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Even donkeys need beach days! Grand Turk is known for its beautiful beaches and its rich history, but my favorite memory of this lovely island is the presence of wild donkeys...everywhere! Donkeys at the beach. Donkeys in the street. Donkeys in yards. Donkeys even tried getting on our tour van! So what's up with the donkeys? Way back in the 1700s, much of Grand Turk was used to harvest sea salt. The salt was raked from evaporation ponds and loaded into carts. Donkeys were brought in to haul the carts from pond to pier. When salt production ended on the island around the 1960s, the donkeys were left to their own means. While the donkeys are friendly and have no fear of people, remember that any animal can be unpredictable, so take care when you're around them. Don't leave food unattended as they WILL gobble it up! Have you seen the Grand Turk donkeys? . . . . . #grandturk #grandturkdonkeys #turksandcaicos #caribbean #westerncaribbean #cruiseports #caribbeantravel #cswdumplings #caribbeanhistory #grandturkhistory #worldtravel #cruisedestinations #travelblogger #travelbloggersofinstagram (at Grand Turk, Turks And Caicos Islands) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpLho_2v4-q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I wasn't even an hour into the much anticipated Tastemaker 2023 food blooger conference and I've already been stuck with wisdom. "Food is one of the most universal and powerful ways to connect with people across borders and backgrounds." ~ Yoli Ouiya YES! Food has history, tells stories, strengthens bonds, and creates relationships. This is exactly why Chicken Soup with Dumplings is expanding into the travel arena. Food and travel go hand in hand, bringing people together on a deeper level. I can't wait to bring you more! #cswdumplings #tastemakerconference #yoliouiya #foodblogger #travelblogger (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpS0eG-uPUA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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A Healthy Me in 2023

That's my intention for the new year, and I am excited to make it happen using healthy shortcuts to dinner, like with Fresh Express Salad .

I created this yummy Air Fried Lemon Caesar Salad with Milanese Chicken in 15 minutes with the help of Fresh Express!

Ingredients

2 thinly cut chicken breasts

1/4 cup flour

1 egg, beaten

1/4 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup parmesan cheese

1 bag Fresh Express Twisted Lemon Caesar Salad

Lemon twist for garnish, optional

Mix together breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese, set aside.

Pound chicken breasts, then dredge in flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumb mixture.

Spray lightly with olive oil. Air fry at 400F, 4 minutes per side. Let cool slightly then cut into thin strips.

Remove topping packet from Fresh Express salad. Pour lettuce mixture into a serving bowl. Arrange chicken strips on salad, then top with cheese crisp and dried cherry toppings. Drizzle with dressing and garnish with lemon twist, if desired.

Serves 2

What's your Fresh Intention for 2023? If you need some inspiration, sign up for the Fresh Intentions 2023 Daily Challenges. You can even win a $1,000 prize!

Check out the details here:  https://www.freshexpress.com/fresh-news/fresh-intention-2023-challenge

Many thanks to Fresh Express for the Twisted Lemon Caesar Salad sample. It was wonderful!

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This post intended for ages 21+. Please drink responsibly. I love layers of flavor, which is why I love Taco Tuesday so much. And now I've found a beer with delicious complexity of flavor that tastes just right alongside tacos. Vicky Chamoy is unique spiced beer from Mexico's oldest beer brand, Victoria. This innovative beer is flavored with chamoy, which is a condiment made from pickled fruit. This beer is both sweet and sour, and has hints of chili that hit the palate in the aftertaste. I'd describe the taste as similar to a bloody mary, but with a tangy zing. The flavors of tamarind, chile, lime, apricot, and tomato come through with every sip. Yum! Vicky Chamoy is available in 24 ounce, ready to drink single cans. It does settle so I recommend gently rolling the can before you open it to mix it up. Serve ice cold, in a chilled glass if possible. Many thanks to @cervezavictoriausa for the gift of this refreshing, flavorful beer. You can check out where to purchase Vicky Chamoy by hitting the link in my Instagram bio, or by pasting this link into your browser: https://victoriausa.com/pages/comprar . . . . . @ApexDropOfficial @cervezavictoriausa #cervezavictoriausa #VickyChamoyUSA #Mexicanbeer #beersoftheworld #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #foodsharinggroup #foodadmirersoftheworld #tacotuesday #cerveza #beersofinstagram (at Oswego, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmiK_3hjD8a/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Shorter daylight hours are already taking a toll on me. As soon as it starts getting dark, my brain wants to curl up and sleep, even if I'm not done working.

And since it's been so cloudy here, the darkness starts creeping in around 4pm.

When I need a little extra Focus, I grab one of these wellness shots from ROMR. That little zap of tropical fruity flavor helps me get it together and concentrate, whether it's light or dark outside.

ROMR Wellness is an expert at creating cold processed dietary supplements that give you a little extra boost when you need it.

Their wellness shots come in 6 varieties: Focus, Energy, Immunity, Digest, Hydrate, and Sleep. All of them are vegan and gluten free with no added sugar, soy, or GMO ingredients.

Thanks to this wonderful gift from ROMR, I can keep a few of each variety on hand for when I need them, especially during winter. I might tuck some into my college kids' stockings this Christmas, too!