Welcome to Pierce & Spice!
Finding joy, flavor, and meaning in everyday mess

Recipes, family stories, adventures, in the making of a cozy home, and lessons learned along the way.

Hi, I’m Amanda

Mom of teen boys. Lover of cozy homes, good food, road trips, and projects that take longer than they should.
Pierce & Spice is where I share recipes, family stories, home adventures, and the lessons I’m learning along the way.

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Home & Heart

Creating a warm, lived-in space that feels real, not Pinterest-perfect.

Kitchen & Comfort

Easy, flavorful cooking for real families, sprinkled with sarcasm and love.

Family & Growing Up

Navigating motherhood, midlife, and teenage chaos with humor and honesty.

Wander & Wonder

Exploring, near or far, to rediscover joy, adventure, and self.

Reader Favorites

New here? Grab a cup of coffee and start with a few reader favorites.

Easy Green Salsa (Salsa Verde)

Sweet Carolina, When God Redirects Your Plans

The 5 Questions That Helped Me Get Back on Track (When life felt messy)

Life Lately

The latest stories, recipes, and everything in between.