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Hi there! I’m April, the head chef/photographer/travel-enthusiast behind Food n’ Focus. I have had a passion for food and cooking ever since I was a child, but it wasn’t until I traveled to Paris in 2011 that I realized how beautiful food could be and decided that I wanted to start capturing that beauty through my camera’s lens. I told my then-boyfriend-now-husband that I wanted to start a blog and he rolled his eyes with a bit of doubt and let me run with the idea.

Fast-forward more than 7 years to today, and you’ll regularly find us spending our time at home in the kitchen cooking together, and then styling and photographing our delicious recipes that I share with all of you! I remind myself every day of how blessed I am to have my passion grow into something so much larger where my life revolves around cooking delicious meals, and taking fun trips to experience sweet and savory cuisine around the globe!

When I’m not in my kitchen creating a beautiful recipe (which often includes a glass of wine in my hand), you can find me hopping a plane to travel to destinations around the world. My husband and I love to become immersed in different cultures and experience cuisine prepared by street vendors and master chefs alike.

As I enter my eighth year with Food n’ Focus, we are about to set out on our most elaborate adventure yet. On September 1st we say bon voyage and set up shop in the French Riviera where we will begin local coverage of the culture and cuisine of many of Europe’s picturesque villages.  If you’re someone who loves food and travel, or just likes to look at pretty pictures of food and travel, then pull up a seat with a glass of wine and stay for a while!

You can also find me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.

If you have any questions, comments or concerns or just want to chat, drop me a line!

Thanks for visiting!

April

 

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Today we took a little day trip to the coast to tr Today we took a little day trip to the coast to try and spot some migrating whales. On our way, we stopped at this cypress lined road to snap a few pics of the gorgeous arch they were creating! And yes, we did spot some whales 🐳 #cypresstrees #californiadreaming #daytripping #mothernature #cypresstreetunnel #treesofinstagram #californiaadventure #treeline
KE-TO-GEN-IC - That's a mouthful! You may have hea KE-TO-GEN-IC - That's a mouthful! You may have heard about the keto diet before and you're probably wondering what the heck it actually is! Today on the blog I teamed up with @raleys and I'm serving up a beginner's guide to keto so you can decide for yourself if its right for you! There's also a delicious recipe for you to try! 🥗 😍 Tap the link in my bio for more info -> @foodnfocus #cauliflowerrecipes #ketoweightloss #ketofriendly #steakdinner #beefitswhatsfordinner #mexicanfood #healthycook #newyearnewstart #ketolove #raleys
You can turn hummus into a meal with this deliciou You can turn hummus into a meal with this delicious Mediterranean Hummus Plate! I love making this when I'm looking for a meatless meal or it's a great appetizer for guests. Tap the link in my bio for more info -> @foodnfocus⁣
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Does anyone else ❤ when old products make a come Does anyone else ❤ when old products make a comeback in the market?! Well good news, @doritos 3D Crunch from @fritolay ARE BACK! I used to love these crunchy little chips and was excited to get my hands on a bag of the Chili Cheese Nacho flavor. They are just as god as I remember them!⁣
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The good news is that you can find both new flavors at your local Kroger for a limited time! Be sure to pick up a bag (or two) of Chili Cheese Nacho or Spicy Ranch⁣ while they last! #doritos3DKroger #sponsored ⁣
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The endless poppy fields in France were one of my The endless poppy fields in France were one of my favorite things to photograph. I have already been planning my post-pandemic return to this amazing country and seeking out these vibrant flowers will be high on my list! ✈ 🌎#frenchcountryside #postcardsfromtheworld #goexplore #wanderlust #travelbug #wonderfulplaces #Globetrotter #NextDestination #LetsTravel #HappyTraveller #TravelTips #TheBestDestinations #TravelInspiration #TravelJunkie #WorldExplorer
I decided to 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 put some I decided to 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 put some pictures on my wall after 8 months in my townhouse. After much deliberation I decided to go with a Paris theme including this shot. If I can't travel to Paris right now, I might as well sit on my couch and daydream about it! #daydream #travelfrance #Paris #covid2021 #super_france #arcdetriomphe #parisfrance #travelfrance #frencharchitecture #parisianstyle #travelbloggerlife #artistsoninstagram
I know that a lot of us are turning our attention I know that a lot of us are turning our attention to salad, but it's still January and soup is still in season! My absolute favorite soup is Chicken Tortilla and I've got the perfect recipe on the blog! This soup uses rotisserie chicken making it super easy to prepare. Don't forget all of the delicious toppings: tortilla strips, cheese and avocado! 🥑🧀🥘 Tap the link in my bio for more info -> @foodnfocus
Was your new year's resolution to eat more salad? Was your new year's resolution to eat more salad? 🥗 I've got plenty of tasty salad recipes over on the blog including this Coconut Kale Chicken Salad that's loaded with delicious chicken, roasted sweet potatoes and quinoa, perfect for lunch. Want more salad inspiration? Head on over to the blog ➡ https://foodnfocus.com/category/salad
𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲! Have you all taken the time to write down your resolutions for 2021? ::𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘴:: I'm hoping that 2021 brings less pandemics, new adventures, more wine and blue skies ahead! I'm guessing more of us are on the same page with these requests. ⁣
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What are some of your new year's resolutions for yourself?⁣
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I guess I’ll get on the Top 9 of 2020 bandwagon! I guess I’ll get on the Top 9 of 2020 bandwagon! This year was nothing short of crazy, and in the midst of COVID we sold our home and moved out to California! I’m actually thankful for this move because even without being able to travel this year our move presented a world of new adventures! Here’s to a better 2021 filled with more adventures, less pandemics and getting back to travel! 🥂🎉 #topnine #top9of2020 #newyearseve #celebrating #2021goals #happynewyear2021 #californiadreaming #californian #anniversarycelebration #movetocalifornia #relocation #theamericanclub
The lack of travel this year has me feeling a litt The lack of travel this year has me feeling a little stir crazy so I'm thankful that my move to California has made it easy to take quick trips to some amazing places! I had the chance to visit Sonoma and Napa a couple of weeks ago and I'm talking all about how to spend 24 hours in Napa and Sonoma on the blog today! 🍷🍾 From @domainecarneros to @opusonewinery, you can certainly find something within your taste and budget. Get all of the details on the blog today! #sonoma #winecountry #napacalifornia #wineanddine #covidtravel #californiawinery #winetasting #winesofinstagram #winenight #travelblogger #wineblogger #californiared #foodblogger #foodandwine #winewednesday #sparklingwine
Be honest - How many Christmas cookies have you ea Be honest - How many Christmas cookies have you eaten so far this week? Are you getting tired of them yet? Maybe you should change things up and pair them with your wine for an entirely new experience! I've got The Best Holiday Cookie and Wine Pairings on the blog this week and it'll help you work your way through all of those holiday cookies throughout this month! Get all of the details here 👉 https://foodnfocus.com/desserts/the-best-holiday-cookie-and-wine-pairings
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