Summer in New England is magic. I think we have all established that fact. There is just nothing quite like it. The air is sweet and the blooms are plentiful, and you just seem to wash away all memories of those rainy (cold) spring months (March & April, I'm talk to you). Another thing I love about summer in this little region of ours is there are SO many places to soak up those sweet, fleeting months - and for me, Nantucket has always been high on that list.
Read MoreI know cocktails are fabulous all year, but I feel like they really start to shine when summer rolls around. There is nothing like the first sip of an interesting cocktail on a warm night, and this little number from The Coastal Table I had the pleasure of styling is one to add to your arsenal. It's as delcious as it is pretty, meaning you need to try it out tonight. See it in all it's glory over on SMP Living today!
Read MoreWorking from home has serious perks. But you know where it's made me really lazy? Eating. I'll grab a handful of goldfish, some carrots & hummus or an entire bag of chips and salsa (seriously, how does that happen so fast?) throughout the day without even thinking. It's just easy to graze since I'm cooking for a party of one all day. But I'm determined to put some time in making things during the day that really fuel me, with fresh, quality ingredients. Aka I want to start eating like an adult.
Read MoreWe've had a few magically warm days in a row in New England this week, and boy does the entire region have a major case of Spring fever. We've been forcing outside time like you wouldn't believe, and nothing pairs better with a little time outdoors over the weekend than a delicious, spring-inspired cocktail.
Read MoreWhen we were in Ireland a few years ago, we befriended one particularly friendly bartender (it's just our way), and he left us with one of our favorite Ireland souvenirs - the recipe for Traditional Irish Coffee. It's nothing overcomplicated or fancy, but the secret is the homemade whipped cream. It makes all the difference. Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Read MoreThere is nothing I love more than an excuse to throw a party, and the Oscars seem like a perfectly fabulous occasion to have a few of my favorites over for some good old fashion fun. So when the lovely ladies at The Everygirl asked me to throw just such a soiree with none other than Stella Artois, I couldn't wait to get down to business.
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