Our Foodie Mommy "Chef" is a loyal customer of Grapes & Olives
OnTap and writes a weekly post for us. She has so many creative ways of using our products to make tastier meals for healthier lives for her family. Check out these past posts and watch for upcoming ones on our Facebook page!
Foodie Mommy Chef's Ideas
Not Sloppy Joe
"It’s Savory Jennifer GO friends, I appreciate quick, easy, filling dinners during the school year. It is a challenge when my kids and I eat vegetarian, but I have a child...
Read MoreCaramelized Onions
"GO – Friends, are you ready for Fall? I am. I’m ready for cooler weather and spending more time outside comfortably. It’s been a hot, hot summer. Is your daily...
Read MorePecan Bread with Pecan Praline Balsamic
“Hello GO friends. I know it is so hot and turning on the oven isn’t on your list, but I wanted to make a few quick breads. It’s been rainy...
Read MoreGrilled Flatbread
"Personally, I like easy eating. I prefer relatively easy-to-prepare food and let the oven, stove or grill do most of the work. Now, that doesn’t mean food to cheat, heat...
Read MoreCrispy Spicy Chickpeas
"As far as I’m concerned, it is summer. The temperature, cicadas, and the desire to snack more than eat a full meal are my clues that summer has taken up...
Read MoreToasty Tropical Macadamia’s
"GO friends, Happy May. I hope you are all enjoying bits of weather that are better than worse. Seeing a post of Diane’s made me want to make roasted nuts...
Read MoreConversion Olives
"GO friends. How nice to be amongst you again. Last night I had an impromptu guest over and had very little time to rustle up some appetizers. Yes, I always...
Read MoreCheese Sandwich
“Dear GO Friends, I love cheese. If you haven’t noticed that yet, I do. I love cheese. One set of my grandparents lived in Wisconsin and my daddy ALWAYS knew,...
Read MoreWhoooo-eeeeee Smoothie
"GO fans, there’s never a wrong time to drink a smoothie. Morning, of course, lunch, why not? Mid-afternoon mood ‘pick up’, sure. Bedtime treat, absolutely. And, you know there are...
Read MoreRosemary Olive Oil Crackers
"GO friends, I am in appetizer mode. Again, this one is easy, savory and has loads of options. I used a Rosemary Olive Oil Cracker recipe I found in the...
Read MoreMango Tango Barbecue Sauce
"I know the calendar indicates October, and a late date at that, however, there is never a wrong month or date for barbecue sauce. This is what this is about…..mango...
Read MoreGinger Orange Carrot Bread
"Yes, GO Fans, another easy bread loaf. I happen to really like making these because they are so versatile, quick, freeze well and are perfect to eat any time of...
Read MoreStrawberry Cheesecake Bites
"Ok GO Fans, it is too hot to step in my kitchen. When you need or want a no-bake, easy, tasty treat, or dessert, I assure you, THIS is a...
Read MoreRicotta Olive Oil Loaf
Happy Summer GO Fans. Before it gets too hot to even want to step foot in you kitchen, this is a great recipe idea to make and stick a few...
Read MoreCream Cheese Pastry
It is a quiet Saturday morning and I’m in the mood to make something a little special for my kids and me. Trisha Yearwood has a recipe on Food Network...
Read MorePizza – Pumped Up
GO fans, let’s admit it….sometimes we eat frozen pizza. I grew up in a part of the country that is well known for a certain style of pizza. However, where...
Read MoreI Scream, You Scream
"You know the saying….it’s ice cream. You also know how using GO-On Tap products in a simple way can make simply tasty delights. I don’t eat ice cream much but...
Read MoreEasy Exchange
"How many of you are working to change some liquid consumption habits/preferences? Looking to be healthier, drink less sugar, wine, spirits or other drinks? Drink more water? It can be...
Read MoreNot HO-HO-HUM……Just, Hummus
"How many of you GO friends have had enough holiday sugar, treats, overindulged goodies? How many more gatherings do you have on your calendar? What events are you hosting? Does...
Read MoreSimply Delicious
"Ciao GO Friends! As owners Diane and Alejandro continue their Italian travels, I decided to make a delicious, simple (but not simple tasting because I used great ingredients) pasta dish...
Read MoreGet in Your Garden – Primavera
What’s in your garden? Do you have tomato plants in pots on your deck? Herbs? Make a weekly visit to your farmer’s market? Then take the fresh veggie bounty and...
Read MoreGrapes & Olives On Tap Peanut Sauce
"GO fans, I really like a good peanut sauce. I probably don’t make it ‘right’ according to a recipe, I just make what I like. Today, one of my kids...
