Jen Beck Seymour's Blog, page 2
April 12, 2016
Homemade Peanut Butter & Pumpkin Dog Treats
Hello friends! If you missed yesterday’s post about how Costa Rica has made me a better cook, CLICK HERE. To continue the cooking-from-scratch theme, today I am featuring my good amiga, Lynette! She has learned to make her own doggie treats here in Costa Rica. Actually, they sound so good, I’m wondering if these are just […]
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April 11, 2016
HOW COSTA RICA HAS MADE ME A BETTER COOK
Even before I came to Costa Rica, I loved to bake. But it was only on occasion, only when I had time, and really – only if we were going to a party or family gathering and I needed to bring something. The point is – I enjoyed baking when I had time to do […]
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April 1, 2016
A Day in the Life of Living in Grecia, Costa Rica
So you’ve heard that living in Costa Rica is perfect, like being on a permanent vacation? Well, I’m here to keep it real. Here’s an example of what it takes to live here – or of what can happen occasionally. Sometimes every day. This is a true story, and is pretty much a combo of […]
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March 30, 2016
The Secret to Keeping Lettuce Crisp (for up to 3 weeks)!
Let me tell you a story. There was once a girl who lived in Dallas and LOVED salad. Almost any kind of salad, but her favorites were caesar salad (with or without chicken) or a fried or grilled chicken salad (with ranch dressing, cheddar cheese and croutons). OK, so maybe these salads weren’t the healthiest […]
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March 29, 2016
Pura Vida Costa Rica T-Shirt
You guys! I am absolutely gaga over this fun T-shirt, that showcases the true value of the words “PURA VIDA”. I thought you might want one, to show off the coolness of “pura vida” – wherever you live! Click here to check it out and order, just $20: Pura Vida Costa Rica T-Shirt Thanks guys, […]
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March 14, 2016
Reserva Forestal Grecia – Bosque del Niño
Reserva Forestal Grecia Bosque del Niño (Grecia Forest Reserve of the Children) is right here in Grecia. It’s a nice little getaway from the city life. When we were there – we were the only ones there! There’s a huge field for soccer or playing catch, and behind it is a large covered area […]
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March 12, 2016
Los Chorros Waterfalls, Grecia, Costa Rica
Do you like waterfalls? Well, they seem to be pretty plentiful here in Costa Rica. Los Chorros is a little gem right outside of Grecia. Easy to get to for a low-keyed and fun-filled day of natural beauty. Los Chorros is about a 15 minute drive from Central Grecia, and just 30 minutes from the […]
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March 1, 2016
Crema Dulce Recipes
Hello friends and welcome back to Part II of my crema dulce blog. If you missed it yesterday, click here for Part I on the many uses of crema dulce in Costa Rica. Now, for Part II – here are my crema dulce recipes for you! Have fun, and let me know if you try any […]
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February 29, 2016
Crema Dulce – a little box with big uses.
So, when I first moved to Costa Rica, I was surprised that I couldn’t find cream in the refrigerated section of the grocery stores. I searched and searched – several different grocery stores – all to no avail. And I’m talking about any kind of cream: half and half, light cream, whipping cream or heavy […]
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February 24, 2016
You know you’re in Wisconsin when…
Well, we just got back from a little trip to Wisconsin. We went to see my sweet mom, and as a plus got to see all three of my brothers and their families. Initially my mom was going to have knee surgery, and we were going to help her with recovery, but her knee got better […]
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