My favorite part of the holidays is baking! As much as I love cakes and pies, there is a special place in my heart for cookies. They are fun to make and easy to eat or package as gifts. So, …
Smoked Salmon Toasts with Caraway Lemon Mascarpone + Monterey Chardonnay
Hor d’oeuvres are a must for the holiday season. If you are invited to a party or you’re hosting your own gathering, the big question is always what to “take and make.” Finding a great recipe and the right wine …
Beautiful Christmas Decor with West Elm
There are many ways to approach holiday and tree decoration, and I’m here to make sure you have options : ). Preferences can be based on taste, the size of a living room, or the limited amount of time in …
A Weekend In Pittsburgh | 5 Favorite Things with Alaska Airlines
I have always wanted to go to Pennsylvania. Not only because the history is beyond cool (one of the original 13 colonies AND it’s where the Declaration of Independence was officially adopted). On top of that I’ve heard great things …
Decorate With Friends & Crate & Barrel
You deserve to enjoy everything about the holidays and this certainly includes decorating! I think it’s one of the best parts of this time of year ; ). And so, I highly recommend gathering a few friends to help you. …
Color Me Emerald | Dining Room Makeover with Crate & Barrel
As you know, I am all about the seasons (and the in-between seasons). It is the perfect time to spruce up your home. One of my favorite Fall colors is green. Emerald green. As the leaves change outside you can …
3 Delicious Recipes For An Autumn Beach Picnic
Who says a trip to the beach is only for the summer? For the record, it is not : ) . I believe that you can and should go to the beach whenever you feel the urge – even in …
Butternut Squash Miso Soup with Wasabi and Arame with Sarah Britton
I recently had the opportunity to create with one of my dear friends, Sarah Britton! She is an absolute gem – I seriously cannot rave enough : ) . It was a dream to venture with her to the Oregon …
Cinnamon Buns with Swedish Pearl Sugar
I’ve always grown up with mattresses that “just work”. I’ve never truly invested in a mattress, and when this year rolled around, I knew it’s something I wanted to look into. And well, my bedroom makeover certainly helped inspire the upgrade. …
A Halloween Happy Hour with West Elm + Pumpkin Ale & Cider Gruyere Fondue
It’s the time of year where holidays are starting to creep up on us at every turn. Halloween is quickly approaching, and with it being right in the middle of the week, I wanted to plan a party with …
