Robin Donovan

6 days ago | fooddrinklife.com | Robin Donovan

Some dinners come from ambition, others come from survival. These recipes fall squarely in the second category—but you wouldn’t know it from the results. They’re quick, flexible, and don’t ask much of you, which is probably why they keep showing up. Whether you’re working with leftovers, pantry staples, or nothing but frustration, these have your back. No shame if you’ve made a few of them more times than you care to count.

6 days ago | fooddrinklife.com | Robin Donovan

Brunch has a way of bringing people together, even when nobody agrees on what to eat. These recipes cover the sweet, the savory, and everything in between without overcomplicating things. They’re easy to share, don’t take all morning to make, and manage to keep even the picky eaters happy. Whether you’re feeding a group or just trying to make the weekend feel a little better, these picks hold up. No drama, just brunch that works.

1 week ago | fooddrinklife.com | Robin Donovan

Some desserts don’t need an introduction—they just show up and do the work. These are the ones that make things better without making a scene. They’re easy to like, hard to share, and usually gone before anyone can ask for the recipe. Whether you’re stressed, bored, or just done for the day, they know what to do. No speeches, no effort, just dessert that understands the assignment. Sticky Toffee Pudding doesn’t talk, but it does know exactly when you’ve had a day.

1 week ago | fooddrinklife.com | Robin Donovan

Eggs don’t need much to become a solid meal, and these recipes prove it. They’re quick to make, easy to clean up, and actually keep you full. No fancy techniques, no long ingredient lists, just dependable food that works. Whether you’ve got time or not, these are the kinds of meals that come through. Cooking doesn’t have to be a hassle to be worth it. Ramen Eggs are soft-boiled, marinated, and ready to turn even plain rice into something that feels planned.

1 week ago | timesnews.net | Robin Donovan

Spontaneous travel is taking off, and it's blowing traditional vacations out of the water. According to the 2024 Global Travel Trends Report by American Express, 78% of millennial and Gen Z respondents said they were up for spontaneous getaways. It turns out, unplanned trips are often cheaper, less stressful and even more fun than meticulously planned itineraries. Spontaneous travelers don't wake up to an alarm to catch a sunrise tour or rush across town for a reservation they made six months ago.