mayo Salt & Pepper for Seasoning Lemon Juice or Paul Newman’s Honey Mustard for Dressing https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/category/lunch monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/tuna monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/lunch monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/quick monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/cobb monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/salad monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/feta monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/cucumber monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/simple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/fressh monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/tomato monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/summer monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/cheese monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/apple monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/parmesan+cheese monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/chopped+salad monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/greek monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/avocado monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/green monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/homemade monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/greens monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/sandwich monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/clean monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/easy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/romaine monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/pasta+salad monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/light monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/healthy monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/tasty monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/lunch/tag/kale monthly 0.5 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/index-rally daily 0.75 2026-03-21 https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/about daily 0.75 2020-06-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1593016728612-EHWNPLMSH1JDUM3AMDWH/IMG_2852+%281%29.jpg About - My Story My name is Alex Hoffman, I live in New York, but a Midwestern at heart. From a young age I was notorious for wearing 3 outfits in one day leaving my mom with constant laundry. I have always had a sense of unique style and love to stand out from the everyday crowd. I always wanted to buy clothes that everyone else didn’t have. My true passion for merchandising started in high school when I started working for a dress occasion boutique where I was able to help girls find their dream prom, homecoming, & turnabout dress. I loved being able to make someone feel confident and beautiful both inside and out. I went on to get a Degree in apparel merchandising & business marketing at Indiana University and had the opportunity to study abroad in Florence Italy. Following college I took a internship and then full time offer at Macy’s Corporate Buying Offices. I took a leap of faith and moved back to Chicago for a leap year and then ended back in New York at Macy’s offices as I realized the city and company stole my heart. Last year I joined Macy’s Style Crew, which is an internal social media affiliate program. It prompted me to share my passion for clothes, recipes that are near and dear to my heart, and travel experiences with my friends & family. xoxo, A @alexlorenhoffman https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1593016872497-3NYNVNXJK19NFV83Q1GR/IMG_2851.jpg About https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/latest-posts daily 1.0 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1588273573726-50MMPOH50W0C84KMONT2/AlexHoffman5.JPG Latest Posts - Alex Loren Hoffman Hi my name is Alex Hoffman, I live in New York City & work in the fashion industry. I grew up in Chicago with a older sister, amazing set of parents, & a golden retriever. From a young age I always dreamed of living New York City working in fashion. I attended Indiana University where I got a degree in Apparel Merchandising & Business Marketing. After college I landed a job at Macy’s in their buying office. since then I have held multiple roles at the company. I have always had a sense of unique style and love to stand out from the everyday crowd. I’m excited to share my passion for clothes, recipes that are near & dear to my heart, and my favorite spots to travel with my friends & family. Hope you enjoy the ride. xoxo -A https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/fashion-1 daily 0.75 2020-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1592324290798-VD57NYIJ4S3P17WKRZ77/IMG_3611.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1592324058197-5A80BY5XCDXSYVXY3BKR/IMG_3663.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1592323700811-8WD1RG6HPDOMOSKJEET0/IMG_3616.JPG Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1592323161922-T4MG3I7R1KJYP9R36TN5/IMG_3541.