Vegetable Paella is the perfect dish to serve for an Indian summer celebration. This version if flavorful and smoky. The seasonal vegetable that are in markets are plentiful and this dish makes great use of them. You can get some summer squash and peppers locally. […]

It’s time for back to school! Smith has just started Two Day Twos and it could not be more darling. He is a little teary when he gets out at carpool drop-off and then after pickup he chatters the whole way home. It’s safe to […]

Making the perfect benedictine is an art in Louisville. There are many variations on this classic and everyone has a favorite. My favorite is more of a spread than a dip and does not incorporate food coloring or mayonnaise.  This version is simple and delicious […]

Labor Day weekend is here and that means that fall is officially right around the corner. While we have had a fun summer, there is always something magical about looking forward to fall. Fall brings fall fashion and that makes everyone happy. Anyone who knows […]

Last week we ordered a farm share from Ashbourne Farms. They have created the Mushroom Project and they are cultivating a chef’s blend of the most amazing mushrooms. The blend can include lion’s mane, oyster, shiitake, and chestnut. The ones we picked up were so […]

Earlier this summer we were able to have a family photo session. Our favorite photographer, Melanie Mauer had some sessions available and I am so glad I was able to have the opportunity to have her capture our family right now. While we were there […]

A Caprese sandwich has been one of my favorite things since college. There was a fantastic gourmet deli on the edge of campus and they had the best sandwiches. This recipe is similar and I added some red basil and heirloom tomatoes to make it […]

I wanted to share what is new and exciting in late summer beauty with Beautycounter. Beautycounter just revamped their Beyond Gloss and Sheer Genius Conditioning Lipstick. There are so many pretty new shades and these products are really wearable. For the summer, I am loving […]

Our sweet girl turned sixteen this month! We wanted to celebrate in a fun and festive way. Presently, birthday parades seem to be one of the best ways to celebrate! We decided on a pink theme and created a party atmosphere! It was really fun […]

My husband always makes fun plans for my birthday. This year was no exception. He saw a sunflower farm advertised online and thought that it would be a really fun afternoon. It was the perfect sunny day in a sunflower field. It was a short […]