Fresh mango and strawberries mix with avocado, cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño in this easy to make zesty salsa that’s sweetened with lime and honey. Ingredients 1½ cups mango* cut into a large dice ½ cup strawberries cut into a large dice ½ cup avocados cut into a large dice ⅛ cup red onion minced 1 teaspoon garlic minced 1 …
What is Trucker’s Arm?
No matter who we are or what we do, our whole lives revolve around the sun. Despite being such a large influence in our lives, the sun certainly does not share the same affection. Being out too long in the sun can lead to various forms of skin damage, ranging from sunburns and wrinkles to premature aging of the skin …
Insurance Basics When Starting a New Business
If you are about to start a new business or have been thinking about doing so, one of the most important steps in the process is preparing to obtain the proper insurance coverage. Here are three important points to keep in mind as you do so. 1. Plan for the added expense of insurance Fulfilling mandatory legal requirements and being …
Cauliflower Hash Brown Egg Cups
Ingredients: 1 Medium head cauliflower, cut into florets and steamed 2 c. Shredded cheddar 14 Large eggs, divided 1 tsp. Garlic powder 1 tsp. Kosher salt 3 Slices cooked bacon, crumbled Finely chopped chives (optional), for serving Freshly ground black pepper, for serving Directions: Preheat oven to 375°. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin and set aside. Drop steamed cauliflower …
California Harvest Bowls
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. Sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into rounds 1/2 lb. Brussels sprouts, halved or quartered if large 3 tbsp. Extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 Boneless skinless chicken breasts 1/2 tsp. Paprika 4 c. Cooked wild rice 4 oz. Tuscan kale leaves, chopped 1 c. Whole cranberry sauce 1 c. California walnuts 1/2 tsp. …
MS Walk and BBQ 2021
The Insurance Store (TIS) is proud to host our annual MS Walk and company BBQ. Multiple Sclerosis currently affects nearly 1 million Americans. The founders of TIS, Norven and Cheryl Storrs, were personally affected by MS, when one of their daughters, Tina Monson, was diagnosed with the disease. Additionally, our staff member Tyler Connolly has been directed impacted by this …
Watermelon Blueberry Salad
Ingredients 1 small Watermelon , cut into 1/2 inch cubes 3-4 ounces Fresh blueberries , whole 2 ounces Feta cheese , crumbled A few mint leaves , torn into small pieces Instructions Watermelon tends to bruise when tossed in a bowl, so it is best to layer it with the blueberries in a shallow bowl or on a platter then …
Easy 4th of July Ribs
Ingredients 4 pounds country style spare ribs Purchased Seasoning Rub for Pork 2 cups preferred BBQ Sauce (I used Sweet Baby Rays original) Instructions Cut spare ribs in small enough slabs to fit in pressure cooker. Cover all sides of meat with seasoning rub. Place meat in pressure cooker. Cover and lock lid in place. Select High Pressure and set …
TIS Management Retreat: Team Building Activities
Last month we had a Management Retreat filled with team-building activities that would cause our team to step outside of their comfort zones and stretch their capabilities beyond their imaginations. We started at Trapeze High located in Escondido, California. It is San Diego County’s ONLY Flying Trapeze school. We asked our management team to give us some feedback as to …
What is General Liability Insurance?
General Liability insurance (GL) or Commercial General Liability insurance (CGL) can help cover expenses that arise from everyday business activities due to non-employee injuries that could happen at your property, damage you cause to someone else’s property, libel, and slander. General Liability insurance does not cover claims if your employees have a work-related injury or illness, you have damage to …
The Dangers of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is any activity diverting a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving. There are four types of driver distraction: Visual Distraction, or looking at something, other than the road. Auditory Distraction, which is hearing something not related to driving. Manual Distraction, manipulating something other than the steering wheel. Cognitive Distraction, thinking about something other than driving. …
Client of the Month: Big T’s Trucking LLC
The love of trucking came naturally to Tony. His family was in the trucking industry, so he was sure he knew what he wanted to do. Originally, the plan was to buy a truck and haul freight long distance. The only problem was that he needed a truck! So, he decided to work for a company and save up money …
Staff Spotlight: Isabel McElhaney
Beaches, sunshine, and tan lines must be a hard way to grow up! I guess when you are born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, this is what you must endure. Isabel McElhaney has so many beautiful memories of her home in the area of Flamengo in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Isabel grew up with one sister and one brother; …
Traditional Hot Apple Pie Jaffles
Method: Using an electric hand mixer, whip Western Star Thickened Cream in a bowl until soft peaks form. Set aside Preheat a jaffle maker. Combine apples, sultanas, cinnamon and allspice in a bowl Spread each piece of bread on both sides with Western Star Spreadable Original Soft Dividing the mixture evenly, top 4 slices of bread with the apple mixture, …
Fresh Honey Lemonade
Directions: In a heatproof 1-quart pitcher or bowl, combine the honey and hot water and stir until the honey is dissolved. Stir in the lemon juice. Let cool for at least 10 minutes or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Pour into ice-filled glasses.
Royal Family Kids Temecula Surprise Birthday Party
Our charity spotlight for June is Royal Family Kids Temecula. Royal Family Kids (now formally known as “For the Children”), exists to confront abuse and change the lives of children in the foster care system. For the Children is promoting physical, emotional, and spiritual healing for child victims of neglect, abuse, and abandonment through intervention programs, education, and advocacy. Their …