Friday, August 30, 2019

Greek Yogurt "Cheesecake" - A Simple No-Bake Dessert Using Pudding! - Foodie Friday #22 - ParoDeeJay


Greek Yogurt "Cheesecake" - A Simple No-Bake Dessert Using Pudding! - Foodie Friday #22 - ParoDeeJay

We're back in the kitchen for Foodie Friday time, and it's time to visit dessert land... today, Jay is whipping together a simple no-bake "cheesecake" using non-fat Greek yogurt and sugar-free pudding. Two ingredients, no cooking, let's do this!! :D

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Port Guide: San Juan - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay


Port Guide: San Juan - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay

Looking to explore San Juan, Puerto Rico? Welcome to our Port Guide series! Join is as we share our personal experiences, let you know what to see and do inside the cruise port, showcase some ship excursions, highlight a few hotspots you can explore outside the cruise port, and let you know if it's possible to have a fun day on the cheap. We'll be talking Old San Juan, San Cristobal, El Morro, Fortaleza, mofongo, pina coladas, and all sorts of shenanigans in the port of San Juan... let's do this thing!! :D

Monday, August 26, 2019

Cruise Hot Seat - Can We Answer 20 Random Trivia Questions About Cruising?! - ParoDeeJay


Cruise Hot Seat - Can We Answer 20 Random Trivia Questions About Cruising?! - ParoDeeJay

It's time for some cruise trivia! We were inspired by some fellow vloggers who did a collab in early July to see who could best answer 20 random questions about cruising!! :D

Here are the creators from the original collab:
* Edna's World - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-J2gIIZM8A
* All Things Us - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYQPU4FA-uA
* Life With V - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PN98vo1rW0
* J3: The Allen Family - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwqIsH79Uc4

Sunday, August 25, 2019

Streaming Sunday - 8/25/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One Where We Were In Williamsburg - ParoDeeJay


Streaming Sunday - 8/25/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One Where We Were In Williamsburg - ParoDeeJay

It's Sunday, so it must be stream day! Let's talk about a whole lot of nothing, as usual! :D

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Port Guide: Nassau - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay


Port Guide: Nassau - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay

Looking to explore Nassau? Welcome to our Port Guide series! Join is as we share our personal experiences, let you know what to see and do inside the cruise port, showcase some ship excursions, highlight a few hotspots you can explore outside the cruise port, and let you know if it's possible to have a fun day on the cheap. We'll be talking Atlantis, flamingos, Queen's Staircase, city tours, forts, and all sorts of shenanigans in the port of Nassau, Bahamas... let's do this thing!! :D

Monday, August 19, 2019

Carnival Milestone Update - How We Turned Our Non-Refundable Onboard Credit Into Cash!! - ParoDeeJay


Carnival Milestone Update - How We Turned Our Non-Refundable Onboard Credit Into Cash!! - ParoDeeJay

We have returned from our Carnival milestone cruise, ready to give a quick update on how it worked, and how we were able to convert our non-refundable onboard credits into cash so that we wouldn't lose them... huzzah!! :D

Here's the link to our original overview of the Carnival Milestone Program:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blZNK135dcg

Sunday, August 18, 2019

Streaming Sunday - 8/18/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One With All The Dad Jokes - ParoDeeJay

Part One: Before We Lost Power...

Part Two: After We Regained Power...

It's Sunday, so it must be stream day! Let's talk about a whole lot of nothing, as usual! :D

Friday, August 16, 2019

Kracie Popin Cookin Ice Cream Cake Shop DIY Candy Kit - Creating More Japanese Candy! - ParoDeeJay


Kracie Popin Cookin Ice Cream Cake Shop DIY Candy Kit - Creating More Japanese Candy! - ParoDeeJay

It's time for another dose of foodie arts & crafts! Join us as we tackle our third Japanese candy sushi kit... we've made sushi and we've made donuts... now it's ice cream & cake time!! :D

Thanks again to Rob & Favor of "Life With Favor" for sending us this kit!

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Port Guide: Grand Cayman - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay


Port Guide: Grand Cayman - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay

Looking to explore Grand Cayman? Welcome to our Port Guide series! Join is as we share our personal experiences, let you know what to see and do inside the cruise port, showcase some ship excursions, highlight a few hotspots you can explore outside the cruise port, and let you know if it's possible to have a fun day on the cheap. We'll be talking tender boats, turtles, stingrays, shopping, and all sorts of shenanigans in the port of Georgetown, Grand Cayman... let's do this thing!! :D

Monday, August 12, 2019

Diaita Vlog #14 - Life Updates: Why Haven't We Done One Of These Vlogs In Ten Months?!


Diaita Vlog #14 - Life Updates: Why Haven't We Done One Of These Vlogs In Ten Months?!

