Learn about sustainability, community outreach and more with this look Behind the Scenes with Sprouts Farmers Market. In August, Sprouts Farmers Market invited nine other bloggers and me to Phoenix to experience SproutsFest, their yearly educational event for team members and vendors, as well as give us a look behind the scenes at the grocery store that believes strongly in helping people, as well as the environment. #ad

Gathering friends and family for a potluck meal? Plan for the perfect event by using these 5 Tips for a Successful Potluck! An outstanding potluck involves guests (and inviting them to bring a favorite dish of theirs!), planning, preparation, organization and a little more... but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Knock your potluck out of the park with these five simple tips, which are applicable to bloggers and non-bloggers alike!

Succeed in the Whole30 by following these 8 simple tips, most of which pertain to preparation and mindset. While the Whole30 isn't easy, it IS possible to complete and to feel well-fed and nourished throughout the month-long process. The Whole30 is a worthwhile endeavor for any who want to attempt it, and a successful Whole30 is within your reach!

A look back at the last 366 days, The Best of The Speckled Palate 2016 remembers the most popular posts of the year and looks forward to 2017. What was your favorite recipe of 2016? What would you like to see in 2017? Tell me today, and be sure to come back soon for new, exciting recipes to kick off this new year.

Learn a little more about The Speckled Palate in this year-long Behind The Blog Series! For the month of September, we are talking about our blogs' most popular posts. Ever wanted to know the top 10 recipes ever published on The Speckled Palate? Curious why I think they're popular? Interested in hearing about what I do when one of my recipes goes viral? Stop by today to learn the answers to these questions and more!

Learn a little more about The Speckled Palate in this year-long Behind The Blog Series! For the month of August, we are talking about frequently asked questions. Ever wanted to know where the name 'The Speckled Palate' comes from? How about where my recipe inspiration comes from, where I learned to cook, or if I'll ever write a cookbook someday? Stop by today to learn the answers to these questions and more!