As we near the end of summer 2023, I’ve been reflecting a lot on what these past few months have meant to me. The big thing this summer has shown me is that it’s possible to be going through a difficult, trying period and still find so much joy. It’s shown me that two things […]

When it comes to warm-weather food, my mind usually goes to seasonal faves like burgers, watermelon, tomatoes, grilled hot dogs, and corn. But there’s another super fresh that it would be a shame to forget about: pesto! Basil is about as fresh as it gets. And even though you can get great jarred pesto year-round, there’s […]

This manicotti recipe is one of those dinners that feels really special and indulgent but actually is pretty easy to make and requires only minimal ingredients. Manicotti shells are large pasta tubes you fill with an array of cheeses and then bake in marinara sauce. They look kind of like savory, pasta cannoli. And it […]

I spent a lot of time organizing my closet this month. I took inventory of what I had, what needed mending, and what items I wanted to fill holes in my wardrobe. I’ve fallen victim to buying things that I wear only a few times or buying too many pieces that are the same style. […]

As someone who spent the early years of her career working in the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) space, I consider myself a bit of a grocery food nerd. I love scouring the store shelves for up-and-coming brands, looking at packaging and shelf placement, and nerding out about all the work it takes to bring a […]

When it comes to brunch, I’m all about the make-ahead… Actually, when it comes to any kind of entertaining, I’m all about the make-ahead, in order to be fully present with my guests, and not in that state of half-hanging/half-fretting about whatever is simmering away on the stovetop. I think that’s why brunch is such a […]

If you are looking for a Disney copycat version of the Pineapple Dole Whip you can find at the parks, look no further! This homemade dole whip recipe is only four ingredients and takes minutes to make! You can serve it like soft serve ice cream or add some additional pineapple juice and create a […]

Summer 2023 was all about less. Less of EVERYTHING—work, friends, plans, products, spending, all of it. In my quest to understand how to embrace the philosophic meaning of living with less, I learned having less means knowing what works for you. And also knowing what you love. This means one has to know both what […]

There’s a romance surrounding the French way of life. An inherent enjoyment of beautiful things, delicious experiences, and the present moment that permeates daily rituals and routines. There’s no doubt that French Girl clichés abound, but still: there’s an undeniable je ne sais quoi possessed by every French woman I’ve met that goes beyond what […]

No matter how great you are at avoiding stress or protecting your mind from unhealthy emotions, there are days you might feel like things are out of your control. After all, we are humans. It’s fine to feel stressed and anxious. Some situations might get to you or lead to more negative emotions than you […]