Spinach Feta Pinwheels
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by Leela
4M ago
Y’all know I love a good pinwheel! I also love spanakopita, the traditional greek spinach pie made with cheese, typically feta. I wanted to do a spinach feta pinwheel inspired by this delicious treat! You take crescent roll dough sheets and fill with a tasty filling of cream cheese, feta, mozzarella, spinach and greek spices. I use Cavender’s Greek Seasoning, but you can also just use a little salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano and parsley. The seasoning isn’t necessary, but definitely adds a little extra flavor! If you can’t find crescent roll dough sheets, you can also use regular cresc ..read more
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Local Holiday Gift Guide 2023
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by Leela
4M ago
My favorite gift guide to put together every year is my local guide! I’ve rounded up my favorite items from my favorite Kentucky shops and makers. You can also check out my guide to my favorite Lexington shops and boutiques here. Kentucky Gift Basket varies I sell gift baskets featuring local food and goods all made in Kentucky! I can also ship gift boxes anywhere in the US. Contact me at leela@lexeats.com to place an order.  BHG Private Selection Bourbon $35-100 Bourbon is an obvious Kentucky gift, but now you can give exclusive bottles picked out by the team at Bluegrass Hospital ..read more
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Sausage Cheddar Mini Muffins
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by Leela
6M ago
Y’all know I love a sausage and cheddar combo… my Sausage Pinwheels and Cheesy Sausage Squares are two of the most popular recipes on my site! I wanted a brunchy recipe that would also be good for tailgating and came up with these Sausage Cheddar Mini Muffins. They use instant baking mix (I use Bisquick) so they’re super simple. Fold in ground sausage and cheddar cheese for the ultimate mini muffin bite! These muffins are so easy and could even be prepped the day before and baked the morning of. They’re also great on the side of soup. Pin Print Sausage Cheddar Mini Muffin ..read more
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Lexington Fall Guide
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by Leela
6M ago
Fall is maybe the most beautiful season in Lexington… and full of things to do! Check out my favorite festivals, events and things to do in Lexington this Fall: Go to a UK Football Game Or at least tailgate I grew up attending every home game and think it’s something you should experience at least once! I’ll be there pretty much every week. 9/11-23: Keeneland September Sales I never knew the sales were open to the public, but they are! Get a unique look at the horse industry. Celebrate Oktoberfest How about a specialty German menu at Drake’s, the classic festival at Christ the King, or ..read more
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Wendy’s Breakfast & Frosty® Cream Cold Brew
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by Leela
7M ago
This post has been sponsored by Wendy’s®. As always all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the work that makes Lex Eats possible! Where are my breakfast lovers?! Y’all know how much I love breakfast, so I can’t believe it took me this long to try Wendy’s® breakfast. My husband Dave has always told me it’s his favorite fast food breakfast, so I jumped on the chance to team up with Wendy’s to share their delicious breakfast offerings and new Frosty® Cream Cold Brew! I tagged along with Dave to check on some of his construction job sites and we stopped by Wendy’s for an on-the-go brea ..read more
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Everything I Read this Summer
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by Leela
8M ago
Nora Goes Off Script This is maybe my favorite of the bunch! Nora is a recently divorced mom and writes movie scripts for what’s essentially the Hallmark channel. She ends up having one of her movies filmed at her house. The book follows how she interacts with a particular cast member and is super cute! The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Another love! This book has gotten a lot of press so you’ve probably heard of it. Evelyn Hugo is a notorious movie star who was married seven times. In her old age, she invites an up and coming journalist to write her biography. You learn of Evelyn’s storied pa ..read more
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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023
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by Leela
9M ago
Donna Karen Cashmere Mist Deodorant Three Pack $72 I never thought I would buy $30 deodorant, but after years of hearing people rave about it, I finally tried the Donna Karen deodorant and it lives up to the hype! I am a sweater, and it has made a huge difference. The texture is great too and seems to irritate my skin less than traditional DO.  Tula Everyday Best Selling Essentials $98 Three products I use everyday!  Valuspa Candle Set of Five $39.99 My fav candles, make great gifts! Spanx Tennis Skort $58.99 I got this skort a few weeks ago and love it! It’s on the tighter side ..read more
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The Lexington Ice Cream Guide
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by Leela
9M ago
First came the Lexington Donut Guide, so naturally next is the Lexington Ice Cream Guide! Whether you’re looking for gelato, sorbet or good old chocolate chip, I’ve got you covered for the best Lexington ice cream. Bobi Cones 3735 Palomar Centre Dr #230, Lexington, KY 40513 From the makers of Crank & Boom comes soft serve! Bobi Cones serves several gourmet flavors of soft serve. They also do cones, sundaes and even taiyaki fish cones.  Best for: soft serve. Cattywampus Station 161 Lexington Green Cir, 40503 Yes, these are those crazy milkshakes you’ve seen all over Instagram! Milksha ..read more
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Prime Day 2023
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by Leela
9M ago
Prime Day is here! Sharing my favorite deals below.  If you don’t have Prime, you can get a free trial here. Disclaimer, Amazon will run “lightning deals” that are only available for a set time frame, so these are prices current as of post date, but I can’t promise all will remain available. I’ll also be updating my Amazon Prime Day Shop with new finds and lightning deals as they come up! Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner $86 I’ve wanted one of these cleaning machines forever! Several people I follow on Instagram use them and the videos of cleaning carpets, couch cushion ..read more
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Everything I Bought on Amazon Last Month: May 2023
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by Leela
10M ago
A is for Awesome! $5.22 My favorite book for little girls, I picked this up for our niece’s first birthday.  Knotted Woven Headband $9.99 I can’t believe how good this $10 headband is. The quality is surprisingly nice and it’s comfy! I think it looks similar to the $100 headbands from Lele I have. Tibet Almond Stick Scratch Remover $11.54 I saw someone use this scratch remover on Instagram and it worked like magic.  StickyGrippy Phone Case Mount $12.99 Kind of niche, but this sticks on the back of your phone case and can suction to just about any surface. I stick it to my mirror ..read more
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