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590071835100-GGZ04NG233N3MWPC84T3/IMG_2870.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590026801622-FZGZKI9ZRWVZDSXCARPY/IMG_1040.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590026976368-Z3QX29UPA67IXNPJYSNZ/IMG_2682.JPG Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590026598708-C8EYHW3EOCPK0BUD7BY4/IMG_1037.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590027363895-JXXG9I8PWPZLNVRY3T1T/IMG_0876.JPG Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590028063024-UW3ESVQSZOIRAFCJ345B/IMG_1106.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590028456467-WD21CJPL53AIW3421BSG/IMG_1258.jpg Fashion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590029058055-LUW4EANPS26M8SJXC5YD/IMG_1546.jpg Fashion https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/baltimore daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590009267600-5OUMOYNQRRBA7MLYWLH5/IMG_6036+%281%29.JPG Baltimore - Baltimore, Maryland Had the best time standing up in my best friend Amanda’s Wedding and watching her get married in downtown Baltimore Maryland. We stayed at the Pendry and I literally never want to stay anywhere else! It is the most gorgeous hotel right on the water! Restaurant Recommends: Pintago Bakery & Cafe (Breakfast, Lunch, & Coffee) Barcocina (Dinner & Outdoor Seating) Duck Duck Goose (Dinner) The Pendry (Drinks, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner) Pitango Gelato Fells Point (Dessert) Kilwin’s Chocolate (Candy & Dessert Shop) Places to Stay: Pendry Shopping: Poppy & Stella LLC https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/stowe-vermont daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590010167383-QB5YH58A8YCFXR9HS4MW/IMG_9441.jpg Stowe - stowe, Vermont My sister Mel and I decide to venture to Stowe Vermont this past November and it was so much fun! i was all about visiting Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory and getting hot cider while she was focused on skiing and snowboarding. We did a combo and had a blast! Stowe VT is a perfect weekend getaway! Restaurant Recommends: Doc Ponds (Best Dinner & Apre Ski) The Bench (Apre Ski) Matternhorn Bar (Apre Ski) Black Cap Coffee Stowe Bee Bakery & Cafe Stowe Sandwich Company Bistro at Ten Acres (Dinner) Harrisons (Dinner) Places to Visit: Skiing & Snowboarding at Stowe Mountain Range Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory (In Burlington) Nebraska Knoll Maple Syrup Sugarhouse Cold Hollow Cider Mill Cabot Cheese Farmer’s Store (In waterbury) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/napa daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590022701381-JC6HGACG5C117JU4KMD6/IMG_0138.JPG Napa - napa, california When I was in SF we decided to do a day trip to Napa, CA and I truly fell in love! Napa is definitely top on my list to get back to. We toured 3 winery’s and ended at a champagne winery. On the way back we stopped at Sausalito and I nearly died of happiness! I highly recommend you take time to visit Sausalito! Wineries: Larson Family Winery Domaine Chandon (Champagne Winery) Silverado Vineyards Scribe (Sonomo) Sausalito Restaurant Recommend: Bar Bocce (My favorite outdoor bar with pizza) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/barcelona daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590005615712-U8DPZMOSF3H73QLINJRN/IMG_4312+%281%29.JPG Barcelona - Barcelona, Spain In February 2019 I traveled in Spain to visit my best friend Gina while she was studying abroad for business school. I truly lived my best life for a week straight pretending I was also in grad school! Let’s just say I learned CAVA was my drink of choice! Restaurant Recommends: Santa Gloria (The best coffee of my life) La Boqueria (Central Market, Great for Lunch or a Snack) Bo De B (Best Sandwich Shop in town) Vinitus (Favorite Dinner) La Flauta (Dinner) Hammock (Breakfast but off beaten path) Quimet y Quimet (Tapas Bar) Night Life: Chipitos (Famous Shot Bar) Bling Bling (Nightclub vibes) Old Fashion Gin & Tonic Cocktail Bar (My Favorite) Tandem Cocktail Bar (2nd Favorite) Seven Dances Escuela (Spanish dancing) Opium (Nightclub) Shoko (Nightclub) Where to Shop: Oyosho (Best Intimate Apparel, Work Out Clothing, & Swimwear) Zara Home Places to Visit: Park Guell La Segrada de Familia Church Casa Mila Las Ramblas Camp Nuo to see a soccer game Gracia (Tapas outside) Wine Tastings https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/travel/hawaii daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589924916761-72NCIBHQWIYYDK0F1QWJ/IMG_2850.jpg Hawaii - hawaii maui Every year my family and I travel to Hawaii (I know we are very lucky). From a young age my parents & extended family fell in love with Hawaii and decided to travel there every year as a family vacation for winter break. After graduating we continued this yearly tradition and it is something that is sacred to me and my extended family. Restaurants Recommends: The Fish Market Maui (great for lunch-call ahead so you can avoid the line) Sale Pepe (Dinner) Hali’imaile General Store (In upcountry but worth the drive, Dinner) Banyan Tree at the Ritz Carlton (Dinner) Merriman’s (For Brunch) The