Carnival Cruise Day 1 at Sea-Saturday, November 20, 2010

11-20-10 On board the Carnival Triumph with our Sign & Sail Cards

Hey Young Chefs!

During the Thanksgiving holiday week I went on a Carnival Cruise to Belize, Honduras, and Mexico! It was exciting. I ate a lot of tasty food, had some thrilling adventures, and had the time of my life. (Sing Fergie!) LOL

11-20-10 Taking a picture before we set sail, with New Orleans as our backdrop

We were on the Carnival Triumph. It was my first time on a cruise ship. Boy, was it BIG. On the Lido Deck (Floor 9), there was a humongous screen for an outdoor theater; 4 swimming pools and 5 Jacuzzi tubs; a basketball court; and a putt putt golf course.

11-20-10 Paw Paw enjoys putt putt golf with my cousins, Ashlynn & Camrynn on the top deck of the ship

The view from the top deck was amazing. Here is a picture of the city of New Orleans. Pretty!

11-20-10 A picture of the city of New Orleans from the aft of the top deck of the Carnival Triumph

After the ship set sail, we had dinner and then we went to a family dance party at the Hollywood Dance Club. We even learned a new dance called “The Wobble.” It’s so much fun!

11-20-10 My mom, my cousins and I dance at a family dance party in the Hollywood Dance Club. We learned a new dance called the Wobble!

It was a fun ending to a great first day on the Carnival Triumph. More to come!

Cool Kids Cook and Cruise!

Bon Appetit, Kid Chef Eliana

Eliana’s Shopping Tips for Grocery Trips

Eliana’s Shopping Tips for Grocery Trips

Hey Young Chefs! Today, I am going to give you some shopping tips for those important grocery trips.

• Always have a list. A list helps you to remember what you want to buy and helps you remember not to overbuy. (Are you listening, Mommy?) You can help your parents plan the shopping list. I always make the shopping list for my mom and check off the list as we shop.

• Bring fabric grocery bags. Bringing your own grocery bags helps the environment. You use less plastic. That means less plastic goes in the garbage. That means less plastic goes into our earth. That means our earth can last longer. Tip: When you unload the groceries, put the bags back in the car (so you don’t forget them for the next grocery trip).

• Shop with coupons. Young chefs, this is fun. Help your parents cut out coupons from all the newspapers and flyers. Coupons help you save money. Organize your coupons and keep them in the car.

• Buy fresh fruits and veggies. Fresh food tastes better and it’s better for you.

• Bring home one special treat. We always like to have something yum! yum! for dessert. A dollop of whipped cream or shaved chocolate on a dessert makes it more special. Tonight, we made “Fruitylicious Yogurt Parfaits.” But sometimes, you just need to have that ice cream sandwich!

Here I am checking out at the grocery store. I just love self check-out!

Have a great time at the grocery store! And remember, get creative in the kitchen!

Bon Appetit, Eliana