Read MoreGrilled Pineapple
"Happy June GO Fans. The temperature is heating us, as is my grill. It’s the time to keep the kitchen cool and grill what you enjoy. I made grilled pineapple....
Read MoreGO Where You Want
"Hello GO Fans! It is spring, allergies are fierce, there is nothing like the color of Carolina Blue sky and anything made with GO-On Tap products should be in your...
Read MoreGO with Your Favorites For Asparagus
“As spring continues to yawn and stretch itself awake from winter’s frosty slumber, start looking for your local farmer’s markets to open and bring you fresh produce and goods. This...
Read MoreBroccoli Melts
“Happy New Year- Happy New Year GO friends. I hope you are all safe and healthy and ready for a better 2022. I’ve decided that avocado toast is ‘then’ and...
Read More“X” Marks the Spot
"You know what pirates say, “X” marks the spot. This is where the treasures always lay right? Well, this is no exception. See where this “X” is located? Avocado toast...
Read MoreHerb Ice Cubes
“Surprise! Since it’s been so warm this Summer, your fresh herbs may be showing some tiredness. They may be done with the heat, like I am. That said, they are...
Read MoreEasy, Cheater Chicken Quesadillas
"This is one of my favorite ‘easy’ foods to make. My household gobbles these up every time. With GO-On Tap products, you can mix/match, switch up what you marinate, brush...
Read MoreGO Grill – Again
"Happy Summer GO Fans and Friends! I hope you are taking advantage of local produce and products from your local markets. I hope you are spending time outdoors grilling and...
Read MoreShould have been Primavera!
"It’s time for Farmers Markets! The glorious produce, fruit and great products brought to you by hardworking, caring people are now available for your delight. I made a delicious pasta...
Read MoreLemon Pound Cake With Blueberry Balsamic
“What do you call it when a bunch of blueberries play jazz music?” – A jam session! "Well, when blueberry and lemon get together, I call it a symphony. This...
Read MoreCukes and ‘Cado’s
"Good morning GO Fans! As the weather warms and we get outdoors in the yard more, meals aren’t always on the top of our minds. Then we realize we need...
Read MoreSpicy Eggs On Avocado Toast
“Why are eggs so funny?- They are good at telling yolks!!! It’s Sunday morning and I don’t want pancakes or waffles. I love eggs benedict but not the process. So,...
Read MoreMolten Lava Chocolate Cake
"Where does chocolate like to hang out on a Friday night? – In a bar! Remember the cherries from last week? Well, I had some left and decided to make...
Read MoreRicotta Lemon Ravioli
“ What music group is the best to listen to in the kitchen”? - The Spice Girls! "Last week I suggested you use GO-On Tap products no matter the dish...
Read MoreG&O Lime And Pecan Brussels Sprouts
"What? Did I hear you say you don’t care for them? Did you say yuck? Did you grow up with over roasted/boiled, under seasoned little balls of bitter mush like...
Read MoreS for Coconut-Lemon Slushy
“The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it”. - Richard Bach (author) The best way to enjoy a hot day is with a cool, slushy...
Read MoreT is for Throw it Together
"You know when time doesn’t work with your schedule? When life throws you off the rails and then tells you to stay there for a while? (I’m not talking pandemic...
Read MoreRoasted Red Pepper Pesto
"I’ll admit, for weeks I did not know what this R post would contain. I had no idea what to make, but with a delightful foodie gift from a friend...
Read MoreMozzarella Salad
"This could not be easier or more flexible of a twist on salad. While we know and love mozzarella with tomato and GO-On Tap basil oo, there are endless options...
Read MoreLemon Risotto with Peas and Parm Cheese
"Hello GO Friends. Here we are, on letter L. Almost ½ way through the alphabet. This one is a keeper! Lemon is always a winner and carbs/comfort make a triple...
Read MoreH is for Hash Brown Waffles
"Well, as it happens, some attempts at food work better than others. This was not the most successful, in form, but it was really good in taste. I’m always up...
Read MoreGO Letter C: Chocolate Cake (VEGAN)
"Well, GO fans, there is a first time for many, many things in life, and this is the FIRST vegan cake I have ever made. Diane Lopez, of GO-On Tap...
Read MoreB is for Baked Beans
"Remember a few years back when seasoning and baking garbanzo's was a 'thing'? Well, I've updated my bean, decided to use one I prefer, and it is not only tasty...
Read MoreOLIVE (I love) This Scrub
"Season's Greetings GO fans! Here's one, almost, final post of the year. I have no story for this, no great words to dispense, just happy, smiling, soft lips to wish...
Read MoreSouthwestern Sweet Potato Hash
"Hello Sweeeeet Potato! Growing up I did not like sweet potatoes. Actually, I bet the issue was more that I did not like the way my mom made sweet potatoes....
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