Gazebo (For Breakfast- Expect a line but pretty view next to it to wait and watch) Star Noodle (dinner) Frida’s (Dinner) Honu (dinner) Mala (Dinner) Cool Cats for Burgers (Casual, Dinner) Hula Grill (In the casual section - Have to put name down and usually a small wait, Dinner) The Bakery (Hole in the wall authentic bakery that supplies most restaurants & hotels on the island) Must get there early otherwise they sell out of everything! Choice Health Bar (Great Smoothies) Places to Stay: Honua Kai Best Shops: Mahina Hale Zen https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/newport daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590021476065-V11A2G4UAJ0SDOOKZZJ3/IMG_0366.JPG Newport - NewPort, Rhode Island My parents and I did a quick weekend getaway in Newport Rhode Island in the summer and loved touring the mansions! Restaurant Recommends: Scarpetta (Brunch or Dinner) Cru Cafe (Favorite spot went there multiple times for Breakfast & Lunch) The Mooring Seafood Kitchen & Bar (Dinner) The Cookie Jar (Best Cookies) The Chandler (Brunch, Lunch, Dinner) Things to do: Mansion Tours The Breakers Rose Cliff Marble House The Elms The Cliff Walk Boat Ride or Sunset Cruise Places to Stay: The Chandler Hotel https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/recipes daily 0.75 2020-06-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591720459744-OBWSQ2T0JT0NJZ7DLFWR/IMG_3525.jpg Recipes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591720481833-WBAP5GKA1OMAS0TH5DUE/IMG_1631.jpg Recipes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591720648038-N1AS34JJWEF8P153KM55/IMG_3432+%281%29.jpg Recipes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591720926391-L6SLE2GBGEJUTHDH1SJO/IMG_1617+%281%29.jpg Recipes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1591720805298-VCTEDABSD3542Y8L27N2/IMG_1816.JPG Recipes https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/greece daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590021131827-ZKMHZYVWK6TNQWFGCWA6/IMG_4402.JPG Greece - athen's, mykonos, & santorini, greece My family and I traveled to Greece in 2017 and it was one of my favorite trips we have taken in a while. We went to Athens, Mykonos, & Santorini. Santorini was my absolute favorite with breath taking views and boats for days! Mykonos Restaurant Recommends: Caprice Bar (Sunset & Drinks, Dinner) Lia Fish Tavern (Lunch) Casa Dolce (Best Gelato) Oregeno Cook & Grill (Local Hole in the wall but the best lunch & dinner) Gyros Corner (Lunch or Late Night in Mykonos City Center) Things to Do: Tour Windmills Watch Sunset & Go to Beach Walk Mykonos City & Shop Bought my first LV in Mykonos! Places to Stay: Mykonos Hotel We had custom breakfast here everyday! Santorini Restaurant Recommends: Katina (My Favorite Meal, Dinner by Ammoudi Bay) Grace Santorini Hotel (The most unbelievable reooftop I have ever been to for drinks. A full 360 view of the entire island and unreal for sunset) Passaggio Coffee (Coffee) Lolita’s Gelato (Dessert) Places to Stay: Passion Blue Villas We had custom breakfast here everyday! Athens Restaurant Recommends: Saradelles (Dinner) Central Market Chymopoieío Juice Bar Things to do: Do all your shopping in Athen’s as it is cheaper than the islands Plaka Market (Souvenirs & local products) Acropolis Historical Acropolis Museum Temple of Zeus Old Olympic Stadium The Hill of Lycabettous https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/chicago daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589925047150-B6T10QKXEULWE9GYIQVL/IMG_2087.JPG Chicago - chicago Chicago is where I was raised & born! I tend to travel back quite often as all of my family and best friends from growing up is located here. Summers in Chicago are my favorite! Restaurant Recommends: Lou Malnati’s Deep Dish Pizza (Best Deep Dish in the City; Usually get Take Out but can also eat there) Portillos (Casual to Go) Walker Brothers (Brunch-Apple Pancake) Paradise Park or Happy Camper Pizza (Same Owner) Ema (Dinner) Aba (Dinner, or Drinks) Gibson’s Steak (Filet Sliders, Dinner) Steak 48 (Dinner) Maple & Ash (Dinner) Somerset (Viceroy Hotel, Brunch) Willow Room (Brunch) Santa Monica Summer House (Brunch) Tony’s Burritos (Casual To Go) Tempesta Market (Dante Sandwich, Casual to Go, Lunch) J.P. Graziano’s (Muffuletta Sandwich, Casual to Go, Lunch) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/san-francisco daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590022011458-0IQCT38TS4SWB1UJAT1Z/IMG_0280.JPG San Francisco - san francisco My best friend Gina now lives in San Francisco and over course I had to visit her! We had the best time touring the sourdough bread factory, Facebook & Instagram Offices, & visiting Lombard Street! Restaurant Recommends: Boudin Bakery (Must Try Breakfast Sandwiches & Bread) Ferry Plaza Farmers Market (SF Fish Company best stand within the market) Réveille Coffee Co. (Coffee) The Baked Bear (Dessert) In-&-Out (I always have to stop anytime I’m near one!) Things to do: Boudin Bakery Tour San Francisco Bridge Napa Day Trip Farmer’s Market Lombard Street https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/travel/all daily 0.75 2020-05-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590010943464-PF5O4JIMOXR1YZ92ZRGO/IMG_2850.jpg All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590010982140-9CL295J0U5ZH0JIDX9T6/IMG_2087.