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Frozen Summer Treats

Summer is the perfect time to try an array of frozen treats. Lucky for you, our Biscayne Shores Blog is sharing a few frozen treats. Make these desserts in your Miami, FL apartment this summer and then indulge without any regrets. Fill up and stay cool with something delicious! Watermelon Ice Pops from Eat Yourself Skinny These homemade popsicles are almost too adorable to eat. You will need seedless watermelon pulp, sugar, mini chocolate chips, lime sherbet, disposable cups, popsicle sticks, and a blender to make them. Individual Frozen Key Lime Pies from This Silly Girl’s Kitchen These single-serving pies are surprisingly simple to make. Ingredients include key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, cream cheese, unsalted butter, and graham cracker crumbs. You will also need silicone cupcake liners and a tray or platter. Blueberry Lavender Ice Cream from Country Living Two of summer's pretty purple beauties — plump, juicy blueberries and fragrant lavender blossoms — join with cream, eggs, and sugar to make rich French-custard-style Blueberry-Lavender Ice Cream. S’mores Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches from A Latte Food This recipe brings summer classics together for an unforgettable frozen treat! To make the cookies, you will need the following ingredients: butter, brown sugar, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, flour, baking soda, cornstarch, semi-sweet chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, milk chocolate, crushed graham crackers, and espresso powder (optional). Sandwich toasted marshmallow ice cream or your favorite flavor between two cookies and enjoy! Root Beer Float Pie from Taste of Home Turn a classic summertime dessert into a pie that you can enjoy with family and friends. Here are the ingredients that you will need: frozen whipped topping, cold root beer, fat-free milk, instant vanilla pudding mix, graham cracker crust, and maraschino cherries (optional). Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream Pie from Snackworks We are not sure what it is about the combination of cherry and vanilla, but we love it! For this ice cream pie, you will need Oreo cookies, butter or margarine, vanilla ice cream, cherry pie filling, and chocolate syrup. Share your favorite frozen treats with us in the comments below. Thanks for taking the time to read our Biscayne Shores Blog post.

Thrilling Summer Reads

Heading to the beach this summer? We recommend bringing along a book to read. We have a few recommendations here on the Biscayne Shores Blog for page-turning thrillers that you won’t be able to put down. Continue reading this post to find out a little about each of our picks. The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware “With surprising twists, spine-tingling turns, and a setting that proves as uncomfortably claustrophobic as it is eerily beautiful, Ruth Ware offers up another taut and intense read in The Woman in Cabin 10 — one that will leave even the most sure-footed reader restlessly uneasy long after the last page is turned.” The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood “Set in the near future, it describes life in what was once the United States and is now called the Republic of Gilead, a monotheocracy that has reacted to social unrest and a sharply declining birth rate by reverting to, and going beyond, the repressive intolerance of the original Puritans. The regime takes the Book of Genesis absolutely at its word, with bizarre consequences for the women and men in its population.” Into The Water by Paula Hawkins “A single mother turns up dead at the bottom of the river that runs through town. Earlier in the summer, a vulnerable teenage girl met the same fate. They are not the first women lost to these dark waters, but their deaths disturb the river and its history, dredging up secrets long submerged.” Pandemic (The Extinction Files #1) by A.G. Riddle “In Africa, a mysterious outbreak spreads quickly. Teams from the CDC and WHO respond, but they soon learn that there is more to the epidemic than they believed. It may be the beginning of a global experiment — an event that will change the human race forever.” Have you read any good books lately? Share the titles with us in the comments so that we can check them out. Have a fantastic summer here in your beautiful Miami, FL apartment!

Best BBQ Spots in Miami

Welcome back to the Biscayne Shores Blog! We are celebrating National Barbecue Month this May by highlighting a few of the best barbecue joints here in Miami, FL. Read on to find out a little about each place including how far away they are for our apartment community. Mr. Boneless (3.5 miles away) Terry Watts started selling food on Miami street corners nearly two decades ago. After years of hosting cookouts for friends, pleas to turn his hobby into a business grew relentless. Hence, Mr. Boneless was born. And his regulars swear by his ribs ($12 platter/$8 sandwich) and chicken ($10 platter/$7 sandwich) — no bones, of course, and cooked slow over oak. People’s Bar-B-Que (8.1 miles away) Oak is the wood of choice for barbecuing at People's, the Overtown restaurant that's been serving barbecue and soul food specialties for four decades. The menu includes oxtails, pork chops, and ham shanks, but most diners come for the tender chicken and meaty ribs, both bathed in a mildly tangy barbecue sauce. Sides such as collard greens, baked beans, and black-eyed peas are pure, delightful Dixie fare. Generous portions leave little room for homemade pineapple-flecked bread pudding, or any of the numerous desserts that change daily. Los Fuegos (7.8 miles away) Born from a passion for the ancient art of South American live-fire cooking, Argentine grill master Francis Mallmann creates a contemporary asado experience with an open-fire kitchen, local ingredients and a gaucho’s touch to transform traditional rustic recipes into sophisticated, savory dishes. The restaurant is located in Miami Beach at the FAENA Hotel. Sparky’s Roadside Barbecue (8.7 miles away) Sparky's is a down-home hangout serving up BBQ staples, hearty sides & craft beer. The owners use a blend of some two dozen seasonings for the rub, and a mixture of young hickory and apple woods shipped in from Maine for the grill. The pulled pork sandwich is equally fetching, featuring the same potent smoke and juice. Do you have a favorite Miami barbecue joint? Let us know in the comments so that we can try it out! Thanks for reading our post!

