French Hot Chocolate Recipe (Chocolat Chaud)

As intimidating as it may seem, given how utterly delicious it is, this Parisian-style drink is actually quite simple to make. Simply simmer all the ingredients together and sip away.

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Milk Chocolate Mendiants Recipe

These French chocolate mendiants or chocolate buttons are addictingly delicious you’ll be surprised at how easy it is make!

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Easy Stove-Top Candied Almonds Recipe (no eggwhites)

This stove-top candied almonds recipe takes less than 15 minutes to prepare!

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Chocolate Almond Clusters Recipe

Making these chocolate almond clusters are as simple as 2 steps! Check out this easy 2-ingredient recipe of the classic chocolate treat!

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London Fog Boba Milk Tea Recipe

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London Fog Tea Latte Recipe (Earl Grey Latte)

There's something so luxurious with the pairing of earl grey and lavender. This London fog latte recipe is not only delicious but also really easy to make!

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Easy Dark Chocolate Mendiants Recipes

Chocolate mendiants are elegant French confection that is surprisingly simple to make. This recipe includes an easy tutorial in tempering chocolate.

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2 Simple Ways to Temper Chocolate at Home

Yes, tempering chocolate can be intimidating at first but with the right equipment and practice, it can be easy to master! Check out these 2 simple methods!

Hot Chocolate Popsicle Bombs

If hot chocolate bombs and hot chocolate sticks had a baby, it would be hot chocolate popsicles. Also, check out my no-brainer tempering method.

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Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe

These hot chocolate bombs are so satisfying not just to look at but also to enjoy! What’s not there to love with a cup of hot cocoa and marshmallows in the cool weather?!

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Sights and Sounds: Utah and Arizona

We spent 10 days exploring Utah and Arizona’s national parks and landmarks! This itinerary is full-packed with hikes in Angel’s Landing and The Narrows.

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2020 Twilight Tour in Forks, Washington Travel Guide

Werewolves and vampires descended in Forks, WA in Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight book series. We took a self-guided Twilight Forks tour during our recent PNW visit!

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10 Steps in Planning an Epic National Park Road Trip

Here are 10 easy steps to help you plan an epic national park road trip!

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Shower and Toilet in Our Campervan

One of the most asked questions we get is how we shower and use the toilet while living in the van. Check out our 3 shower setups and portable shower, vanlife-style!

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How to Convert a Camper Van into the Ultimate Mobile Home

Check out these stops in converting a van into your own tiny home on wheels!

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Sights and Sounds: Pacific Northwest

We spent 15 days exploring the diverse landscape of Pacific Northwest from the rugged coast of Oregon to the 3 national parks of the state of Washington.