Foodie's Nest

What is sparkling water, aka carbonated water or seltzer water ? Is it good for you? Here’s what you need to know about this bubbly beverage. These days grocery store shelves are loaded with dizzying colorful cans of sparkling water from breands lik LaCroix to Sprindrift. But what is it exactly, and how is it different from carbonated water or seltzer? Is it good for you and your teeth? How is it different from club soda? Here I’ll break down the technical terminology and clear up the health benefits (spoiler: don’t worry about your teeth!). And, I’ll share some of our favorite drink recipes starring this bubbly mixer. What is Sparkling Water? Is it Seltzer Water? What is sparkling water? Is it the same thing as carbonated water or seltzer water? What about club soda? Here are some of the differences between these very similar products: Sparkling water, also known as seltzer water, soda water, or carbonated water , is water with n...

These summer mocktails are bubbly, fruity, and refreshing: from a virgin margarita to a non alcoholic spritz! Each one is alcohol-free and easy to make. I’ve made hundreds of summer cocktails over the years, but lately I’ve started cutting back on my alcohol. Here’s the problem: summer drinks are so much fun and truly set the mood for any backyard BBQ or pool day. So I’ve come up with a new collection of all my favorite summer mocktails ! Every one in the list I’ve created and tested out on my real-life family, and they have all the bubbly, refreshing flavors of my standard cocktails. From non alcoholic spritzes to virgin frozen drinks, they use fresh ingredients like berries, lemon, lime, and bubbles to go big on flavor and get that care-free summer vibe. My Favorite Summer Mocktails ...

This easy baked feta recipe with tomatoes makes into a warm, creamy Greek-inspired appetizer in under 25 minutes. Scoop it up with crusty bread for a delicious snack! Here’s a recipe inspired by my trip to Greece a few years ago: I came to love a certain baked feta appetizer. I had it prepared in different ways but it was always delicious: melty, gooey feta in a tomato sauce, sometimes with onions or red peppers, sprinkled with a few herbs.  One server brought it out to us and declared, “Feta in the oven!” and I learned this was the English translation on most menus. Alex and I even recreated it a few times while in Greece in the kitchen of our rental home. This baked feta is the version I make now whenever friends come over, and it disappears faster than anything else on the table! Why You’ll Love This Baked Feta Recipe It’s absolutely delicious. The best appetizers are often the simplest. A block of feta goes into a small dish w...