What Not to Get Your Mom for Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is coming up (Sunday, May 13th) and the Biscayne Shores Blog wants to help you avoid the mistake of getting your mom something lame or something that she will never use by sharing a post about what not to get your mom. Another Cheesy Mug You know what we are talking about. The novelty mugs that have cheesy sayings on them like “World’s Best Mom” and things like that. You mom doesn’t want or need another one of these mugs, so do her a favor and don’t buy or make her one this year. An alternative could be to get her favorite brand of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate that she will actually drink. Cleaning Supplies Getting your wife or mom cleaning supplies for Mother’s Day, her birthday, or any other major holiday is unacceptable and a sure fire way to end up in the dog house . She cleans up after you all the time and giving her cleaning supplies is insulting and an easy way to ruin a day that was meant to be special. Macaroni Art or Cheap Jewelry Yes, maybe it was cute when you were a kid but macaroni art and jewelry is not as cool as you think it is. It will probably just end up in a drawer somewhere taking up space. Why not make your mom a delicious pasta dinner instead? Food is something that everyone can enjoy and appreciate! A Gym Membership Though your intentions may have been pure, getting your mom a gym membership is definitely going to send the wrong message. Just don’t go there, trust us. Exercise equipment is also a no go, unless she specifically asked for it. We hope you enjoyed reading our post and that you learned what not to do. Have fun celebrating Mother’s Day with you mom this year here in Miami, FL and avoiding the pitfalls of getting her a bad gift. Share your good gift ideas with the rest of our apartment community in the comments.

Ways to De-Stress

Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? Stress is a normal part of everyday life for most people, but if not managed well it can cause a whole array of health problems. The Biscayne Shores Blog wants to help you stay healthy and keep your stress well managed, which is why we are sharing a few relaxation tips and ideas with the residents of our apartment community here in Miami, FL. Try out some of our tips this month! Mind What You Eat. What you eat directly affects your overall health and stress levels. The foods you consume and the nutrients you receive have a big impact on how you feel physically, so be mindful about it and make it an effort to eat balanced meals and drink plenty of water. Keep track of what you eat with an app or in a notebook so you can look for areas to improve and strive for a healthier diet. Do Something You Love. Make time for the things that you love. We don’t always dedicate enough time for ourselves or our hobbies, but life is for enjoying, and doing something you take joy in is a great way to relax, recharge, and feel good. So schedule in some time for your interests every day or every week so you can better focus on the other things that need your attention throughout the week without feeling like you’re neglecting your interests. Get Regular Exercise. Exercise is a great way to combat stress. Getting regular exercise will also help you to sleep better at night. It’s not as important what type of exercise you do, so much as you are getting some kind of exercise regularly. Switch it up or stick to what you like! Yoga is a great low stress exercise that can help lower stress and improve your balance and flexibility. These are only just a few ways to help you relax and de-stress. What are some of your favorite ways to help relieve stress? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading our post!

Spring Decorating Ideas

Welcome back to the Biscayne Shores Blog! Spring is here and it is time to decorate your Miami, FL apartment to fit the season. Luckily for you, we’ve got a few spring decorating ideas to share that you can try or at least be inspired by. Read on for our spring decorating ideas and suggestions. Add Colorful Furniture and Pillows Try adding some colored furniture, spring-themed throw pillows, vases, or picture frames to liven your apartment decor for spring. Don’t go overboard, though, too many colors can be overwhelming and make you feel stressed out. Add little splashes of subtle color to draw the eye, but keep it minimal so it doesn’t become too overwhelming or distracting. Add Houseplants and Flowers Bring life and color into your apartment with plants and flowers. If you are worried about forgetting to care for your plants, you can opt for a low maintenance houseplant or even artificial plants and flowers. Bright and pastel colors will help summon springtime in your apartment. Colorful or Patterned Rugs A rug can do a lot to bring a room together and open up a space. Add a fun pop of color to a room with a colorful or patterned rug . A colored rug can brighten up an otherwise plain room and bring it to life. Spring is the perfect time to experiment with bright colors and fun patterns in your apartment. DIY Crafts There are also plenty of DIY craft ideas that can help bring the feeling of springtime into your home. The Spruce has several Spring DIY craft ideas that you can try or get inspired by! Crafting is a great way to develop new talents and put your creativity into action. What are your favorite ways to decorate your apartment for spring? Share your ideas with us in the comments. Thanks for taking the time to read this post!