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590010987069-AG08NX70LGB3U9301QBU/IMG_0009.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590011987947-WUC15ELPL23RXGEX1UTF/IMG_4249.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590012044523-XLFLTQBD44STJNKTUXRG/IMG_6036+%281%29.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590012012750-BMG409FBKDILK4GFXTB7/IMG_9441.jpg All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590019556977-JGCIOTQIOEUJ0HR2HE4Z/IMG_4312+%281%29.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590019586190-T6MQBUED6OGZUSABHQDE/IMG_4043.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590020957031-5ELTD4HSNUJ8OL7C8QAF/IMG_4402.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590021303733-T6SFSSMJUC6YK7XVWMKV/IMG_0366.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590020791216-RDWT5EOPQW7T3WF6CT83/IMG_0280.JPG All https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590020161742-YWRFWWSJOLR4H0LSOKCW/IMG_0138.JPG All https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/the-hamptons daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589925275169-8DVO8TFT0J1DS7Y14FN1/IMG_0009.JPG The Hamptons - the Hampton’s During the summer I love to escape New York city and go to the Hampton’s. East Hampton & Amagansett are my favorite spots to stay and Montauk is the best for going out or during the day! Restaurant Recommends: Surf Lodge (Dinner, Montauk) Scarpetta @ Gurney’s (Brunch or Dinner, Montauk) Navy Beach (Dinner & Sunset Drinks, Montauk) Ruschmeyer’s (Dinner and Great Going Out Spot, Montauk) Gurney’s Beach Club (Day Drinking Spot, Montauk) Montauk Brewing Co. (Day Drinking Spot, Montauk) Wolffer Estate Winery (Day Drinking or Sunset Spot, South Hampton) Pierre’s (Dinner, East Hampton) Jacks Stir Brew Coffee (Breakfast, Amagansett) Round Swamp Farm (Appetizers, Lunch, Groceries to go, East Hampton & Bridge Hampton) Harbor Market & Kitchen (Lunch, Sag harbor) Goldberg Bagels (Breakfast, Montauk) Levain Bakery (Wainscott) https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/mallorca daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1590005096324-6VWVMAJR8H53WX9TQSP3/IMG_4043.JPG Mallorca - Mallorca, Island off Spain Last February 2019 I traveled to Mallorca with my best friend Gina and we truly lived our best life! I never thought to fly to Mallorca but everyone should put this island on their list. I was so suprised with the clean lifestyle everyone lives there. We rode bikes along the sea side, ate at the most amazing restaurants, and consumed a lot of wine by the sea! Restaurant Recommends: Ziva (Coffee & Snacks) Ca’n Joan De Saigo (Coffee) Santina (Lunch) Mercat De L’Olivar (local market) San Guan Gastronomic Market (local market) El Camino (my favorite restaurant I could eat here every night, Dinner) La Boveda (Dinner & Great Dessert) Tast Club (Appertivo’s) Bodegas Macia Batle (Winery) Bodegas Ribas (Winery) Raymana Wine Cellar (Winery) Where to Stay: El Roseto by Petite Palace The cutest bed and breakfast/hotel! They had free bike rentals and the most spectacular staff! https://www.alexlorenhoffman.com/nashville daily 0.75 2020-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d141ca43b09c50001cc0036/1589925643304-8WEH9SNUGF46PCTV7FKO/IMG_4249.JPG Nashville - nashville, tn Our parents split their time in Nashville for 3 years. It was my favorite weekend escape and safe haven when needing a break from the city! The music, food, and people are incredible there! Restaurant Recommends: Frothy Monkey (Breakfast, Lunch, or Coffee) Peg Leg Porker BBQ (My favorite BBQ) Martin’s BBQ Edley’s BBQ Adele’s (My Favorite, Brunch or Dinner) Butcher & The Bee (Favorite Dinner Spot) Rolf & Daughters (Dinner) Pinewood Social (Brunch) Biscuit Love (Brunch) Hattie B’s (Hot Chicken) Party Fowl (Hot Chicken) Emmy Squared (Pizza) First Watch (Breakfast, Mt Juliet) Fido’s (Breakfast by 21st Avenue) Loveless Cafe (Brunch) Josephine’s (Dinner, 12 South) Bar Taco (Lunch, 12 South) Urban Grub (Dinner, 12 South) 5th & Taylor (Dinner) Meridee’s Breadbasket (Franklin TN) Arrington Vineyards (BEST VIEW of TN) Tin Roof (Drinks) Jason Aldeans Rooftop (Drinks) Pinter’s Alley (Going Out Spot & Drinks) Shopping Spots: Blush Boutique Uncommon James 21st Avenue Shopping: United Apparel Liquidators (Find the best branded discounted goods here) Native Nomad Revv Dresh Up Nashville Tia’s Shabby Chic Boutique (Mt Juliet) Franklin TN (My favorite town to shop & walk around): PD’s (Best Furniture & Decor Store) Posh Boutique White’s Mercantile 12 South: Draper James Finnely’s Things to do: See a concert at Ryman Theater or Grand Old Opry Grand Old Opry Tour Nashville’s Farmer’s Market Belle Meade Plantation I Believe in Nashville Sign Shop around 12th South, 21 st Ave, The Gulch, Franklin TN Cheekwood Botanic Gardens (Favorite Spot to Walk Around) Arrington Vineyards (BEST VIEW of TN) Blue Bird Cafe Listening Room Cafe Boat Rental on Percy Priest Lake