Time for another random life update, and we're talking about all the stuff and things... healthy eating, weight loss, port guides, and... well... that's about it!! :P

Sunday, August 11, 2019

Streaming Sunday - 8/11/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One Where Dee Stole Jay's Hat - ParoDeeJay


Streaming Sunday - 8/11/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One Where Dee Stole Jay's Hat - ParoDeeJay

It's Sunday, so it must be stream day! Let's talk about a whole lot of nothing, as usual! :D

Friday, August 9, 2019

Recipe: Cowboy Caviar / Texas Caviar

Cowboy Caviar / Texas Caviar
makes 10-12 servings (1/2 cup each)

Ingredients:
black beans, 15oz can drained & rinsed
black eyed peas, 15oz can drained & rinsed
corn, 15oz can, drained
diced tomatoes, 15oz can drained
diced green chilis, 4oz can drained
dried minced onion, 1 Tbsp (or substitute fresh onion)
italian dressing, 1 cup

Directions:
[1] Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix until combined.
[2] Cover and let sit in fridge at least an hour to let flavors combine.
[3] Grab some chips or other delivery devices, and it's time to eat!! :)

Enjoy, and until next time... rock on!
--Jay :)

Cowboy Caviar / Texas Caviar - A Quick Snack Dip w/Beans & Corn - Foodie Friday #21 - ParoDeeJay


Cowboy Caviar / Texas Caviar - A Quick Snack Dip w/Beans & Corn - Foodie Friday #21 - ParoDeeJay

We're back in the kitchen again for Foodie Friday time... today, Jay is whipping together a quick snack recipe typically called Cowboy Caviar or Texas Caviar, which consists of beans, corn, tomatoes, and other goodness!! :D

Find the written recipe here:
https://parodeejay.blogspot.com/2019/08/recipe-cowboy-caviar-texas-caviar.html

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Port Guide: Amber Cove - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay


Port Guide: Amber Cove - Everything We Think You Should Know Before You Go! - ParoDeeJay

Looking to explore Amber Cove? Welcome to our Port Guide series! Join is as we share our personal experiences, let you know what to see and do inside the cruise port, showcase some ship excursions, highlight a few hotspots you can explore outside the cruise port, and let you know if it's possible to have a fun day on the cheap. We'll be talking pools, water slides, zip-lining, cabanas, dolphins, and all sorts of shenanigans in the port of Amber Cove... let's do this thing!! :D

Monday, August 5, 2019

Welcome To Our Channel - Join Us For Some Crazy Adventures!! - ParoDeeJay Channel Trailer 2019


Welcome To Our Channel - Join Us For Some Crazy Adventures!! - ParoDeeJay Channel Trailer 2019

We are Dee & Jay, a married couple who enjoys traveling the world, mostly by cruise ship. We also create travel tips videos, parody songs, cover tunes, foodie video, and a whole lot more. We love to share a smile wherever we go, and we hope you'll join us for some crazy, awesome adventures!!

Sunday, August 4, 2019

Streaming Sunday - 8/4/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One With The Pop Tarts & Vacuums - ParoDeeJay


Streaming Sunday - 8/4/2019 8:00pm Edition - The One With The Pop Tarts & Vacuums - ParoDeeJay

It's Sunday, so it must be stream day! Let's talk about a whole lot of nothing, as usual! :D

Friday, August 2, 2019

Recipe: Egg Roll In A Bowl

Egg Roll In A Bowl
makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
ground turkey, 1 lb
cabbage, 1 medium head
carrots, 2-3 medium
bamboo shoots, 8oz can drained
water chestnuts, 8oz can drained
reduced sodium soy sauce, 4-6 Tbsp
dried minced onion, 1 Tbsp
garlic powder, 1 tsp
ground ginger, 1 tsp
sesame oil, 1 Tbps (optional)
salt, to taste

Directions:
[1] In large pan over medium-high heat, brown ground turkey until cooked thoroughly.
[2] Chop cabbage and carrots into small, coleslaw-sized pieces.
[3] Add cabbage, carrots, and all remaining ingredients, reduce heat to medium-low, and let simmer for 10-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
[4] Taste and adjust salt as needed. That's it! Time to eat!! :)

Nutrition Info (per serving): 270 calories, 8g fat (3.5g saturated), 8g fiber, 27g protein ... Cost Per Serving (at my store, anyway): $2.49

Enjoy, and until next time... rock on!
--Jay :)

Egg Roll In A Bowl - Stir Fry w/Cabbage & Ground Turkey - Foodie Friday #20 - ParoDeeJay


Egg Roll In A Bowl - Stir Fry w/Cabbage & Ground Turkey - Foodie Friday #20 - ParoDeeJay

We're back in the kitchen again for Foodie Friday time... today, Jay is crafting a version of a popular stir fry recipe called "Egg Roll In A Bowl"... packed full of cabbage, ground turkey, and all sorts of goodness!! :D

Find the written recipe here:
http://parodeejay.blogspot.com/2019/08/recipe-egg-roll-in-bowl.html